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Kota Introduction |
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| The town of Kota was once the part of the erstwhile Rajput kingdom of Bundi. It became a separate princely state in the 17th century. Apart from the several monuments that reflect the erstwhile glory of the town, Kota is also known for its palaces and gardens. | ||||||||||||
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Kota History |
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The history of Kota is linked with the
history of Bundi. Both Bundi and Kota came under the rule of the Chauhans in
the 12th century. The descendents of the Chauhans set up their capital at
Bundi and ruled from here. While Bundi was the capital, Kota formed the land
granted to the eldest son of the ruler. This arrangement continued until
1624. In 1624, Emperor Jahangir, the great Mughal ruler, partitioned Bundi
and made Kota an independent state. Rao Madho Singh, son of the ruler of
Bundi, ascended the throne of Kota. It became a part of the British Empire
in 1818 and later became a part of the Indian state of Rajasthan, when it
gained independence in 1947. |
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How to Reach Kota |
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Air: Nearest Airport is
Jaipur ( 240 km ). Rail: Kota is well connected by rail with all major cities in the state and outside, Road: Kota is linked with Ajmer (6 hours), Chittorgarh (6 hours), Jaipur (6 hours), Udaipur (6 hours), Jodhpur (11 hours) and Bikaner (12 hours) by road. |
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Best Season to Visit Kota |
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The best time to visit Kota is between the months of October and
February |
