Orchha Travel
Orchha is a town in Tikamgarh district of Madhya Pradesh. Orchha means 'hidden place' and being true to its name, the place lies amidst scrubby dhak woods. Orchha was founded in the 16th c by the Bundela chief Rudra Pratap who became the first Raja of Orchha. The town was the seat of a former princely state of central India in the Bundelkhand region. Tourist Attractions of Orchha
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.
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