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Kota is the industrial hub of Rajasthan &
has an atomic power plant. It is situated on the banks of
Chambal river & famous for its fort & dams.
Kota, the historical city was founded in 12th century, now is
well known as the industrial capital of Rajasthan. It is rapidly emerging
as an important industrial centre. It boasts of Asia's largest
fertilizer plant, precision instrument unit and atomic power
station nearby. Amazingly unfamiliar, the Kota has some
splendid treasures for the tourist. Its impregnable
fortresses, sprawling palaces, exquisitely wrought palaces and
lovely waterways act as a magnificent foil to its exotic
wildlife and delicate fresco Paintings.
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How to reach Kota |
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By Road :: There are regular express buses to
Ajmer(6 hours), Chittorgarh(6 hours), Jaipur(6 hours) Udaipur(6
hours), Jodhpur(11 hours), Bikaner(12 hours).
By Rail :: Kota is on the main Mumbai-Delhi line via Sawai
Madhopur so there are so many Express trains to Delhi & Mumbai.
The Rajdhani Express leaves for Mumbai at 8:50 PM.
Nearest airport :: Jaipur 245 Kms.
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Distance from major Cities |
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New Delhi |
504 Kms |
| Kota |
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Mumbai |
1005 Kms |
| Kota |
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Jaipur |
245 Kms |
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Udaipur |
270 Kms |
| Kota |
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Jodhpur |
405 Kms |
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Jaisalmer |
690 Kms |
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Places to see |
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City Palace & Fort :: This beautiful palace is
designed with mirror work, ebony and ivory doors.
Jag Madir - Kishor Sagar :: This beautiful red-stone
palace has a wonderful view of the man-made lake called Kishore
Sagar. It was
built in 1346 A.D. by the Prince of Bundi.
Chambal Garden :: A brilliantly designed garden at the
Amar Niwas. Its lush surroundings make it a popular picnic spot
offering enjoyable boat rides. This beautiful garden also houses crocodiles.
Brij Vilas Palace Museum :: This government museum is located
near Kishore Sagar, it houses old coins, stone
idols etc.
Maharao Madho Singh Museum :: Located in the old palace,
the museum houses wonderful collectibles of Rajput miniature
paintings of the Kota school, exquisite sculptures, frescoes and
armory.
The Government Museum :: The museum houses a rare
collection of manuscripts, coins and figures of Hadoti
sculptures.
Kota Barrage :: A part of the irrigation canal system on
the Chambal River, this beautiful setting is ideal for outings
and evening strolls.
Other Places to visiting :: Kansua temple with a four
faced Shiva Lingam, Bhitria Kund, Adhar Shila, Budh Singh Bafna
haveli, Yatayat Park, Haryali Water Park, Godavari Dham Mandir.
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Places Around Kota |
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Bundi &
Chittorgarh are the
nearby tourist destinations.
Click on the link for more information about Bundi &
Chittorgarh
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