Dev Singh Hara, who established it as an independent state. There are Parihar Meenas who lived in the other villages of Bundi. Agriculture was the main occupation of Bundi at that time. Besides Meenas, Gujjars, Brahmins, Vaishyas, Ahirs, and Dhakars, Malisand Nais also lived in the Bundi state. Rajasthan is famous for its arts and craft, so just like other states of Rajasthan Bundi is also rich in religious thoughts, literature,art and folk lore. Bundi's rulers are devoted to Vishnu and worship the Hindu pantheon. The people of Bundi are much devoted to goddesses symbolising female energy as a source of creation. Festivals like Gangaur, Diwali, Holi, Teej, Deshera, Annakot and Rakshabandhan are celebrated in Bundi. The festival of Gangaur and Teej are considered the important and significant festivals of Bundi. Other religious festivals like Mahavir Jayanti for Jains and Moharram for Muslims are also popular in Bundi. The main language group of the region is Rajasthani, with Harauti and Mewari amongst the more common languages. Bundi state is also rich in the field of architecture and art. Chattra–Mahal and Chitra–Sala are amongst the most famous buildings of Bundi. Their style and structure are a mixture of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Bundi Palace is known for its distinctive Bundi-style murals. The outer walls of houses is also painted with beautiful pictures of elephants, lions, the sun, the moon, and Ganesh. References Further reading External links Official website of Bundi collectorate Cities and towns in Bundi district Tourist attractions in Bundi district