An army headquarters and Rajasthan's premier industrialcenter, Kota is equally. Kota is situated on the bank of the river Chambal in southern part of the state of Rajasthan. The town of Kota was established by Maharao Madho Singh around 1264. 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. Kota was once the part of the erstwhile Rajput kingdom of Bundi.
The commanding fort stands overlooking the modern Chambal Valley Project with its many dams- Kota Barrage,Gandhi Sagar,Rana Pratap Sagar and Jawahar Sagar. An old palace, dating back to the time when Kota was under the control of Hada Chieftaincy-Hadoti faces the Kota Barrage. The Durbar Hall is ornate with beautiful mirror work and has ebony and ivory doors. Exquisite miniatures of the Kota school are housed within the Hall. Other noteworthy edifices of the bygone era are the Brij Raj Bhawan Palace, Jag Mandir-and island Palace, a splendid haveli (mandion) with beautiful frescoes and the royal cenotaphs. Along the eastern bank of the Chambal River lies Kota - an amazing juxtaposition of the majestic medieval age and modern industrialisation temples its untouched wealth of impressive forts, opulent palaces and splendid temples dating back over several centuries retain the past glory, the present day edifices and heavy industries have made it the industrial heartland of Rajasthan.
Umed Bhawan Palace, Kota (Heritage Hotel) :
The hotel is one of the finest heritage hotels present in the whole of Rajasthan. One part of the palace still remains as a private residence while the other part is operational as a welcomheritage hotel. The hotel offers its guests state of the art accommodation, services and facilities making their stay a truly princely one. Umed Bhawan Palace exudes as aura distinctly its oqn, suggesting the hues of the nearby desert, Steeped in history, the Palace hotel subtly blends Rajput and Victorian architecture. Lush Lawns and courtyards, picturesque ceilings, marble corridors, treasure troves, hunting trophies of yesteryears alongwith excuisite royal heirlooms complete the regal picture.
The hotel offers 32 air conditioned rooms replete with modern amenities like attached baths, running hot and cold water, telephones with STD and ISD facility, color TV with satellite channels and round the clock room service.
Brijraj Bhawan Palace, Kota (Heritage Hotel) :
The hotel is the current residence of the Maharaj of Kotah and his family. The royal family resides in one half of the building while the other half has been turned into an exclusive hotel. Located on the banks of river Chambal the hotel offers magnificent views. Centrally located but away from bustling thoroughfares of Kota the hotel provides peace, tranquility and privacy to its residents.
The hotel offers air conditioned 4 double rooms, 2 suites and one single room. All the rooms and suites have beautiful period furniture and are replete with modern amenities like attached baths, running hot and cold water, cable TV, telephone with STD and ISD facility and round the clock room service.
