India : Madhya Pradesh : Orchaa & Khajuraho : A Cultural Heritage - 1

As the name implies, Madhya Pradesh lies geographically in the heartland of India. It is a land of contrasts, rolling plains interspersed with hills of the Vindhya range running east-west across the middle, river valleys (notably of the holy Narmada river), thick forests, and in the north-west the black cotton soil covered Malwa plateau.

Madhya Pradesh's cultural heritage is ancient. Monuments, exquisitely carved temples, stapes, forts, and palaces on the hill tops, all add to the state's attraction and charm. India's immortal poet-dramatist Kalidasa and the great musician of the Mughal Court, Tansen belonged to this land.

Madhya Pradesh is famous throughout the world for the temples of Khajuraho built in the 11th and 19th centuries and also for the palaces and temples of Orchha.

How to reach at Orchha :

In terms of connectivity, these destinations are well defined by all means of transport. Be it air, rail or road, besides offering ample convenient ways of local travel as well.

By Air :

The nearest airport is Khajuraho 178 kms.

By Rail :

The nearest railhead is Jhansi 19 kms, a major railway junction.

By Road :

Orchha lies on the Jhansi Khajuraho road and is linked by motorable roads with Gwalior 120 kms, Jhansi 19 kms and Khajuraho 178 kms.

Map of Orchha : (For enlarge view - Click on the map)

How to reach at Khajuraho :
By Air :

Khajuraho is connected by air with Delhi, Agra and Varanasi both by Jet Airways and Indian Airlines.

By Rail :

Jhansi 175 kms and Satna 120 kms are the two convenient railheads.

By Road :

Khajuraho is connected by motorable road with Agra 395 kms, Allahabad 285 kms, Bhopal 340 kms, Chitrakoot 175 kms, Deli 596 kms, Gwalior 276 kms, Indore 575 kms, Jabalpur 296 kms, Lucknow 287 kms, Mumbai 1250 kms, rewa 176 kms and Varanasi 415 kms.

Map of Khajuraho : (For enlarge view - Click on the Map)

General Information :

Season to Visit : October to March

Languages : Hindi, English

STD CODES :

Orchha - 07680
Khajuraho - 07686

Accommodation :

In terms of local hospitality and accommodation, you can expect comfortgable and value for money options in all price categories at both the destinations. Prominent few among which are listed below. For specific and detailed information or assistance contact approved travel agents or nearest India Tourism / State Tourism Office.

ORCHHA :
Betwa Cottages (MPSTDC), : 252618
Hotel Sheesh Mahal (MPSTDC), : 252624

KHAJURAHO :
Hotel Jhankar (MPSTDC), : 274063 / 194
Hotel Payal (MPSTDC), : 274064 / 76