Orchha (State: Madhya Pradesh) has an imposing fort, dating back to the 16th century. The Fort Complex contains magnificent palaces of the Bundela kings presenting a matchless spectacle of those times.
One of such palace is 17th century palace, the Jehanghir Mahal. It is a three storied most impressive palace, which is a fine example of of Indo-Islamic architecture. The harmony in the construction of palace can be seen in hanging balconies, topped domes and lovely onion shaped domes around the central courtyard.
This palace is more airy and lighted since it has countless windows and pierced stone screens looking out over the skyline to the west. In the other direction one can see a sea of treetops and ruined temples.
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Beautiful and majestic. I am so astounded over how much beauty India holds; there is so much you are able to share with each post. It is almost an endless possibility to travel.
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I like your blog,... nice post keep blogging...
To live with such light and air and beautiful views in every direction must have been a great privilege.
What a stunning old historical building full of history and legend.
Another gorgeous palace! Have you any idea of how many there are in India? :-)
Magnificent captures as always! And another very interesting palace! How beautiful it is! Have a great week, Rajesh!
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The palace is impressive and very beautiful.
You have there incredible buildings and history to see and show.
It could be wonderful to see some of them in person.
Happy week to you, Rajesh!
another impressive fort. fantastic architectural design.
Beautiful palace! There are so many amazing places inyour country!
beautiful place and architecture always...thanks for sharing!
Utterly astounding. What a beautiful blend of aesthetics.
wonderfully captured!
Do you have to pay to visit? Who maintains them?
Nice to see this amazing historical wonder through your eyes...beautiful captures!
Another magnificent palace!
Beautiful pictures. Amazing architecture. Thank you for sharing.
What a gorgeous structure - beautiful. Does anyone live in these places anymore?
Rhajesh: Your country certainly builds magnificent structures.
You live in a beautiful world, Rahesh.
very beautiful photos! lovely place!
Didn't know this was located in Madhya Pradesh!!! Thanks!!!
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nice and calm!
Very impressive and somehow a calming place...I can definitely see the "harmony" of which you speak!
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Does look a most impressive palace, and in very good repair too. Nice that there are so many windows, the place would be cool too.
Great captures! Amazing architecture.
This is a very impressive, beautiful palace. All of the elements blend together wonderfully. It's wonderful that it (and the palace in the post below) have been preserved so well. Thanks for taking us to both of them.
Amazing and very beautiful place. The pictures are marvellous and I feel like visiting the place.
Another impressive palace. Great photos!
The stone screens look interesting and it is nice to let light in. It would be wonderful to visit this palace.
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Happy Weekend.
JM: Thanks, I have no idea how many of these are in India. But definetely they are a lot.
Rakesh, Zuzana, Jesson, Jenice, Phivos, Sylvia, Carver, ewok1993, Joo, Coffeeveggie, J Bar, Sandy, Deepak: Thanks for the appreciation.
Leena, Bhushavali, Babli: Thanks, it is a nice place to experience in person.
Kavita, LadyFi, Eden, Wolynski, Fishing Guy, Pam, biologion, Joshi, Jacob, Glennis, George, Indrani, eileeninmd, Diane: Thanks for the appreciation.
Ann: There is a entry fee to each of these monuments.
absolutely beautiful pictures from a great Nation
what an impressive palace. Happy Ruby Tuesday!
Great capture of the beautiful palace.
Happy Ruby Tuesday
Exquisite place.
Have a great week.
Beautiful palace and such a piece of history!!
Happy Tuesday!!
My ruby entry is "Skipping Rocks" - a sculpture. Hope you can find time to visit with me today!
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Jeevan, reg, Ramblings, Eden, Regina, Anni: Thanks for the appreciation.
The monuments-the clicks are really impressive!
Deepak, Arpana: Thanks for the appreciation.
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