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Bundi History
In 1193 A.D. when Prithviraj Chauhan was defeated by
Sultan Mohammed Ghauri, some Chauhan nobles seeked
shelter in Mewar and became allies to the Rana while
other young warriors move towards the Chambal valley
and overpowered the Meena and Bhil tribals-thus
establishing their own kingdom of Hadoti. Later, two
branches of Hadas formed two separates states of Kota
and Bundi, on either side of the river Chambal. Bundi
is surrounded by the Aravalli hills on the three sides
and is circumscribed by a massive wall with four
gateways.
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TARAGARH |
Taragarh fort was built in 1354 and is great palace to
ramble around at leisure. Set within the horse-shoe
shaped fold of the hills, and with the lakes and water
reservoirs below, the fort straddles the crest and
offers invincible battlements that must have proved
difficult to scale.
Taragarh is reached by a steep road leading up the
hillside to its enormous gateway. The views over the
town and surrounding countryside from the top are
magical, especially at sunset. The huge reservoirs
within the fort were carved out of solid rock and the
Bhim Burj, the largest of the battlements, on which
there is mounted a famous cannon.
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BUNDI PALACE |
The palace is reached from the north - western end of
the bazaar, through a huge wooden gateway and up a steep
cobbled ramp. Only one part of the outer perimeter of
the palace, known as the Chittra Shala, is officially
open to public. It is a fascinating pavilion and has a
gallery of miniature murals that embellish the palace.
Elaborate colourful paintings on the walls depict scenes
from the 'Raga mala' 'Raslila' -- the Radha-Krishna
story. You can see the renowned Bundi murals at the
Chattar Mahal and Badal Mahal within the palace complex.
Chattar Mahal is a steep, paved carafe-way is the only
way to reach the monument. Of special interest in the
palace is the Hazari Pol or Gate of the thousand, the
Naubat Khana, the Hathi Pol with its old water clock and
the Diwann-e- Aam. Flash photography is officially
prohibited. The palace looks beautiful, from a distance
and when illuminated at night.
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84 PILLERED CENOTAPH |
The stunning 84 pillared cenotaph(Chaurasi
Khambhon-ki-Chatri), set among the well maintained
gardens, is a treat to watch when it is lit up at night.
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KESHAVRAIPATAN. |
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The temple of Keshav Raj Ji Maharaja (God Vishnu),
standing on a huge platform at the bank of river Chambal,
has a unique and wonderful architecture and sculpture.
It is important pilgrim center for Hindus. The ancient
Jain Tirthankar temple has made Keshoraipatan an
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
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BIJOLIA |
50 kms. on the Bundi-Chittaurgarh road, in Bhilwara
district, is the old fort and city of Bijolia. In
ancient times it was known as Vindhyavali. During the
Chauhan period, it became a famous centre for art and
architecture. Several beautiful Shiva temples were
constructed by the Chauhan rulers on this place. Most of
the temples have either disappeared or are in ruins
today. On the eastern side of the town near the city
wall, there are three beautiful temples. Prominent
amongst them is Hajaresvara Mahadeva temple. It has a
high linga surrounded by hundreds of small lingas and
hence called Hajaresvara or Sahastralinga. The temples
of Mahakala and Baijnath are also well known. The temple
of Undeshwar Mahadeva is also well known. Near by
Mandakini Kund is a holy water tank. Bijolia inscription
dating back V.E. 1226 is very important because it
through a new light on the early history of the Chauhan
dynasty.
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