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Orcha is a small town between
Jhansi and Khajuraho. It's claim to fame were rulers who
managed to stay on friendly terms with the Mughals and
produce marvelous palaces and temples. |
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On the outskirts of the city,
along the river, presenting a thrilling site against the
sky, are a group of Hindu temples which have been abandoned.
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The palace-fort complex
in Orcha is a 17th century structure. It contains three
palaces or mahals. Jahangir Mahal is the most commanding of
the palaces built by Bir Singh Deo to honor the Emperor
Jahangir's visit to the city. It is a magnificent example of
medieval palace-fort architecture. |
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