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Orchha , Madhya Pradesh
(26th Feb,2014 – 1st Mar,2014)
Our came in existence at the end of February,
2014. When I got to know we were packing our bags for Orchha, I was clueless
how it looks and what this place was all about. Since I had never heard its
name earlier, it created more excitement in me to explore this new piece of
land.
History of Orchha
Orchha is a small town in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. This town was
established by Maharaja Rudra Pratap Singh in 1501 which lies on the Betwa
River in Tikamgarh District. The word ‘Orchha’ means ‘Hidden’ in Bundelkhandi language and was
named so because it was covered completely by forests before being found.
Primary attractions in
Orchha are Jahangir Mahal, Laxmi Narayana Temple, Bundela Chhatris (cenotaphs), Rai Praveen Mahal ,
Chaturbhuj Temple & Raja Mahal.
Photo Story of Orchha:
Jahangir Mahal
Jahangir Mahal is one of the most finest and
vivid examples of classical Mughal Architecture.
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Entrance of great Jahangir Mahal |
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Jahangir Mahal |
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Open Court of Jahangir Mahal |
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Spend maximum time here |
1. Bundela
Chhatris - (cenotaphs) designed in the memory of
late rulers and noblemen. There are fourteen 'Chhatris' or
memorials to the rulers of Orchha, grouped along the Kanchana Ghat of the river
Betwa.
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View from Betwa River |
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Closer View |
Chaturbhuj Temple:
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1.
Laxmi Narayan Temple
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Interesting Paintings Inside Lakshmi Narayan Temple:
Raja Ram Temple:
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Top view
of Raja Ram Temple
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Other Details:
Duration
of my visit- 26th Feb – 1st
Mar
Weather
conditions during my stay- Slightly chilly during early mornings and nights (Sweat-shirts are advisable)
Mode of travel from
Delhi - Train
Hours
of Journey - 6 hours journey
Stayed
at - Friend’s house
Restaurants I liked
there- Milan Resturant, Betwa Tarang Restuarnt,
Bamboo Hut
Author:
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It must be amazing to see the architecture in real and understand it's history :) beautiful captures.
ReplyDeleteYes..thank u Rajlakshmi :)
DeleteWonderful architecture and great scenery. Greetings!
ReplyDeleteYes..indeed! :)
DeleteLove your clicks. Would like to hear about your other adventures as well.. Keep travelling keep writing. Good luck :-)
ReplyDeleteSure will do add my adventure stories.. Thank u so much sundeep! :)
DeleteBeautiful pictures!! The architecture of all the structures are breath-taking
ReplyDeleteThank you Traveling sisters!
DeleteLet me encourage you today: you’re not only on the right track. You set the course for the rest of us. Bang bang !! Stunning Pic
ReplyDeleteThanks a ton Kunal!! Really appreciate your feedback. It means a lot! :)
DeleteTotally loved your post!
ReplyDeleteThe black and white photograph of the Chaturbhuj temple is especially very interesting.
Thank you Aradhika for appreciation :) ....even I like that pic the most. :)
DeleteTotally loved your post!
ReplyDeleteThe black and white photograph of the Chaturbhuj temple is especially very interesting.
Totally loved your post!
ReplyDeleteThe black and white photograph of the Chaturbhuj temple is especially very interesting.
Lovely clicks Manisha, esp. betwa river, open courts and the black and white one. Feels like I've been there, or may be I have! ;)
ReplyDeleteMany Thanks Rochana :) :) Orchha is ♡ ♡ ♡ !!!
DeleteAmazing place... and brilliant captures...
ReplyDeleteHappy travelling!
Thank you dear! Loco mente :)
DeleteIf Madhya Pradesh is the heart of incredible India, then Orchha is its heart and within the heart of Orchha lays the Raj Mahal.
ReplyDeleteYup! Orchard is heart of Mp!!
DeleteBeautiful place...
ReplyDeleteAmazing clicks “Artist Manisha”... :)
Hey Praveen! Thanks a ton!! 😊😬😀
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