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Braj Bhushanjee Haveli in Bundi in Rajasthan – Offer Traditional Life and Culture of Rajasthan

Dec 19

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Bundi is a medieval township strategically located in a valley at a distance of 39 kms from Kota and 210 kms from Jaipur city. It is named after Bunda-a Minam, the chieftain who founded the place in 1342 A.D.

Haveli Braj Bhushanjee Hotel in Bundi

Haveli Braj Bhushanjee Hotel in Bundi

Attractions in Bundi

Bundi is famous for its monuments, especially the Taragarh fort.

Other attractions of the city include Bhim Burj (the largest battlement), a huge water reservoir carved out of solid rock, Bundi palace, Raniji-ki-Baoli (Queen’s step well), Nagar Sagar Kund, Nawal Sagar, Dhabhai Kund and the Bhora-ji-ka-Kund.

Havelis in Bundi

There are also lots of Havelis situated around Bundi exhibiting interesting architectural features. Some famous havelis include Bhawani Singh ki Haveli, Zalim Singh Jhala House, Meghawan ji ki Haveli and Braj Bhushanjee Haveli.

Braj Bhushanjee Haveli in Bundi

Braj Bhushanjee Haveli was built around 200 year before and  belongs to Bohara Braj Bhushanjee family, which gave Bundi as many as four Prime Ministers all in the 19th Century.

This Haveli is situated just below the palace and its location make it very convenient for the tourist  to visit other places in the city and enjoy their traditional  life of Rajasthan and culture of this beautiful city.

The  rooms have been traditionally decorated and few rooms have some of the finest Bundi School Painting (murals) one can see in this region. In 1990, this Braj Bhushanjee have been converted into Heritage Hotel.

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Bhawani Singh Ki Haveli in Bundi, Rajasthan – Famous Town For Beautiful Palaces, Cenotaphs and Amazing Baoris (Step-wells)

Nov 18

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Magnificent gardens, step-wells, lakes and chhatris makes Bundi as picturesque as one of the beautiful miniatures.

Bhawani Singh ki Haveli in Bundi

Bhawani Singh ki Haveli in Bundi

This medieval township strategically located in a valley is named after Bunda -a Mina chieftain who found the place in 1342 A.D.

The town came under the Hada Rajputs. It has several baoris  (Step-wells) and havelis surrounding by four gateways – Bhairon Gate on West, Chogan gate in South, Patanpol on East and Sehkul Baori gate on North.

Bhawani Singh Ki Haveli in Bundi

One of the grandest haveli in the town is the Bhawani Singh ki Haveli in Nahar Ka Chautta area. It is a 17th century asymmetric, multi court haveli that belongs to the extended royal family of Bundi. The haveli is monumental in scale with five storeys and a basement.

Representative of the Local Architecture

The center of the forecourt has a masjid and a Shiva temple is located on the top floor. The haveli is representative of the local architecture in stone columns and brackets, triple arched projected jharokhas and lime plastered masonry.

Large portions of the haveli lie locked and one part (mardana section) is currently being used as a school.

Other Places to Visit in Bundi

Located 66 km to the south of Ranthambore, Bundi is famous for its monuments, especially the Taragarh fort . Other attractions of the city include Bhim Burj (the largest battlement), a huge water reservoir carved out of solid rock, Bundi palace, Raniji-ki-Baoli (Queen’s step well), Nagar Sagar Kund, Nawal Sagar, Dhabhai Kund and the Bhora-ji-ka-Kund.

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Bundi Utsav 2009 – Spectacular Culmination of Traditional Art, Culture and Craftsmanship of Rajasthan

Nov 5

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Bundi is one of the most picturesque spots situated in the Hadoti region of Rajasthan.

The Bundi Utsav held annually in the month of November has added to the glory of the place and has provided a worldwide exposure. This year Bundi Utsav will be held between 5 Nov – 7 Nov 2009.

Bundi Utsav in Rajasthan

Bundi Utsav in Rajasthan

Bundi Utsav is a spectacular culmination of traditional art, culture and craftsmanship which surprises every visitor with its grandeur.

Activities During Bundi Utsav

Vibrant Shobha Yatra

The Bundi Utsav begins with a vibrant Shobha Yatra (procession) and features arts & crafts fair, ethnic sports, cultural exhibition and folk, classical music & dance programme to entertain the discerning guests.

Some of the most renowned artistes from across the country come to perform and create a gripping atmosphere at the venue.

Traditional Rural Sports

It also features Deep Daan, sight seeing, traditional rural sports, turban competition, bridal attire, musical band competition and dazzling fireworks display, which attracts huge number of visitors and villagers from nearby regions.

Mini Pushkar

During Bundi Utsav, Keshorai Patan, a small town close to Bundi, epitomizes the glance of Mini Pushkar in the silver embrace of moonlit night. The villagers, elegantly dressed in their traditional attire, gather at the serene banks of Chambal River.

Women chant ritual songs, offer prayers and float lighted lamps into the river, creating a mesmerizing environment. Bundi Utsav offers a great opportunity to get a glimpse of appealing tradition & culture of Rajasthan and explore the magic of the Hadoti region.

How to reach Bundi

Bundi is around 210 kms by road from Jaipur and about 110 kms from Sawai Madhopur. Bundi, Baran and Jhalawar are all easily accessible by road from Kota.

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