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Orchha Vacation Tour
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Orchha means 'hidden', it is situated 16 kms away from
Jhansi, on the banks of the river Betwa in the state of
Madhya Pradesh, is surrounded by charming hills and
greenery. This small village was once the capital of the
region ( Bundelkhand). The historical monuments of Orchha
still retain their pristine charm and narrate stories of war
and peace, of love and destruction.
There are huge palaces and with pleasant views of the
countryside from their upper levels. Orchha was established
in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput chieftain Rudra
Pratap who chose this land along the Betwa river as an ideal
site for his capital. Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo one of the
succeeding rulers built the elegant Jehangir Mahal, a tiered
palace crowned by graceful chhattries. This provides some
very exotic views. Orchha is now an abandoned land but not
forgotten. The enchanting exteriors and interiors are
decorated by beautiful Bundela school of painting.
Orchha is a photographer's delight with architectural gems
abounding this town. Beautiful Monuments in this region are
not bare stone but have a plastering on them.
The beauty of the town increases during evenings.
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Tourist Attractions in Orchha
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Temples of Orchha
Orchha has a series of temples that date back to 17th century.
These temples are still visited regularly by thousands of
devotees. The Ram Raja Temple and the well-preserved Lakshmi
Narayan Temple are especially worth a visit.
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The Jehangir Mahal
The most admired palace of Orchha's, the Jehangir Mahal, was
built by Bir Singh Deo. It was built as a present to welcome
Mughal emperor Jehangir when he paid a state visit in the 17th
century.
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The Sheesh Mahal
Sheesh Mahal ("Palace of Mirrors") was built during the early
18th century, long after Orchha's demise, originally intended
as an exclusive country retreat for the local Raja, Udait
Singh. After India's independence the property was inherited
by the state government. The low, rather squat palace stands
between the Raj Mahal and the Jehangir Mahal, at the far end
of an open-sided courtyard.
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Phool Bagh
The walled Phool Bagh or Flower Gardens is a cool summer spot.
A sight you must not miss.
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The Chhatris
Fourteen beautiful Chhattris (cenotaphs) or memorials are
lined up on the Kanchana Glut of the river Betwa. A sober row
of pale brown weed-choked domes and spires, the riverside
Chhattris are Orchha's most sought after ruins. These fourteen
chhattris, are the memorials to Bundelkhand's former rulers
and best viewed from the narrow road bridge (on the Betwa) or
from the boulders on the opposite bank, where one can see the
full effect of their reflection in the still waters of the
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