Orchha was founded by the Rajput Bundela dynasty in the 16th Century. The Rajputs ruled the village and the surrounding area until 1950 when Orchha became part of India. In the town are numerous cenotaphs or chhatris like the ones in the photo taken in 2007. These give the town its character. Other major buildings are a fort which includes several connected buildings, including two palaces, and the Lakshmi temple. Orchha is a peaceful town where you can escape the crowds of visitors you may see in other more well-known places.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
TRAVEL THE WORLD - ORCHHA, INDIA
Orchha was founded by the Rajput Bundela dynasty in the 16th Century. The Rajputs ruled the village and the surrounding area until 1950 when Orchha became part of India. In the town are numerous cenotaphs or chhatris like the ones in the photo taken in 2007. These give the town its character. Other major buildings are a fort which includes several connected buildings, including two palaces, and the Lakshmi temple. Orchha is a peaceful town where you can escape the crowds of visitors you may see in other more well-known places.
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