Orchha is the beautiful Indian tourist
place situated in Tikamgarh region, state Madhya Pradesh. This is the town also
known as Urchha founded by King Rudra Pratap in 1501. The well-known river
Betwa crosses through this town.
Historical Background of Orchha: this town
was established in the AD by the chief of Bundela Rudra Pratap. He was the
first ruler of Orchha, (duration between 1501 to 1531). The fort constructed by
Rudra Pratap Singh is major attraction for the tourist in this town. A famous
Chaturbhuj Temple is next spot for the tourist in Orchha. This shrine was
constructed during the mugal Emperor Akbar ruling period. The other following
religious spot Raj Mandir was constructed by Madhukar Shah between
1554-1591.
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Some of the impressive tourist places of
Orchha are:
Betwa River Site: in rainy season, the
river gets higher flow of water. Sitting at the site of Betwa River and
watching the battlement wall and huge fort could be different experience for
the visitors. The river is bounded by barricade walls connected to the fort.
Orchha Fort: The palace was constructed by
Rudra Pratap Singh. Here tourist can visit the temples and various shrines
constructed by the various rulers of different empires. Experts call the Orchha
as the peaceful place of India where a tourist can enjoy watching river from
the peak of fort with an astonishing greenery view. Orchha fort includes
several linked buildings established at different periods. Most of the
structures are used by Kings of different empires. Such buildings are known as
the Jahangir Mahal and Raja Palace.
Ram Raja Temple: this shrine is constructed
on the town square base. Delicate domes are special things of this temple.
Mugal Emperor Jahangir constructed the palace on the rectangular area which is
pleased by the round tower at every corner. Temple's roof is coroneted by 8 big
domes.
Jahangir Palace: another beautiful tourist
spot is added to the list constructed with amazing variety of Mugal structural
design.
Chaturbhuj Temple: This shrine is one of
the oldest temples of India. The
construction period is 9th century of this shrine.
Orchha is the small town of MP, and it’s
not being developed so tourist might face some problem with accommodation and
transportation. Hiring the paid taxi could be best solution for enjoy the town
properly, though taxies are available in limited quantity.
This is the beautiful greenery peaceful
place and government should start the schemes and plans to attract a tourist to
this masterpiece architectural place.
Tourist can also enjoy the bird watching
Orchha as diverse birds come to the town at season and different occasions. The
best part of accommodation is visitors will get feeling of village life in
Orchha by staying in local loge and small hotels. Visitors from around the
world are reaching Orchha to enjoy the village life of India.
Attaining to Orchha:
To reach this tourist place visitor have to
reach the train is the best method. Orchha railway station is connected through
linked trains. Direct train from Jhansi is available to attain this place.
Distance between Jhansi and Orchha is only 15 kms so journey through road is
possible once reaching Jhansi. Jhansi is properly connected with various big
cities across the country. Orchha is very near to another Indian tourist place
Khajuraho. Those who reach Orchha can also visit the stunning historical place
Khajuraho.
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