Kota City Travel Guide

General Information Of Kota

• Area 221.36 sq. km
• Population 5,37,371
• Altitude 251.1 metres above sea level

• Languages Rajasthani and Hindi
• Best time to visit : October–February
• STD Code 0744

Introduction to city Kota - In Rajasthan

Situated on the eastern bank of the Chambal River in the state of Rajasthan, Kota is located on a high sloping tableland forming a part of the Malwa Plateau. The Mokandarra hills run from southeast to northwest of the town. Once the part of the erstwhile Rajput kingdom of Bundi, Kota became a separate princely state in the 17th century. Today, besides being Rajasthan/’s industrial centre, Kota also serves as army headquarters. The history of Kota is linked to that of Bundi. Both Bundi and Kota came under the rule of the Chauhans in the 12th century. It was in 1624 that Mughal emperor Jehangir partitioned Bundi and made Kota an independent state. Kota became a part of the British Empire in 1818 and later a part of the Indian state of Rajasthan. Summers in Kota are quite hot. The city experiences scant rainfall between June and August. Winters are cool and are the best times to visit the city.

Sightseeing : Places to visit in destination - Kota

There are a number of interesting places for one to visit in Kota. On the eastern banks of the Chambal River, near the Kota Barrage, is located the City Fort and Palace. Within the city palace is the museum which houses a good collection of artefacts. The Kishore Sagar Tank built in 1346 and the Jagmandir Palace located on a small island at the centre of this tank are other sources of tourist attraction. The Brij Vilas Palace Museum, Chambal Gardens and the Chhatar Bilas Gardens are also worth a visit.

Excursions : Places nearby city - Kota