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High Season : Oct - Mar

10 - 25℃

Low Season : Apr - Sep

25 - 45℃

Nearest Airport -HJR

Khajuraho

Nearest Train Stations -JHS

Jhansi

History

The picturesque town of Orchha on the Beva River was built in the 16th century. By the 18th century, the powerful Maratha army successfully conquered all Bundela states except Orchha. In 1783, Tehri (now Tikamgal) became the capital of Orchha. Tehri is 40 miles south of Orchha. The famous Fort Tekamgarh was built in Tehri. In 1874, Maharaja Pratap Singh (born 1854) ascended the throne of Orchha and experienced the greatest development under his rule. Most irrigation work and other related tasks were carefully planned and supervised by Maharaja Pratap Singh. At the beginning of the 20th century, Orchha was the oldest and most prosperous state in Bundelkhand. After independence, Orchha became part of Madhya Pradesh in 1956.

Facts & Culture

Located near the banks of the Betwa River, Orchha is a beautiful tourist destination in the Tikamgarh district which is an integral part of tourism in Madhya Pradesh. The city name means "hidden place", which was founded in 1501 by Maharas Rudra Pratap Singh. It is one of the popular tourist destinations in the state that has showy palaces, carved temples, strengths, and other structures. The Orchha Fort complex on the Betwa river is the most famous of all the temples here. The Fort Complex has several sections to see like Jahangir Mahal, Raj Mahal, Rai Parveen Mahal. The temple of Raja Ram, which was previously a palace, is an important tourist place. This palace became a temple and Lord Ram is adored here as a king. The Temple of Lakshmi Narayan is one of the huge structures and the three most important Temples of Orchha. Phool Bagh a well-laid garden with fountains, pavilions, etc was the resting place of the Bundela rulers. Orchha has 14 Chhatris or memorials for its rulers, located near the Kanchan Ghat on the Betwa River. Orchha Wildlife Sanctuary offers an ideal holiday for tourists visiting Orchha's historic attractions like Siddh Baba Ka Sthaan, Janki Mandir, Sunder Mahal, and Hanuman Mandir.

Places to See

Orchha Fort

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The Orchha Fort complex comprises several formidable structures including forts, palaces, temples, cenotaphs and historic monuments. The majestic fort speaks volumes of the glorious Bundela Rajputs an

09:00 - 17:00
Orchha, Madhya Pradesh 472246
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Chhatris

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Presenting a picturesque sight of Kanchana Ghat on the banks of River Betwa are the Chhatris (cenotaphs), which dot the surroundings of the fort complex, best seen during the sunset. Each of the 14 ce

07:00 - 22:00
Orchha, Madhya Pradesh 472246
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Ram Raja Temple

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The Ram Raja Temple, also known as Orchha Temple, holds religious importance as it is the only temple in India where Lord Rama is worshipped as King Rama. Built in the 16th century, the temple is a po

08:00 – 12:30 & 17:00 – 22:00
Survey No, 457, Tikamgarh-Jhansi Rd, Marg, Orchha, Madhya Pradesh 472246
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Dinman Hardaul Palace

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Brothers' love is symbolised through the palace. King Jhujhar Singh's wife poisoned Hardaul Singh, the king's brother, when he believed that the two were having a sexual relationship. Eventually, the

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The palace is located near the Raja Ram Temple in Orchha, on the banks of River Betwa.
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Rani Mahal

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The intricate carvings and majestic paintings in the Rani Mahal speak the splendour of the bygone era. The palace, built by Raghu Nath II of Newalkar family, was once the royal quarters for the wife o

07:00 - 17:30
The palace is located near Iskcon Temple in Manik Chowk region of Jhansi district.
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Chaturbhuj Temple

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Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the Chaturbhuj Temple in Orchha is an ancient architectural masterpiece built by King Madhukar during 1558-1573. The temple stands tall on a raised rectangular platform with

09:00 - 17:00
Ramraja mandir ke pichhe, Orchha, Madhya Pradesh 472246
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Lakshmi Narayan Temple

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Lakshmi Narayan Temple is one of the huge structures and the three most important temples in Orchha. Built by Bir Singh Deo in 1622, Lakshmi Narayan Temple is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and is a ble