Heritage Sites

Sixteen Chhatris (Sola Chhatri)

A cluster of royal cenotaphs on the road out of Bundi

🗺 Hadoti Region 📍 37 km from Kota ⭐ Cluster of royal domed cenotaphs

On the outskirts of Bundi stands a cluster of elegant domed cenotaphs known locally as the Sixteen Chhatris. Raised in memory of the town's rulers and nobility, these pillared pavilions with their fluted domes make a serene, slightly melancholy group, especially in the soft light of early morning or evening.

Each chhatri marks the cremation site of a member of the royal line, and the varied sizes and carving reflect the status of those they commemorate. Quiet and rarely crowded, the site offers a glimpse into Rajput funerary tradition and a lovely subject for photographers.

The Sixteen Chhatris are an easy, atmospheric addition to any list of Bundi tourist places and a peaceful stop on a Hadoti tourism day trip from Kota.

History of Sixteen Chhatris (Sola Chhatri)

The cenotaphs were built over several generations to honour deceased rulers and members of the Bundi royal family, following the widespread Rajput custom of raising chhatris at cremation grounds. The tradition combined remembrance with a display of artistry and status.

Together the memorials chart the passing of Bundi's royal line and stand as quiet monuments to its long history in the Hadoti country.

Story & Legend

Villagers say that on still nights the spirits of the old kings gather among the domes to watch over their beloved Bundi, and that it is unlucky to disturb the cenotaphs after dark.