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Why Bundi is Rajasthan’s Most Underrated Gem (My Personal Journey)
Hello, wanderers! Rajat Sharma here, guiding you and giving you the go-to places and mustSkip, shouldGo, cities and sites of Rajasthan with this blog series. But this one… this one is special.
Because today, I am taking you deep into the sealed heart of the land, Bundi, spoken about in hushed tones even amongst Rajasthanis.
The Town That Wasn’t in My Plan
I didn’t really mean to come to Bundi. I was in Kota, drinking tea on a railway bench, waiting for a train to Jaipur. It was at this time that a local uncle had leaned towards me and said, “Beta, skip Jaipur. Go to Bundi. Even the walls tell stories there. I followed his advice. Another ₹40 bus, two hours and a couple of potholes later, I was in a sleepy blue town frozen in time since 300 years ago.
Getting Lost in Bundi Palace
The Bundi Palace had a quiet entry–no lengthy tourist lines, no overpriced tickets. Just the sleepy man who gave me a flimsy ticket of ₹100 and said, Go up. The view will tell you everything. Inside, faded frescoes and broken archways, the preconceptions of a thousand peacocks fluttered across the courtyards. And the view from the top made me gasp–the blue cityscape of Bundi lying below as a dream.
This wasn’t a museum. It felt like the forgotten home of a king, where the wind still has secrets to whisper.
Raniji ki Baori – The Stepwell That Feels Like a Temple
The stepwells of Bundi are quite famous, and none are quite so poetic as Raniji ki Baori. No crowds, no noise-one would just hear the echoes of a deep stone maze of steps down into shadowy stillness. A woman in red stepped down while I stood still, it looked just like a painting. Pro Tip- Early morning is the right time to visit. The light just complements the stone.
What to See in Bundi (With Honest Reactions)
🛕 Bundi Palace
The business of underrated majesty. Still retains life in it.
🎟️ Entry: ₹100
📷 Must capture: The faded fresco room on the upper floor.
💧 Raniji ki Baori
A spiritual stepwell that is serene.
🎟️ Entry: ₹30
👣 Tip: Be respectful; it is still in use.
🏯 Taragarh Fort
An untamed climb; the fort is not for pace-less-heart. It feels deserted and has a decided aura about it.
💡 The tip is to take a local guide who will know the secret trails.
🌆 The Old City Lanes
Blue-colored just like Jodhpur, though a little quieter. Every door speaks character.
Eating Like a Local in Bundi
I expected nothing special to eat there. How foolish of me! 🥘 Krishna Chaat Bhandar-fast-very spicy kachoris, with tears-well-formed-happy tears
🍛 Lake View Garden Restaurant-view from the roof, with dal baati churma served just right
🫓 Sidewalk stalls-tricky, eat while hot, with curd and achar
💡 Paratha is simple, fiery, and made with heart.
Getting In and Out
Nearest major railhead: Kota (40 km away)
Bus from Kota: From 40 to 70 rupees; are quite frequent but annoyingly bumpy.
Inside Bundi: Auto-rickshaws and walking (because everything is nearby).
Best time to visit: October to February—cool, fine, and festival time!
A Moment That Stays With Me
On the second night, I sat on the rooftop sipping chai when darkness took over the town; an eerie power out.
No lights. No sounds. Only the stars reflected in the still lake, accompanied by the faint argon tone of folk music emanating from a distant temple.
That silence gave me the moment to realize something. Bundi does not scream to get attention. It only whispers. I listened.
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🌊 Things to Do in Udaipur – Lakes, palaces, street food, and sunsets
You can keep searching for the next big place—or you can slow down, and let the small places surprise you.Bundi surprised me. I think it’ll do the same for you.
