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Orchha Travel Guide: 198 reviews and 495 photos

The vulture on top is a real one!! - Orchha

Orchha is a small picturesque town outside Jhansi. It is a good stopover if you are visiting Khajuraho. The town is located by the river Betwa which is extremly clean and clear. Although small, the town was of historical significance and has beautiful palaces and temples.

Last visit to Orchha: Feb 2004
Intro Written Jul 25, 2004
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The palace Things to Do (6)

Walk around the entire palace and it takes you back in time. Climbing up the narrow stairs and walking through some of... more travel advice

The blue tiles are barely visible - Orchha

Palace Things to Do (6)

One distinct feature which you really have to look out for are the blue tiles that are used all along the upper exterior... more travel advice

Jehangir palace Things to Do (6)

This palace was built for the Mughal king Jehangir by a Hindu king Raja Bir Singh Deo in the 17th century. Thus it is... more travel advice

A window which the women looked out of - Orchha

Architecture style Things to Do (6)

Look out for intricate details that are very distinctly Mughal and Hindu. more travel advice

Comments (2)

aadil Oct 21, 2004 at 9:47 AM Report Abuse

WOW!!! That looks like a good trip you made there!!! Wish I could also see some parts of this incredible, mystical India very soon!!!
radz Aug 29, 2004 at 5:31 AM Report Abuse

Great pics.