The city is situated on the banks of Chambal River and is a key budding industrial centre. The city encompasses Asia’s largest fertile plant, a nuclear power station and a precision instrument unit. This city embraces major industries such as paper, oil, textile, cotton, strawboard, nylon, bone mills, and a distillery. Kota is placed on the distance of about 242 km from Jaipur.

The city is famous for its royal Rajput culture, and is the fifth largest city of Rajasthan. The paintings from Kota are famous all over. Kota is also known for its ‘Kota doria sarees’. These saris are very popular and stylish, and are very soothing for summers. Kota is also recognized as an education hub. The city houses five colleges which are affiliated with university of Rajasthan.

Kota sandstone is very popular for its quality of lime stone and unique property. Numerous spots for picnic and hang outs is yet another specialty of the city. The city holds the largest fort of Rajasthan- Shahabad & Mosque Fort built in 1577 AD during the reign of Aurangzeb.

Shergarh Fort is even worth a visit. Shergarh Wildlife Sanctuary dwells various endangered species of animals such as tiger, leopards, and wild boar. The collection of flora and fauna includes rich woods of dry teak, Khair and Dhok trees. The other attractions of the city are Maharao Madho Singh Museum, Chambal Garden, Govt. Museum, Haveli of Devtaji, Kota Barrage, Rana Pratap Sagar Dam, Jag Mandir and Darah wildlife Sanctuary.

Wildlife lovers can also enjoy a trip to Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary that lies in the outskirts of the city. The sanctuary covers an area of about 250 sq. km. and houses many species. Leopards, Panthers, Sambhars, Antelopes, Bears, Deers, and Wild boars can be seen in their natural habitats of the national park.