Here the Chhatris of Bundela dynasty kings are elevated, dome-shaped pavilions. But this unusual cenotaph different in design from rest of the royal cenotaphs caught my attention.Monday, June 21, 2010
Orchha Cenotaphs
In Orchha (State: Madhya Pradesh) the cenotaphs (chhatris) of 16th century are located on the banks of Betwa river. They are basically tomb erected in honor of a person, whose remains are elsewhere.
Here the Chhatris of Bundela dynasty kings are elevated, dome-shaped pavilions. But this unusual cenotaph different in design from rest of the royal cenotaphs caught my attention.
Here the Chhatris of Bundela dynasty kings are elevated, dome-shaped pavilions. But this unusual cenotaph different in design from rest of the royal cenotaphs caught my attention.
so cute and so lovely place,... nice photo's
ReplyDeleteWow! This is unlike any that I have seen, even in pictures!
ReplyDeleteThis is amazing, if I did not know better, I would believe this is a miniature model. Beautiful.
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It's marvellous place!
ReplyDeleteMagnificent!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! There is something strangly mystical about the cenotaphs...I wonder if I will be able to see this...
ReplyDeleteMarvelous and fascinating post as always, Rajesh! Love your photos! Hope you have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
The setting beside the river is so beautiful for the exquisite monuments.
ReplyDeletewhere were you when you photographed this. from this angle the structure doesn't look massive which I think it is.
ReplyDeleteanother beauty.
You always show such intersting buildings :)
ReplyDeleteHave a nice week!
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it's really beautiful. I wonder how does it look from the inside. My World entry is up too.
ReplyDeleteThere are many beautiful buildings in India! It is a treat to view your lovely photos!
ReplyDeleteAmazing and wonderful. Your country finds so many ways to celebrate life.
ReplyDeleteRajesh: Certainly an interesting look at you world, neat monuments.
ReplyDeleteWow - such huge and intricate monuments to the dead!
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine the grandeur of the place from the picture!
ReplyDeleteAnd their location is so nice by the river!
ReplyDeleteA wonderful to placelive and to visit one day...lovely post as always.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful world with a long history you live in, Rajesh.
ReplyDeleteQuite liked it. Can we have some more information on this. Like which dynasty etc
ReplyDeletevery interesting as always!
Hi Rajesh,
ReplyDeleteYesterday I looked up Orchha Cenotaphs, and I see it's not anywhere near my stops when I'm in India next month. How sad, because the Cenotaphs look like something right out of a fairy tale book...
Simply mesmerizing!
ReplyDeletewow, amazing old buildings!
ReplyDeleteimpressive!
ReplyDeleteROG, ABC Wednesday team
They must have had some wonderful architects, not to mention builders.
ReplyDeleteImpressive, I would love to see the inside....
ReplyDeleteThose are spectacular resting places...reminds me of the pyramids.
ReplyDeleteIs this huge building in the middle of water? This is really amazing I just wonder how in the world they made this? Happy Wednesday!
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beautiful and imposing structure
ReplyDeleteWonderfully interesting! Terrific W.
ReplyDeleteSuch grandeur on the banks of the river.
ReplyDeleteyou are right the architecture is different, more indo-sarcesnic is it not? My compliments for a nice discovery
ReplyDeleteAmazing architecture and scenery, just wonderful.
ReplyDeleteIndia has so many amazing structures and buildings. Gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteWow, very impressive! thank you for sharing. It is great to know more about your side of the world.
ReplyDeleteI have not visited this state, but hope one day !
ReplyDeleteCiao Rajesh, interesting explanation and amazing place.
ReplyDeleteHave a good day
terrific view and a beautiful image!
ReplyDeletehi rajesh,
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unique rajesh! the place seems very nice.
ReplyDeletetoo grand, too amazing!
ReplyDeleteThese are imposing monuments; very interesting.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting and beautiful cenotaphs! Thanks for sharing your fascinating area of the world. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat an unsual construction! Fascinating!
ReplyDeleteWell, that's interesting. A tomb but not a tomb. A monument or monuments. Very impressive. I suppose the more important the person was the bigger the Chhatris?
ReplyDeleteRey, Rakesh, Zuzana, Joo, Kirigalpoththa, Sylvia, Carver, Brigitta, Marites, eileeninmd, Sandy, J Bar, Fishing Guy, LadyFi: Thanks for the appreciation.
ReplyDeleteewok1993: Thanks, it is big.had photographed this from the first floor of adjcent cenotaph.
Nishanth, Mridula, siromade08, Pam, Jenn, L ee, Roger, RuneE, Carol, Joyful, Kim, Elettra, Tumblewords, Gayle: Thanks for the appreciation.
Suman: Thanks. This is from Bundela dynasty. I shall include this in the post.
Sudhir, Mar, Wolynski, Eden, Sciarada, Joshi, Kiran, Robin, Jeevan, Dave, George, Jacob, JM, DianeAZ: Thanks for the appreciation.
Gibson: Thanks. I am glad you are visiting India. You will love it.
Deepak: Thanks, this is a nice place to see.
greece_traveller: Thanks for the appreciation.
ReplyDeletenice click!
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing these beautiful click and spreading love for india.great click i must say.
ReplyDeleteexquisite architecture
ReplyDeleteBeautiful picture. I never had the time to explore the interior.
ReplyDeleteArpana, Pratibha, Purba, P.N: Thanks for the appreciation.
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