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Bundi Excursions

Kedareshwar Dham (BAN GANGA 5km)
It is one of the most holiest places in Bundi district, situated in the mid of valley. The holy temple of Kedareshwar Mahadev stands on the bank of Ban Ganga. The nala that runs through the hills and mountains has been given a form of Kund. Natural beauty as well as the holiness of this place attracts the person of far and wide. Kedareshwar temple was constructed by the Rao Raja Kolhan of Bambavada, before the establishment of Hada dynasty. The Shivling is constructed within a single stone. The temples of Badri Narayan and Kedareshwar are also built overhere.

Rameshwar (20km)
Rameshwar - the cave temple of Lord Shiva is surrounded by Aravali ranges. It is a beautiful picnic spot adorned by natural surroundings.

Keshoraipatan (45 km)
It is famous for the temple of Keshav Raj Ji Maharaj (God Vishnu), which is standing on a huge platform at the bank of river Chambal. The architecture and sculputre of this temple is unique and wonderful. It is important pilgrim center for Hindus. The temple was constructed in 1601 by Maharaja Shatru Sal of Bundi state. The ancient Jain Tirthankar temple has made Keshoraipatan a important Jain pilgrim centre also. Famous writer Nemi Chandra wrote the renowned and holy granth (Vrahed Dravaya Sangrah ) in this temple. The Mratunjaya Mahadev temple is one of the oldest temple of Rajasthan. Keshoraipatan is one of the oldest towns in India and was named as Ashram Nagar in the ancient times.

Ramgarh (45km)
The Ramgarh game sanctuary is situated on Nainwa road. Permission of the frest department is essential to visit this sanctuary.

Bijolia (50km)
The ancient city of Bijolia and the fort are located on the Bundi _ Chittaurgarh road. A high paved courtyard on the side of the fort has a large temple of Lord Shiva in its center. A carved archway leads to this temple which has a fine image of the elephant head Ganesh as guardian on the entrance.

Menal (70km)
Menal lies on the road from Bundi to Chittaurgarh. It is famous for the complex of Shiva temples, with fine carvings on the walls of the shrine that depict sculptures of Hindu deities.

Talwas (53km)
A magnificent fort was built by Ajit Singh, adjacent to it is the temple of Dhooleshwar Mahadev and a wonderful waterfall which makes the place worth a visit. Apart from this is the beautiful Ratan Sagar Lake. During the rainy season, animals like leopard, bear and deer could be spotted. Ramgarh sanctuary is located just near to Talwas.

Dugari (65 KM)
This village was established during the reign of Solanki's. Dugari has been very famous for its beautiful and lovely lake, which is covers an area of 36 kms. This marvelous lake was constructed in the 10th century under the reign of Solanki Rajputs. Hundreds of migratory birds visit the Kanak Sagar lake during the winter months. The fort is situated on the bank of the lake. It is famous for the wall paintings which are based on Bundi style, the paintings are still beautiful and attractive.
The palace of the Dugari has a beautiful pavillion and a gallery of murals in the miniature style. The walls of the palace are covered with elaborate paintings depicting scenes from the Raslila, the Radha Krishna story. Charming spotted deer, peacocks, lions and elephants are also painted on the walls. Ram Mandi of Dugari is very famous, it has ramnants of 200 year old wall paintings. The garden of Dugari is famous for chandan (sandalwood) trees.
The natural and scenic beauty of the place attracts many visitors.

INDRAGARH (77km)

Indragarh town nestles in a narrow velley fortified by huge walls with four gates. This beautiful and charming town is one of the most important and prominent historical town of Rajasthan. It was established by Inder Saal Singh Rao Raja of Bundi state. The fort of Indragarh is extraordinary as the architecture and sculpure is unique and rare.

The town of Indragarh and the nearby places are famous for the renowed temples of Mother Goddess Kali and Kamleshwar. The tank of Indargarh is considered to one of the msot attractive places inthe Bundi district especially during the rainly season. Other palces to Tourist Interest Rana Pratap Sagar Dam, Baroli Temple, Bhand Devra Temple, Jhalarapatan, Darh Wildlife Sanctuary.

Gardents and Parks
Naval Sagar Park, Terrace garden, Nehru Garden, Azad Park Sukhmahal Park.