Kota is a metropolitan city in Kota District of Rajasthan. This city was previously under Princely State of Bundi. Kota is an amazing blend of antiquity and the contemporary.

Kota is a place of hydro electricity and Nuclear power plants and the palaces of Rajputana era. Kota is well known for its opulent forts and temples, which are worth checking out. It is also one of those places that offer a fertile landscape to the people of Rajasthan.

Location of Kota
Kota is located in the south Rajasthan. Kota is fed by Rajasthan`s largest river, the Chambal River.

History of Kota
Kota is enriched with medieval history. From 12th Century AD, Kota was administered by Rao Deva, a Chauhan chieftain belonging to the Hada clan. In 17th Century, Mughal emperor Jahangir, Rao Ratan Singh, gave the smaller principality of Kota to his son, Madho Singh and ruled till British era. Kota became independent in 1579 AD. It was not before 1624 AD, Kota was treated as a separate district. Initially the history of Bundi is associated with Kota as it was a part of the kingdom of Bundi. The history of Kota is dotted with several tales of bravery and wisdom.

Geography of Kota
The geographical extension of Kota is about 193.58 square kilometers. The place is also easily accessible from the main cities of Rajasthan as there are sufficient transports around. Kota covers an area of 527 square kilometers. It has an average elevation of 271 metres. Kota is surrounded on the north and North West by Sawai Madhopur District, Tonk District and Bundi district. The latitudinal and longitudinal limit of Kota is 25.18 degree north to 75.83 degree east.

Economy of Kota
Kota is dependent on agriculture because of its fertile soils. The city is the centre of trade for cotton, millet, wheat, coriander and oilseeds. Kota is enriched for its Kota sarees. Kota saris are the most traditional piece of work from medieval era.

Tourism in Kota
Kota allures the tourist with Chambal Garden, Seven Wonders Park, Chatra Vilas Garden, Kota Zoological Park, Kishore Sagar Lake, Jag Mandir, Maharao Madho Singh Palace, Kota Government Museum, Brijraj Bhawan Palace, Garh Palace, Abheda Mahal, Godavari Dham Temple, Rangbari Balaji Temple, Garadia Mahadev Temple, Agamgarh Gurudwara Sahib, Hanging Rock Fountain, Kshar Bagh, Kota Barrage, Adarshila Dargah, Darrah National Park and Jawahar Sagar Dam.

Visiting Information
Kota is easily reachable by roadways, railways and airways. Kota is well connected by bus with the other cities in Rajasthan and across the state border to Bhopal and Indore (Madhya Pradesh).

Accommodation in Kota
To accommodate the swarm of tourists several accommodation units have mushroomed in the Kota district. Amongst the Rajputana states it was always famous for its handicrafts. Today its has evolved as one of the popular tourist places in Rajasthan. Even today it is a leading name in the handicrafts industry. However apart from its artwork Kota is also known for.

Brijraj Bhawan Palace: It is a heritage hotel with 7 well-furnished rooms to offer to the travelers. All the usual facilities like dining, terrace garden, travel assistance, personalized services and recreational amenities are offered to the guests. Both traditional Indian and International cuisine are served on the platter to the tourists. What sets it apart is that provides an opportunity to the guests to experience the opulence and luxury of the Rajput royals.

Sukhdham kothi: There are 15 rooms in this hotel. Homemade Rajasthan cuisine, bar, conference and other services are available for the guests.

Umed Bhawan Palace: This too is a part of heritage stay. With 32 air-conditioned rooms it also has restaurant, bar, banquet, conference, recreation services and Internet.

Palkiya Haveli: This was the house of Rathores of Palkiya, built by Thakur Deo Singh in the traditional Rajput style. Whether it is the carved balconies, well-maintained gardens, open courtyards or outstanding services-everything about this hotel is impressive. Some of the other services here are dining, room services and cars on hire.

Hotel Menaal Residency: With fully air-conditioned, swimming pool, restaurant, coffee shop, conference, lawn and car rental this too is popular with travelers.

Hotel Surya Royal: The travelers can also stay at this hotel as it offers comfortable rooms. For business travelers there is the conference facility. Restaurants, travel desk and others are also available.

Hotel Phul plaza: 20 well furnished rooms are at the tourists` disposition at this hotel. There are Direct Dial telephones in the rooms. Besides these there are services, such as, CCTV, conference, restaurant, elevator, ticketing, taxi, laundry and others.

RTDC Hotel Chambal: Here cozy rooms are teamed up with excellent services to cater to the needs of the guests. There are 12 rooms with room service, attach bath and H/C water. There are laundry services too.

Hotel Navrang: 25 rooms are there at this hotel for accommodating the travelers. Restaurant, room service, CCTV, H/C water are offered.

Hotel Raj Kesar: An intelligent blend of good accommodation units and traveler friendly services can make the stay at this hotel quite convenient and comfortable. Lawn, laundry, dining hall, transport, car parking and others are available for the guests.

Hotel Everest: 20 rooms, CCTV, refrigerator, travel desk, laundry and several other services are at the disposal of the guests.