The city lies near a narrow gorge, and is surrounded on three sides by hills of the Aravalli Range.

Stone Age tools dating from 5,000 to 2,00,000 years were found in Bundi and Bhilwara districts of the state.

[citation needed] The rulers of Bundi State belonged to Hada-Chauhan dynasty and have ruled the area since 1241 CE.

[citation needed] The Raniji ki Baori is a noted and well-maintained stepwell, some 46 metres (151 ft) deep.

The steps built into the sides of the water-well made water accessible even when at a very low level.

[citation needed] Murals in the typical Rajasthani Hadoti miniature style are an important attraction in the Garh Palace.

They cover the walls, ceilings and niches in several of the pavilions or "mahals", depicting stories from the life of Krishna as well as scenes from the lives of the royalty.

[citation needed] There are nearly 100 rock art sites in and around the town, some dating back 5000 to 7000 years.