SIGHTSEEING

Along the eastern bank of the Chambal River lies Kota - an amazing juxtaposition of the majestic medieval age and modern industrialization temples its untouched wealth of impressive forts, opulent palaces and splendid temples dating back over several centuries retain the past glory, the present day edifices and heavy industries have made it the industrial heart land of Rajasthan.

The commanding fort stands overlooking the modern Chambal Valley Project with its many dams- Kota Barrage, Gandhi Sagar, Rana Pratap Sagar and Jawahar Sagar. An old palace, dating back to the time when Kota was under the control of Hada Chieftaincy-Hadoti faces the Kota Barrage. The Durbar Hall is ornate with beautiful mirror work and has ebony and ivory doors. Exquisite miniatures of the Kota school are housed within the Hall. Other noteworthy edifices of the bygone era are the Brij Raj Bhawan Palace, Jag Mandir-and island Palace, a splendid haveli (mansion) with beautiful frescoes and the royal cenotaphs.

KOTA FORT :
This impressive structure overlooks the turbulent waters of the Chambal River and is a popular tourist attraction .according to local legend, the Bhil chieftain      Kotya was slain by Jait Singh, the grandson of Rao Deva, the founder of Hada  Rule. The foundation of the Garh, (fort) were raised over the slain chief near the Salar Gazi Gate, Where till today, the Kota Royal House customarily offer prayers.

The Kota fort rampant is one of the highest in Rajasthan, with its three layered fortifications heavily reinforced by massive bastions and 6 double gates and 25 towers (burj). Within its precincts are numerous palaces, Madho Singh Mahal, Raj Mahal, Bada Mahal, Chhatra Mahal and the ruined Jhala Haveli.

The City Palace and the Fort comprises one of the largest of such complexes in Rajasthan.
        
CHAMBAL GARDEN :
A beautifully landscaped garden at the Amar Niwas. Its lush surroundings make it a popular picnic spot offering enjoyable boar rides.