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	Orchha City Guide, Indian Cities, Places of Interest In India, City of Love Stories, Malwa Plateau
		Orchha was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput chieftain Rudra Pratap who chose this streatch of land along the Betwa river as an ideal site for his capital.
		Orchha's fort complex, approaches by a multi-arched bridge, has threee palaces set in an open quadrangle.
		The palace built for her is a low, two storeyed brick structure, designed to match the height of the trees in the surrounding, beautifully landscaped gardens of Anand Mahal, with its octagonal flower beds and elaborate water supply system.
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	Orchha - LoveToKnow 1911
		ORCHHA, or Urchha (also called Tehri or Tikamgarh), a native state of Central India, in the Bundelkhand agency.
		Orchha is the oldest and highest in rank of all the Bundela principalities, and was the only one not held in subjection by the peshwa.
		The town of Orchha, the former capital, is on the river Betwa, not far from Jhansi.
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	Orchha - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Orchha (or Urchha) is a town in Tikamgarh district of Madhya Pradesh state, India.
		Orchha was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela chief Rudra Pratap, who became the first Raja of Orchha.
		Orchha was the only Bundela state not subjugated by the Marathas in the 18th century.
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		Temples of Orchha, The Jehangir Mahal, The Sheesh Mahal, Phool Bagh, The Chhatris
		Tourist Attractions: Temples of Orchha, Phool Bagh, the Chhattris, The Jehangir Mahal, The Sheesh Mahal.
		Orchha means 'hidden', it is situated 16 kms away from Jhansi, on the banks of the river Betwa in the state of Madhya Pradesh, is surrounded by charming hills and greenery.
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		The architectural splendor of the monuments in Orchha reflects the glory of its rulers.
		The main attraction of Orchha is the Orchha fort complex, located on an island on River Betwa, having a number of palaces to visit within it.
		The nearest railhead is at Jhansi (18 km from Orchha).
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		The Orchha Bundelas are said to be chiefs of the Bundela clan settled all over the plains of North India.
		Orchha’s legacy has been captured in stone and frozen in time, a rich legacy to all ages.
		Orchha is known for its elegant architecture and its unique sequential development of domes, brackets, pillars, arches and ledges.
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		Orchha’s fort complex approached by a multi-arched bridge, has three palaces opened quadrangle.
		There are fourteen Chatrries or memorials to the rulers of Orchha grouped along the kanchan gaht of the river Betwa.
		The interior’s contains the most exquisite of Orchha’s, wall paintings covering the walls and ceiling of three halls, these murals are vibrant compositions and cover a variety of spiritual and secular subjects.
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		The historical monuments of Orchha still retain their pristine charm and narrate stories of war and peace, of love and destruction.
		Nevertheless, Orchha is not all about history and legends; it is also about the natural splendour of a wonderful valley where the crystal-clear waters of the Betwa flow quietly along the banks for which solitude is a way of life.
		Most of the attractions in Orchha are situated in the fort complex consisting of palaces, temples, cenotaphs, and memorials.
	www.indiantraveldestinations.com /india-destinations-tour/orchha.html (1419 words)

	Orchha
		Raja Rudra Pratap started the construction of Orchha but he coud not finish it as he was killed trying to rescue a cow from the clutches of a tiger.
		The Jehangir Mahal - Orchha's single most admired palace, the Jehangir Mahal, was built by Bir Singh Deo as a monumental welcome present for the Mughal emperor Jehangir when he paid a state visit in the 17th century.
		The fourteen chhatris, memorials to Bundelkhand's former rulers, are best viewed from the narrow road bridge (on the Betwa) or from the boulders on the opposite bank, where one can see the full effect of their reflection in the still waters of the Betwa.
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		Orchha is the erstwhile capital city of the Bundela rulers.
		Orchha is located in northern part of the state of Madhya Pradesh, in the central region of India.
		Bir Singh Deo, the ruler of Orchha from 1605-27, got into serious trouble with the great Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1602, when he was associated with Prince Jahangir, the son of Emperor Akbar.
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	Orchha Travel, Tour Packages, Tours, Hotels, Holidays Or Vacation In Orchha (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Orchha's grandeur has been captured in stone, frozen in time, a rich legacy to the ages.
		In this medieval city, the hands of time have rested lightly and the palaces and temples built by its Bundela rulers in the 16th and 17th centuries retain much of their pristine perfection.
		Raja Rudra Pratap moved the capital of the Bundelas to Orchha in 1531.
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		Orchha in Indore District is a major pilgrimage destination in Madhya Pradesh.
		The Orchha temples are regarded as the pride of Bundelkhand region in India.
		The legendry place of Orchha is known all cross the globe for its medieval temples depicting the Indian architecture and culture.
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	Orchha Madhya Pradesh,Orchha Travel Madhya Pradesh,Orchha City Travel,Orchha City Info (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The medieval city of Orchha, in the state of Madhya Pradesh, seems to have frozen in time, its palaces and temples still retaining their original grandeur.
		Orchha's fort complex, the entrance of which is a multi-arched bridge, has three impressive palaces placed in an open quadrangle.
		Other highlights of Orchha are the shrines of Siddh Baba ka Sthan, Jugal Kishore, the Janki Mandir and the Hanuman Mandir at Ohharedwara.
	www.destinationindia.com /travel_guide/madhya_pradesh/orchha.html (1293 words)

	Orchha (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The village of Orchha in Madya Pradesh state in north central India.
		Orchha was the seat of the Bundela Rajput dynasty from 1530 to 1730 AD, and a superb collection of abandoned palaces and temples from that era dot the landscape.
		The elegant symmetry of the Mughal architecture; the 'splendid isolation' of being the only visitors in the empty palaces and temples; accomodations in an 18th century palace overlooking a walled garden.
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	Orchha Travel, Tour Packages, Tours, Hotels, Holidays Or Vacation In Orchha (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The palace built for her is a low, two-storeyed brick structure designed to match the height of the trees in the surrounding, beautifully landscaped gardens of Anand Mahal, with its octagonal flower beds and intricate water supply system.
		Orchha lies on a diversion from the Jhansi-Khajuraho road.
		Since Orchha is not a very big destination, it is tough to find taxis and autos.
	us.makemytrip.com /destination/orchha/orchha1.htm (740 words)

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		Orchha is a small village, but like Mandu, it too has an old world charm and is surrounded by history.
		The beauty of Orchha, today, is that you are probably looking at a kingdom as it might have existed 500 years ago.
		The best bet for food is undoubtedly the Orchha Resort (where food prices are quite reasonable given that it is the most expensive place in town).
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	Bundelkhand River Side Hotel, Orchha, Madhya Pradesh
		The Bundelkhand Riverside is built on 50 Acres of land on the banks of the River Betwa in Orchha (Madhya Pradesh - INDIA) and the Old House, which still exists, was used as a Hunting Lodge cum Guest House.
		It is a perfect gateway to experience the historical and natural splendour of Orchha which are less than a kilometer away from the hotel.
		Orchha is a weekend getaway Ex-Delhi / Kanpur / Bhopal or visited as a part of Itinerary alongwith heritage circuit of Agra, Gwalior and Khajuraho.
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	Orchha Tourism,Orchha India Tourism,Orchha Travel Tourism (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Orchha is famous for its palaces and temples built in the 17th and 18th century.
		During the reign of Madhukar Shah(1554-92) Orcha saw a long period of peaceful prosperity, when the early Bundela paintings were painted on the walls of the palaces.
		One of the other notable rulers of Orchha was Raja Bir Singh Ju Deo (1605-27) who built the exquisite Jehangir Mahal, Hardaul Mandir and Chatturbhuj Temple.
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		Once a great capital city, Orchha is now just a simple village with a stunning backdrop of temples and palaces built in the early 1600's.
		Orchha's gothic and commanding temples date back to the 1500's and are still in use today.
		The main town square in Orchha is a hotbed of activity: fruit sellers line the main walkway; chai vendors operate stalls in the background; ladies gather in shady areas to picnic and chat; children fly kites; sadhus (holy men) sit under trees and conduct ceremonies, smoke bidis, and hold lively debates.
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		Orchha now nothing but a small tiny village, is one of those many villages of India which live in obscurity despite having great potential.
		Orchha some say means hidden, as the Rajput kings were pushed back from their Bundelkhand residence and they resorted to this place, there fore the name, Orchha.
		Situated on the banks of Betwa River, Orchha was founded by the Rajput Chieftain Rudra Pratap in the 16th century.
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	Orchha
		Orchha was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput chieftain, Rudra Pratap, who chose this stretch of land along the Betwa River as an ideal site for his capital.
		What is charming about Orchha is that it is possible to stay in the palace and simply become part of the medieval drama.
		By Rail: The nearest railway station to Orchha is Jhansi which is 16 km from Orchha.
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	A MAHARAJAH'S SUITE IN MEDIEVAL ORCHHA (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		But the fans worked, the furniture was aged and luxurious, the bathtub huge and the private outside dining area a lovely spot in which to enjoy a privately served lunch.
		Today Orchha slumbers on the Betwa River in the state of Madha Predesh as a medieval remnant, nearly frozen in time and in the stone of its structures.
		Within the fort complex, built by its Bundela rulers in the 16th and 17th centuries and easily visited by travelers, three palaces are set in an open quadrangle bordering an outlet of the river below, where the rapids rush over slippery rocks and the town’s women gather in the mornings to do the laundry.
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		Orchha is located in northern Madhya Pradesh besides the Malwa plateau on the banks of Betwa River.
		Orchha was the historic capital city of the Bundela rulers.
		The main tourist places in Orchha are the Orchha fort complex, located on an island on River Betwa, having a number of palaces.
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		"Orchha is a small town situated on the banks of Betwa river, in the central state of Madhya Pradesh and was founded by the Bundela Rajput chieftain Rudra Pratap.
		For, on this medieval city, the hand of time has rested lightly and the palaces and temples built by its Bundela rulers in the 1 6th and 1 7th centuries retain much of their pristine perfection.
		Now, Orchha`s cluster of fortified dwellings is reminiscent of hardy times.
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	Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation Limited - Destinations - Orchha
		The origin of the Bundela dynasty in the 11th century is traced to a Rajput prince who offered himself as a sacrifice to the mountain goddess Vrindavasini; she stopped him and named him 'Bundela' (one who offered blood).
		Orchha's grandeur has been captured in stone, frozen in time, a rich legacy to the ages.
		Orchha was founded in the 16th century by the Bundela Rajput chieftain, Rudra Pratap, who chose this stretch of land along the Betwa river as an ideal site for his capital.
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	Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation Limited - Destinations - Orchha - Must See
		Orchha's fort complex, approached by a multi-arched bridge, has three palaces set in an open quadrangle.
		Poetess and musician, Rai Parveen was the beautiful paramour of Raja Indramani (1672- 76) and was sent to Delhi on the orders of the Emperor Akbar, who was captivated by her.
		There are 14 Chhatris or Memorials to the rulers of Orchha, grouped along the Kanchan Ghat of the river Betwa.
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	Orchha City Guide - Tour & Travel Packages
		Orchha, now a small hamlet in the state of Madhya Pradesh, was once the capital of the formidable Bundela kings who ruled over a large tract between the Ganga and Narmada in medieval times.
		The Ram Raja Temple is perhaps the most important though unusual of all the temples in Orchha.
		This is the only temple in the country where Rama is worshipped as a king that too in a palace.
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		Come and feel the medieval aura and grandeur of the Bundela era during your luxury tours to Orchha, Madhya Pradesh, India that was born under the aegis of Rudra Pratap, a Bundela chief in the 16th century.
		Famous for its temples and palaces Orchha in Madhya Pradesh, India is a luxury holiday retreat that is being gradually discovered by those eager for more on the splendid lifestyle of those who ruled in the days of gold, silver, precious stones, regal glitz and glitter.
		Known for the birthplace of the Bundela School of painting, Orchha, Madhya Pradesh, India has a lot to offer the art connoisseur in terms of vibrantly colored murals and frescoes that adorn the walls and ceilings of the local palaces.
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		Orchha was relatively clean, with broad sidewalks, people were very friendly and not as pushy as in the rest of India, and in addition to that, the town was studded with temples and displayed a beautiful fort.
		In the early evening we were discussing whether to use the internet or not, when we met Nelson Arboleda, a Colombian living in the south of the US and working for the WHO.
		Stephan got up very early (as he usually does when we are on vacation), and walked down to the riverside to view the Royal Chhattris on the opposite side of the river, with nice reflections.
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