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Jhansi

It is a historic city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It lies in the region of Bundelkhand on the banks of the Pahuj River, in the extreme south of Uttar Pradesh. Also called the Gateway to Bundelkhand.

Jhansi was a stronghold of the Chandela Rajput kings and was known as Balwant Nagar. However, it lost importance in the 11th century after the decline of the Chandela dynasty. It rose in prominence in the 17th century when Raja Bir Singh Deo of Orchha State constructed the Jhansi Fort in 1613.Jhansi came under the Maratha Empire in 1729 when Maharaja Chattrasal offered Jhansi and some other parts of his state to the Maratha Peshwa Baji Rao I as a mark of gratitude for having helped him in defeating the Nawaf of Farrukhabad Muhammad Khan Bangash who had attacked Maharaja Chattrasal's kingdom.

Orchha

The story of Orchha is associated with the local Bundela kings. It’s a chequered history. Located in the heart of Madhya Pradesh and on the realms of Betwa river, this small town, attracts several tourists from all across the world. The aesthetic amalgamation of luxury and the bliss of nature makes Orchha one of the best place for leisure and amusement.

Orchha has a relaxing aura unlike other major cities of India. Tourists flocking to Orchha, club their visit here with a trip to Jhansi (16 km away) or to Khajuraho (170 Km away). Orchha still holds the grandeur of a princely town.Places to visit in Orccha: Chaturbhuj Temple, Jehangir Mahal, Chhatris, Ram Raja Temple, RaJ Mahal, Phool Bagh, Shahi Darwaja.