Bundi is a district in the Hadoti region of Rajasthan state in northwest India. Bundi is a beautiful tourist place in Rajasthan that manages to attract a large number of visitors. Known as the ‘City of step wells’, Bundi is home to a large number of step wells which lure the visitors. Another highlight of the Bundi is the four ornamental doorways of a massive wall that fortifies the city. The town is dotted with many beautiful palaces and carved Chhatris. Visiting these places is an enriching experience for the tourists.
Bundi is well connected to the rest of India by roadways. Regular bus services ply to and fro the city of Bundi; buses being operated both by private and government owners. There is no direct flight or rail connectivity, however, as of now, available to Bundi. Some 210 km away is the Jaipur International airport, which is the nearest airport that connects Bundi to the rest of India and other part of the world. The nearest railway station accessible for Bundi is in Kota, 40 km away from Bundi.
The best time to visit Bundi is from October to March, when climatic conditions remain cool and pleasant.
A princely state for a princely stay, in the northwest of India, lies the district of Bundi, in the Hadoti region of the royal state of Rajasthan. In ancient times, the area around Bundi was apparently inhabited by various local tribes.
Bundi was previously called 'Bunda-Ka-Nal"; Nal meaning 'narrow ways'. It is said to derive its name from a former Meena tribe man called Bunda Meena. Later the region was governed by Rao Deva Hada who took over Bundi from Jaita Meena in 1342 and established a princely state Bundi renaming the surrounding area called Hadoti the land of great Hada Rajputs. Bundi is home to some of the most magnificent palaces, majestic forts, its baolis (meaning water wells or step wells), haves, temples and chhatris with carved pillars.
It is of great historical significance as it has been a witness to many battles and legendary tales of valor. Bundi is blessed with a plethora of nature along with a beautiful pattern of rivers and lakes and some enchanted waterfalls. The lushy lands of this area are host to a huge variety of flora and fauna. The picturesque sceneries of Bundi have inspired a lot of writers and artists. Situated at a distance of 210 km from Jaipur and 35 km from Kota surrounded by the Aravalli Range on three sides, this city lies near a narrow gorge. A substantial wall with four gateways encircles the city.