Tours to Orchha - a medieval city in Madhya Pradesh that owes its fame to marvelously chiseled Jain temples that were built during the reign of rulers from the Bundela dynasty.
Located on the Jhansi - Khajuraho Road, Orchha is an important Central India cultural hub that was the birthplace of the Bundela School of Painting. The sculptural variety on the walls of medieval Orchha temples has been an inspiration for artists for ages.
History
The city of Orchha came into existence sometime in the early 16th century when Maharaja Rudra Pratap, a Bundela ruler decided to fortify this region.
The history of Orchha is a history of brave soldiers and rulers who've protected their territory from invasions and outside political domination for several centuries. In fact Orchha was among the few regions in Central India that remained unconquered by the Marathas.
Orchha lies on the banks of River Betwa and enchants weary travelers into cool nature spots within its green forests.
Tourist Attractions
Unravel medieval splendor on tours to Orchha tourist attractions. Explore places like Raj Mahal, Raj Praveen Mahal, Jehangir Mahal and the Ram Raja Temple on tours to Orchha, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Chhatries:There are fourteen chhatries grouped along the Kanchana Ghat of the river Betwa. These are memorials to the rulers of Orchha.
Dinman Hardaul`s Palace The fascinating legend goes that Hardaul was a son of Bir Singh Ju Deo and sacrificed his life to prove his innocence to his elder brother Jhujhar who cast doubts on his relationship with Jhujhar's consort. This saintly prince was worshipped as a god and even today, there are platform-like shrines in the villages of Bundelkhand where Hardaul is worshipped.
Laxminarayana Temple This temple is linked with the Ram Raja Temple with a flagstone path. The architectural pattern is an interesting blend of fort and temple moulds. The interior contains the most exquisite of Orchha's wall paintings.
These murals are vivid compositions capturing a variety of spiritual and secular subjects.
Sunder Mahal This small palace, almost in ruins today, is a place of pilgrimage for the Muslims. Dhurjban, son of Jhujhar, embraced Islam when he wed a Muslim girl at Delhi.
He spent the latter part of his life in prayer and meditation and acquired the revered status of a saint.
Explore the interiors of the well-known Chaturbhuj Temple; Tours to Orchha Dinman Hardaul's Palace, Sunder Mahal, Phool Bagh and Shahid Smarak on tours to Orchha in Madhya Pradesh, India.
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