The balmy and cool months of October and November are a perfect time to enjoy the magnificent palaces and forts in Orchha. Situated on the River Betwa, this town with an undulating topography is surrounded by hills. A visit to Orchha would transport you to a
bygone era and this ambience su... Read More

The balmy and cool months of October and November are a perfect time to enjoy the magnificent palaces and forts in Orchha. Situated on the River Betwa, this town with an undulating topography is surrounded by hills. A visit to Orchha would transport you to a
bygone era and this ambience surely enhances the experience of the various palaces here. While Raj Mahal is a beautiful example of Mughal architecture, the exquisite Jahangir Mahal displays the unique Bundela style of Architecture. Another magnificent palace in Orchha is Rai Praveen Mahal which is surrounded by lush gardens with flowerbeds and shrubs trimmed in artistic shapes. There are many shrines and memorials in the city including Laxminarayan Temple and Chaturbhuj Temple. Orchha is accessible by road from nearby cities Jhansi, Gwalior and Khajuraho, with the nearest airport at Gwalior and nearest railhead at Jhansi.
Best Time to Visit: September to March
Languages Spoken: Hindi
Climate: Hot and humid summers, average monsoon, pleasant winters
Heritage sites: Raj Mahal, Jahangir Mahal, Rai Praveen Mahal
Holy places: Laxminarayan Temple, Chaturbhuj Temple