WestMadhya PradeshOrchha

Orchha

Orchha had the distribution of being the capital of one of the largest and most powerful kingdoms of Central India. It was founded in the 16th Century by the Bundela cheiftan Rudra Pratap. Dotting the landscape are numerous shrines, memorials and palaces each contributing to the legend that is Orchha.

How to get there

Air Air:
Nearest airport is Gwalior (120 kms).
Rail Rail:
Nearest railhead is Jhansi (19 kms).
Road

Road:
Orchha lies on the Jhansi - Khajuraho road, Regular bus services connect Orchha with Jhansi.

Places of Interest

  • Jehangir Mahal
  • Raj Mahal
  • Raj Praveen Mahal
  • Ram Raja Temple
  • Chaturbhuj Temple
  • Laxmi Narayan Temple
  • Phool Bagh
  • Dinman Hardaul's Palace
  • Sunder Mahal
  • Cenotraphs
  • Shahid Smarak

Links to RegionsThe Region
Madhya Pradesh   |    Bhopal   |    Sanchi   |    Gwalior   |    Orchha   |    Khajuraho
Indore   |    Ujjain   |    Kanha National Park   |    Bandavgarh National Park