Take a guided heritage walk through Orchha

Take a guided heritage walk through Orchha Overview

Take a guided heritage walk through Orchha, India, and learn more about its rich history, architecture, and culture.

Our knowledgeable guides will take you around the town’s historical sites and landmarks to let you see the best of Orchha. During this walking tour, you’ll be able to explore numerous cultural attractions and get a better understanding of the impact of the past on the town’s present. From palaces and forts to temples and cenotaphs, our tour showcases the most significant monuments to help you better appreciate Orchha’s unique cultural legacy.Your tour will start at the Imperial Palace Complex and Jehangir Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 17th century modeled after the fortifications of central India. You’ll then move to Ram Raja Temple, the only Hindu temple to be dedicated to a king. From there, you’ll get to witness the serene Raja Mahal, a palace renowned as one of the most stunning examples of Mughal-style architecture in India. Take a stroll through Chaturbhuj Temple which dates back to the 16th century, then visit the Lakshmi Narayan Temple with its two-story base and intricately carved pillars.We’ll also pay a visit to the cenotaphs that stand as the last word from the erstwhile Maharajas of Orchha who rule from 1531-1783.

Our knowledgeable guides will explain how these further landmarks were important to those in power and to the people living in the area. Also, be sure to make a stop at Rai Praveen Mahal & Bazaar – a fitting tribute to the much-loved courtesan of Jehangir Hindus (the ruler of Orchha). From there, we’ll end our tour at the temple complex of Ram Rai devoted to Lord Hanuman.Think carefully and take a lot of pictures as you discover the hidden gems of Orchha. Our guided heritage walk through Orchha will give you an interactive tour of the town’s historical sites, letting you discover all the interesting facets of its rich cultural legacy. Enjoy this fascinating walk through Orchha’s many landmarks, and don’t forget to learn from our knowledgeable guides too. Reserve your spot and experience Orchha’s majestic past today!