Sometimes you visit a place and then there are times when places visit you. This holds perfectly true for this little known place called Orchha in Madhya Pradesh. Orchha's grandeur and its rich history is engraved in its stone and time echoing its legacy.
Description: In Orchha time has made an exception and did not unfurl its destructive forces,hence most of the palaces and temples built by the Bundela rulers in 16th and 17th century still lies in perfect state.
Orchha was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput chieftain, Rudra Pratap, who chose this stretch of land along the Betwa river as an ideal site for his capital. Of the succeeding rulers, the most notable was Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo who built the exquisite Jehangir Mahal, a tiered palace crowned by graceful chhatris(umbrella). From here the view of soaring temple spires and cenotaphs is spectacular.
How to Reach:
Orchha lies in the state of Madhya Pradesh( Middle State) where infrastructure is not the best in the world but still situation has improved lot lately and though air connectivity is not available at the moment but rail and road provides a sufficiently comfortable access to this magnificent ancient city.
By Rail :
Nearest railhead at Jhansi (16 km ), on the Mumbai-Delhi and Delhi-Madras main lines. All major mail and express trains stop at jhansi.
By Road:
Orchha lies on the Jhansi-Khajuraho road. Regular bus services connect Orchha with Jhansi.
What to See :
1.Fort Complex: The fort complex is one of the primary attractions at this town. It is the main Palace complex comprising of multiple buildings divided into three parts.
2.Chaturbhuj Temple: Major temple complex with exquisite stone carvings depicting life of Lord Rama,a Hindu mythological god highly revered by people.
3.Laxminarayan Temple: Another well preserved temple from that era noted for its wall paintings.
Places to Stay:
1. Orchha Home Stay ( Highly recommended by travelers as one of the best budget place to stay in orchha)
Lakshmi Mandir Road | Behind Power House, Orchha 472 246, India 2.Hotel Ganapati ( Another small but well appreciated hotel with breath taking views in this magnificent town)
Main Bazaar, Orchha 462011, India
3.Hotel Sunrise( Budget hotel with a satisfying service record. Cleans rooms with nice view)
Please Note : These are all budget accommodation as this blog is specifically meant for budget travelers . There are hotels for the more affluent mortals namely sheesh mahal and the exclusive Bundelkhand Riverside.
Description: In Orchha time has made an exception and did not unfurl its destructive forces,hence most of the palaces and temples built by the Bundela rulers in 16th and 17th century still lies in perfect state.
Orchha was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput chieftain, Rudra Pratap, who chose this stretch of land along the Betwa river as an ideal site for his capital. Of the succeeding rulers, the most notable was Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo who built the exquisite Jehangir Mahal, a tiered palace crowned by graceful chhatris(umbrella). From here the view of soaring temple spires and cenotaphs is spectacular.
How to Reach:
Orchha lies in the state of Madhya Pradesh( Middle State) where infrastructure is not the best in the world but still situation has improved lot lately and though air connectivity is not available at the moment but rail and road provides a sufficiently comfortable access to this magnificent ancient city.
By Rail :
Nearest railhead at Jhansi (16 km ), on the Mumbai-Delhi and Delhi-Madras main lines. All major mail and express trains stop at jhansi.
By Road:
Orchha lies on the Jhansi-Khajuraho road. Regular bus services connect Orchha with Jhansi.
What to See :
1.Fort Complex: The fort complex is one of the primary attractions at this town. It is the main Palace complex comprising of multiple buildings divided into three parts.
2.Chaturbhuj Temple: Major temple complex with exquisite stone carvings depicting life of Lord Rama,a Hindu mythological god highly revered by people.
3.Laxminarayan Temple: Another well preserved temple from that era noted for its wall paintings.
4. Phool Bagh: Literally meaning flower garden this was a popular summer retreat for Bundelkhand Raja's.Unique indigenous engineering has ensured swift water flow throughout the complex resulting in a cool enviornment.
Places to Stay:
1. Orchha Home Stay ( Highly recommended by travelers as one of the best budget place to stay in orchha)
Lakshmi Mandir Road | Behind Power House, Orchha 472 246, India 2.Hotel Ganapati ( Another small but well appreciated hotel with breath taking views in this magnificent town)
Main Bazaar, Orchha 462011, India
3.Hotel Sunrise( Budget hotel with a satisfying service record. Cleans rooms with nice view)
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