SIGHTSEEING

MAHARAO MADHO SINGH MUSEUM :
Situated in the old palace, the museum has a superb collection of Rajput miniature paintings of the Kota school, exquisite sculptures, frescoes and armory. The museum also houses a rich repository of artistic items used by the Kota rulers. The museum also has a wildlife gallery, photo section, painting gallery, and mirror painting gallery, fresco paintings of Lakshmi Bhandar, Bada Mahal, and Chaatra Mahal.  The paintings of Raj Mahal, Chhatra Mahal and Jhala Haveli are exquisite.
 

THE GOVERNMENT MUSEUM :
Housed in the Brijvilas Palace near the Kishore Sagar, the museum displays a rich collection of rare coins, manuscripts and a representative selection of Hadoti sculpture. Especially noteworthy is an exquisitely sculptured statue brought here from Baroli.

JAG MANDIR :
Amid the picturesque artificial lake of Kishore Sagar constructed in 1346 AD by Prince Dher Deh of Bundi, stands the enchanting little palace of Jag Mandir. The azure waters around the red-sandstone monument enhance its beauty. Boat-rides can be enjoyed in the lake. The Keshar Bagh famous for its royal cenotaphs lies in the vicinity.
 

HAVELI OF DEVTAJI :
The beautiful Haveli of Devta Shridharji is located in the middle of the busy market. The haveli is noted for its splendid frescoes and rooms ornate with lovely wall paintings.
 
KOTA BARRAGE :

A part of the irrigation canal system on the Chambal River, this beautiful setting is ideal for outings and evening stroll.

UMED BHAWAN :
Designed by Sir Swinton Jacob, it is an attractive creation in beige stone. One half of it is now the residence of the Rajmata and other half has been converted into a Heritage Hotel.

BRIJRAJ BHAWAN :
Another interesting palace is Brijraj Bhawan, high above the banks of the Chambal River. This white Pillared colonial building was once the British Residency.  

GARH PALACE :
The foremost tourist attraction in Kota is the ‘Garh’. This large complex, also called the City Palace is built in a predominantly Rajput style of architecture. The palace is a rambling complex of suites and apartments built by different rules at different times.