Orchha

Orchha, located in Madhya Pradesh, lies on the Betwa river and was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput chieftain Rudra Pratap Singh, who became its first King. In this medieval city the palaces and temples built by its Bundela rulers retain much of their pristine perfection.

Sightseeing

Orchha possesses an imposing fort, which contains a number of palaces and other historic buildings. The most noteworthy of these are the Raja Rammandir, a massive square building of which the exterior is almost absolutely plain, and the exquisite Jehangir Mahal, a tiered palace of the same form but far more ornate, crowned by graceful chattris and a beautiful specimen of Hindu domestic architecture. From here the view of soaring temple spires and cenotaphs, of which there are fourteen in total, is spectacular.

In the Laxminarayan Temple and Raj Mahal vibrant murals encompassing a variety of religious and secular themes bring the walls and ceilings to rich life. Chaturbhuj temple, built on a vast platform of stone, is reached by a steep flight of steps and is surely one of the most unusual in India. It is also the only temple in India where Ram is worshipped as a king.
Those interested in outdoor activities can go for river rafting or visit the national park.

Hotels

Also in Orchha we selected a few of the best hotels in each category which we can book according to your wishes and budget.