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Orchha, Madhya Pradesh
Situated on the Betwa river in Madhya Pradesh, this sleepy village town is dotted with 16th and 17th century monuments. A former princely state, Orchha was the capital of Bundela Rajput chief Raja Rudra Pratap.
The 17th Orchha fort is a must-see for its ornate Jehangir Mahal, the Raj Mahal (for its beautiful, bold colourful murals) and the Rai Praveen Mahal, a two-storied brick structure in the gardens of Anand Mahal.
The Laxminarayan temple, the Ramaraja temple and the Chaturbhuj Mandir are other interesting attractions that form part of Orchha's rich heritage.
Where to stay
Lodging options include Orchha Resort, Sheesh Mahal, Palki Mahal and Betwa Cottages. For more details, check www.mptourism.com/dest/orchha.html.
How to get there
The closest airport is at Gwalior about 120 km away.
Khajuraho is 170 km away and Agra is 225 km from Orchha.
The closest railway station is Jhansi, 17 km away.
Shatabdi Express connects Jhansi to Delhi and takes about four and a half hours.
Also see: Weekend getaways around Delhi
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