India : Madhya Pradesh : Orchha : Attractions and Excursions - 2

Guys, let us move with me on the trip of Orchha. Orchha founded on 16th century by Bundela Rajput Chieftain Rudra Pratap. Orchha is the erstwhile capital city of the Bundela rulers. The Town is steeped in history and is famous for its palaces and tempels built in the 16th and 17t centuries. The architectural splendor of the monuments in Orchha reflects the glory of its rulers. The Betwa River, on whose banks Orchha lies, and the forests around it attract tourist to this place.

Jehangir Mahal :

It was built in the early part in 17th century to mark the visit of Mughal Emperor Jehangir to Orchha. It is known for its delicate work on one hand and balanced with strong masonry on the other.

Rai Praveen Mahal :

This Mahal is dedicated to the 17th century poetesmusician. It is set amongst well-laid gardens.

Raj Mahal :

This Mahal was built by Madhukar Shah in the 17the centuries. It is well known for its murals, depicting religious themes.

Ram Raja Temple :

This temple was originally a palaces accroding to a legend, Lord Ram appeared in dream of Madhukar shah. The ruler subsequently brought on idol of Lord Ram and placed it in this palace, before installing it into a temple. However, when the time of installation approached, the idol refused to move from its present place. The kind then recalled his dream, which had indicated that the idol would remain in the place, where it was first placed. Thus this palace, became a temple and Lord Ram is worshipped here as a king.