Orchha lies in northern region of Madhya Pradesh. It was one time capital of Bundela rulers thus was epicenter of power at Bundelkhand region. During the rule of Bundela dynasty, it gained prominence and large number of fort, palaces, temples, cenotaphs were developed which are still intact. Presence of Betwa river makes this place more beautiful and ideal for human establishment. Today Orchha is a prominent tourism destination in Bundelkhand region. It caters tourists of many categories. If you have deep interest in heritage monuments then here one can find well maintained forts and palaces. Apart from this here one can enjoy spiritual tourism, pilgrimage journey. After visiting Orchha town, tourists often gives feedback that it is a town of positive vibes. It is not a big city with wide roads, multiple storyed buildings but a small town with narrow lanes with high density of human establishment. In presence of lofty heritage buildings, it seems as if we are in open art gallery where history is scattered on all directions.
Tourists can see Orchha in many ways thus this destinations have potential to cater visitors of many mindsets and preferences. Visitors can find many faces of this town with many stories thus guide service is highly recommended during city tour. Let us point out some prominent reasons to visit this destination:
| Titles | Description |
| Heritage tourism | Orchha is a heaven for heritage tourism lovers because collection of fort, palace, active & inactive temples, cenotaphs at a close vicinity is rarely seen. |
| Architectural details | Architecture lovers should must visit this destination. Here we can find Indo-Islamic architecture in Jahangir Mahal. It is also called Mughal architecture. Where as Raj Mahal and other nearby palaces are in Bundelkhandi style. In addition to this, cenotaphs, temples are developed in Bundelkhandi style. In these structure we will find and special stone carving work but designs and decorations are different and catchy thus all these heritage buildings are very photogenic. |
| See lord Rama as king | It is a kingdom of Raja Ram. In whole India, we see lord Rama as a god but Orchha is a place where lord Rama is worshipped as King Rama which means rulers of Orchha had declared lord Rama as the king of Bundelkhand and whole region was kingdom of Rama. Bundela rulers declared themselves as representative of King Rama thus instead of God Rama here we will frequently hear the words a King Rama (Raja Ram) and name of temple was given Raja Ram temple. Even now, state government gives guard of honor to King Rama. This kind of gesture for a god is unique and people visits to witness this unique incidence in Orchha. |
| Photography | Heritage monuments photography is best possible in this destination. It is a very scenic place. Presence of Betwa river and heritage buildings arranged in a series on river bank area offers some great photography opportunities to visitors. At most the places, forts and palaces are located in hill top thus finding them on river bank is a unique site for heritage photography. One should must visit Orchha to capture these scenes. |
| Land of great warriors | Bundelkhand region is know for its great warriors. This land has produced many great warriors like Maharaja Rudra Pratap, Bir Singh Deo, Bharti Chand, Hardol, Jhujhar Singh etc. Different rulers have different stories of war and sacrifices. Stories or Dinman Hardol, Rai Praveen, Pahad Singh, Vir Singh etc are some integral part of Orchha history thus while doing local sightseeing, one should must hear these ancient true stories and enjoy the visit. |
| Grand Cenotaphs | Bundelkhand region produced great warriors thus even after their deaths, their greatness was represented by erecting their great cenotaphs. Here special attention has been paid on making of grand cenotaphs. |
| River Rafting | Whole Orchha township has been established at this location due to presence of Betwa river. It was the lifeline of this town. During monsoon and post monsoon seasons, when water level remains good, tourists can enjoy river rafting activity. |
| Heritage Hotel Stay Experience | Staying at heritage hotels is a different kind of experience. At Orchha, many hotel options are available in heritage category like MPT Hotel Sheesh Mahal, Bundelkhand Riverside etc. |
| Flavor of Bundelkhand | Bundelkhandi dishes at homestays and hotels are another reason to visit Orchha. In a country of Bundela dynasty, one should must taste the Bundelkhandi dishes to get real experience of this region. |
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