Things to do in Kota, Rajasthan
Kota, previously known as Kotah, is the third-largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is located about 230 km south of the state capital, Jaipur, on the banks of the Chambal River.
9 places to visit in and around Kota, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Umed Bhawan Palace
The Umed Bhawan Palace in the outskirts of Kota, Rajasthan is a former residence of the Maharaja of Kota. Nowadays, the palace is partly converted into a heritage hotel.
- 2Kishore Sagar Talab
Kishore Sagar Talab also known as Kishore Sagar lake is an artificial lake in the city of Kota, Rajasthan, India. It was constructed in the 14th century.
- 3Seven Wonders Park
Seven Wonders Park is a tourist destination located in the city of Kota, Rajasthan, India. The park has replicas of the "new seven wonders of the world," making it a destination for both locals and tourists.
- 4Kota Barrage
Kota Barrage is the fourth in the series of Chambal Valley Projects, located about 0.8 km upstream of Kota City in Rajasthan.
- 5Kanswa Temple
Kanswa, also spelled Kansua, is a village in the Kota district of Rajasthan, India. It is of archaeological importance.
- 6Keshav Rai Temple
Keshav Rai Temple is a popular Hindu temple, situated on the banks of the Chambal River in Keshoraipatan, Rajasthan. The temple is dedicated to Keshav Rai or Vishnu.
- 7Chambal Garden
The Chambal Garden is located in southeastern Rajasthan, India on the banks of the Chambal River in the town of Kota. The well-groomed garden's centerpiece is a pond replete with gharials, which used to house magars as well.
- 8Geparnath Mahadev Temple
Geparnath Mahadev Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the deity Shiva, located near Kota in Rajasthan, India. A natural water stream flows over the Shiva Lingam, which is used primarily for the Abhisheka ritual.
- 9Jawahar Sagar Dam
The Jawahar Sagar Dam is the third dam in the series of Chambal Valley Projects on the Chambal River, located 29 km upstream of Kota city and 26 km downstream of Rana Pratap Sagar dam.