Orchha

Orchha

At a Glance
Population
8,499
Area
NA
Geo Location
Central
Average Climate
9°C - 35°C
Best time to visit
October - April

Orchha is a beautiful tourist destination located on the bank of river Betwa in the district Tikamgarh in the state of Madhya Pradesh. The name of the city means 'The Hidden Place', which was established in the year 1501 AD by Maharaja Rudra Pratap Singh. It is one of the popular tourist destinations in the state with stunning palaces, hewn temples, forts and other structures. Travel attractions in Orchha include the Laxminarayan Temple, Sunder Mahal, Orchha Chattris, Ram Raja Temple etc. It will be fascinating experience to make a trip to Madhya Pradesh with a route that includes this beautiful destination of Orchha.

At the entrance to the town you will see a beautiful red, elephant head statue of Ganesh that gives great pleasure to the heart. The architecture of this place attracts the large number of tourists from all over the world. These monuments will tell you the glory of this ancient city during the medieval period of history.

The city of Orchha is located at the distance of 16 km from Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. Annunciated by nascent hills, Orccha is swollen with the sweet aroma of anones. This place was previously ruled by Bundelas for two centuries which left a rich heritage to the descendants as their architectural style was supposed to be very unique.

The rare combination of literature, art, culture and ancient prosperity is seen in Orchha. Situated on the banks of River Betwa, Orchha was the capital of Bundela rulers in the past. Due to the Bundela rulers Madhukar Shah, Vir Singh Deo first & second and Queen Ganesh Kunwar, this place became the chief center of literature, art, culture, temples and palaces. The tourists get enchanted after seeing the places and temples of this place.

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