Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Priceless Heritage of Orchha

Orchha is a small town, situated in the Tikamgarh district of Madhya Pradesh. It was the ancient capital city of the Bundela Kings. Many palaces and temples make this destination a popular tourist places in Madhya Pradesh. It is bordered by the beautiful Betwa River. It reflects the sumptuousness and the magnificence of the Bundelas. Being an artificial island, it lives up to its name. It is placed in the lustrous countryside and this pretty locale is bestowed with natural beauty and splendor.

Orchha

With its stunning forts, regal palaces, carved temples and chhatris, it presents a matchless spectrum and is a delightful place for nature lovers. It is renowned for its world class paintings. The frescoes that placed on the walls of the beautiful temples and the royal palace of Orchha makes the viewer spellbound in its beauty.  A number of places are there that attract tourists:-

Jehangir Mahal Palace

The Jehangir Mahal Palace is located in Orchha and a must visit site. This palace was completed in 1598 by the Salem Prince of Mughal. It was mainly built as a garrison to counter the attack of the rebels Bundela Empire. It is basically popular for its wonderful architectural design. The dome of the palace was built according to Timurud customs. Numerous windows are available in the palace that passes natural air and a good source of light.  

Jehangir Mahal Palace

Raj Mahal

Raj Mahal temple is one of the most visited attractions of Orchha. It is the place which receives thousands of travelers from across the globe. The construction of the temple began in the 16th century by Rudra Pratap Singh. The Mahal was not completed by Rudra, so the completion is carried out by his successor Madhukar Shah.

Raj Mahal

Chaturbhuj Temple

Chaturbhuj temple is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh and is another popular attraction of the tourists. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is mostly worshipped in this place. The name of the temple simply reflects Lord Vishnu. The architecture of the temple is beautiful enough to dwell anyone into it.

Chaturbhuj Temple

Laxminarayan temple

This temple is one of the three major temples of Orchha and is most visited by the tourists. Its construction was started by Vir Singh Deo but later dilapidated and renovated by Prithvi Singh. It is dedicated to Goddess Laxmi though there is no ideal of the goddess inside the temple.

Laxminarayan Temple

Phool Bagh

Phool Bagh or garden is a beautiful place and an ideal picnic spot. It is located in Orchha state of Madhya Pradesh. This garden was built as a memorial for the prince of Orchha and remind his martyrs. It is surrounded by beautiful flowers and the rulers of the Orchha used it as a summer place. In this popular garden, there is a wonderful fountain that is known as Chandan Katora. 

Phool Bagh

Chhatries in Orchha

Chhatries in Orchha bears grandeur of the palace. These are the prominent attractions in Orchha. These are beautifully constructed and symbolize the immense contribution of the ruler of each dynasty of Bundelkhand. All the chhatries represent the enriched cultural heritage and traditional legacy. There are about 14 chhatries which were erected after the name of the royal dynasty of Bundelkhand to crown their success in the wars with the neighboring rulers. 

Chhaties in Orchha

Ram Raja Temple

This temple is popular as it bears the relics to the religious history and architectural ancestry of the archaic times. Initially, it was a huge palace of Madhukar Shah but later transformed into a temple. 

Ram Raja Temple

Many other attractions are there such as Rai Parveen Mahal, Orchha sanctuary, etc. that are most visited by tourists. Thus, the place is popular for its royal architectural grandeur. A large number of people from across the globe come to India to visit this place. visit: www.ercotravels.com

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32 comments:

  1. Hello,

    Thanks for stopping by :) Lovely write up above that truly showcases the splendor of India. The Chhatries in Orchha look so scenic. Beautiful!

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  2. What great palace and church! I really like them!

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  3. Lovely captures! A great place to visit.

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  4. truly marvelous temples and palaces.

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  5. The details in the architecture are so wonderful to look at. Thank you for sharing.

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    1. Thank you Lilith! i appreciated for your comment and hope keep visiting..

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  6. So beautiful and exotic for me in Norway.

    Great pictures,
    Good Wednesday from Marit.

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  7. Beautiful photography and am always amazed to see so much water ~ thanks, carol

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  8. Beautiful photos!
    Greetings, RW & SK

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  9. Very beautiful place and stunning shots. Carver ABC Wed. Team

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  10. What a wonderful holiday destination.
    Joy - ABC Team

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  11. What a great place to visit! The temples are beautiful!

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  12. Oh my!! Very very neat. Thanks for stopping by my blog to say HELLO!: )

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  13. Beautifully explained about the temples and the pictures are wonderful...

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  14. All those temples and palaces are so fascinating to me.

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  15. Podziwiałam i ciągle podziwiam odmienność Waszej kultury od naszej. Pokazane świątynie i pałace są dla mnie jak z bajki. Pozdrawiam.
    I admired and still admire the diversity of your culture from ours. Temples and palaces shown are for me like a fairy tale. Yours.

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  16. Wonderful place, splendid photos!

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  17. Hello!
    beautiful post, temples, pictures.
    Everything beautiful.
    Greetings from Polish far.
    Lucia

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  18. the architexture is fabulous!! such beautiful images!!

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  19. WAU - where some beautiful buildings / pictures you show :) Hanne Bente

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  20. What a marvelous place to visit. I love all those magnificent old buildings.

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  21. So much history! Great buildings and photos. Wish I could go there some day..:-)
    Happy weekend!

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  22. Love the old architecture- I can only imagine the "awe" of seeing it in person.

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  23. There are so many beautiful palaces and places to visit in India. I will never forget my visit to the Taj Mahal in your wonderful country. Congrats on the Mars shot!

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  24. I can understand why so many tourists visit there. Those are GORGEOUS palaces…
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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