Monday, June 28, 2010

Ram Raja Temple, Orchha

In Orchha (State: Madhya Pradesh) the architecture of the 16th century temple with its soaring spires is very different from any other temple in India. It is also the only place in the country where Lord Rama is worshipped as a King.

This temple was originally the queen's palace of the Bundela King Madhukar Shah. There is a legend associated with it. The queen being an devotee of Lord Rama had got an idol of Rama from Ayodha to be kept in a newly built temple. She was told that, once the idol is kept down for the first time in Orchha, it can not be later moved out.

It so happened that, when queen arrived in Orchha, the new temple the Chaturbhuj Temple built for the Lord Rama was not still ready. Due to this the idol was placed in Queen's palace for the day. But, later it could not be relocated from this place. Because of this the palace was converted into a temple.

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60 comments:

  1. Anonymous07:48

    Lucky Queen
    Lucky Devotees
    A palace turned temple - Wow.

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  2. Rakesh Vanamali08:26

    Truly, your space is so very informative of the many wonders that lie in this great nation!

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  3. Indrani08:29

    Interesting story, great pic too.

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  4. Phivos Nicolaides09:27

    So impressive and beautiful. I like it. Have a great new week ahead!

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  5. Sudhir R16:45

    Lord Rama worshipped as a King, Thats Intersting. Wondering what time of the day did you shoot this. Looks a grand image

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  6. Unknown20:07

    That's a nice piece of history you got there. I also liked the wide angle compositions of the temple in the previous posts..Thomas

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  7. Sylvia K00:49

    Another lovely photo and fascinating history! Always look forward to your posts, Rajesh! Have a great week!

    Sylvia

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  8. Carver00:50

    Very interesting post and shots.

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  9. Roberto Machado Alves02:08

    Very interesting photos. Internet give us the possibility of knowing many cultures. I'm a brazilian photographer and it's loveable to know your culture.

    Regards.

    Roberto

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  10. Roberto Machado Alves06:51

    Thanks for visiting my blog. I did other blog for the city, Rio de Janeiro, where I live and was born.
    http://riodejaneiropictures.blogspot.com

    Regards

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  11. Anonymous06:57

    Fascinating glimpse into history and another culture. I learn so much about your world from your blog - thanks for sharing.

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  12. SandyCarlson07:24

    How things change! What a neat post. Thanks.

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  13. Regina07:28

    Exquisite architecture.

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  14. This Is My Blog - fishing guy08:56

    Rajesh: That is an interesting story from a neat place in your world.

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  15. LadyFi09:19

    Fascinating history of a magnificent place!

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  16. Joe Todd18:16

    You always have such interesting photos and stories

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  17. joshi daniel18:50

    very informative!

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  18. Inday18:59

    Somethings happen for a reason indeed!

    Great architecture. You're one gifted people on earth Mate!

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  19. Jeevan19:14

    Interesting account behind the temple! well captured.

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  20. Bhushavali22:48

    Our Indian lores and legends are so awesome!!! This one is no exception!!!

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  21. George02:56

    Thanks for sharing this interesting legend about the palace becoming a temple. The building is very impressive.

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  22. Glennis07:40

    Another very impressive Temple with great history.

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  23. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪11:05

    Do you know how many of these magnificent buildings are, and how much to up keep them?

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  24. Eden17:10

    What a great temple! Very nice architecture.

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  25. Tammie Lee20:19

    the light shows a warm day, lovely.

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  26. Lowell23:28

    Beautiful. Love the story of the immoveable idol!

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  27. Unknown02:21

    The entrance looks amazing! The man in the middle is he a Sadhu?

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  28. myonlyphoto08:01

    Thanks for sharing your story!
    Anna :)

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  29. Rajesh12:43

    Hobo, Rakesh, Indrani, Phivos, Mama, Thomas, Sylvia, Carver, Sandy, Regina, Fishing Guy, LadyFi: Thanks for the appreciation.

    Sudhir: Thanks, I think I had taken this image in the morning around 10:00 a.m.

    Deepak, Joe, Joshi, Bonnie, Jeevan, Bhushavali, George, Glennis, Eden, Lee, Jacob, JM, Anna: Thanks for the appreciation.

    Roberto, Wren: Thanks. Yes internet does help to understand different cultures.

    Ann: Thanks, I am not aware how many of these beautiful structures across the country. But I assure you they are in plenty.

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  30. EG CameraGirl03:56

    Fascinating story!

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  31. Arija04:28

    I delight in buildings with an interesting history and what a difference a day makes.Great stark shadows and light play in that strong light.

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  32. Sallie (FullTime-Life)07:23

    Beautiful and as always I love the little history lessons. The shadows on the plaza look like lace.

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  33. A Wild Thing09:35

    I can only dream of living near such ancient relics and with so much historical relevancy to their structures.

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  34. Sarah15:45

    What a beautiful building and interestign tale too!

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  35. just jody00:25

    amazing architecture...thanks for sharing the history.

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  36. Patti07:30

    Such beautiful architecture.

    Thanks for sharing the legend associated with the palace.

    And thanks for stopping by, Rajesh!

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  37. lina@home sweet home10:16

    Great historical place...

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  38. MaR11:20

    Beautiful architecture and interesting post!!


    My Monday

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  39. RNSANE12:49

    This is a beautiful temple, befitting Rama. I am sure the Queen was able to find another place to live, Rajesh.

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  40. Marites13:10

    A palace turned into a temple? Amazing! its interiors must be really beautiful judging from its beautiful architecture outside.

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  41. Tussy15:12

    Generally in Thailand temple and palace are in same place, very similar idea.

    Beautiful work.

    My Bangkok Through My Eyes

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  42. Kim, USA21:22

    It's beautiful, temples always mesmerize me and stir my interest. Happy Monday!

    Turtles and frogs

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  43. Joanne Olivieri21:37

    A beautiful temple with wonderful architecture. Well captured.

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  44. Dani22:59

    interesting post and nice shot

    Have a nice Monday!

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  45. Liz23:36

    Beautiful capture of the temple.

    Happy MYM.

    Liz @ MLC

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  46. Life Moto00:22

    thank you for sharing this nice story.

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  47. Linda Bob Grifins Korbetis Hall08:29

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    pick 2 to 5 to accept...
    love your posts.

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  48. Rajesh10:14

    EG Wow, Arija, Sallie, Repose, Srah, Jody, Patti, Lina, Mar, RNSANE, Marites, CafebyJW, Kim, Poetic, Dani, Liz, Life, Jingle: Thanks for the appreciation.

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  49. Mohan06:31

    Isnsn't that pic a bit over exposed with white?

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  50. Nalini Hebbar07:30

    The story behind the photo...Loved it!

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  51. Dr. Pratibha Singh10:51

    great informative post.

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  52. flawsophy13:10

    wow .. how come you get to travel so much .. once again ... gr8 work ....

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  53. lakshmi rajan19:50

    Interesting temple origin story!

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  54. arpana21:58

    Nice story with complementary pic!

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  55. pramod17:36

    nice one,

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  56. Shrinidhi Hande20:36

    have u been to any places in Khandwa district in MP?

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  57. Rajesh12:43

    flasophy: Thanks, I love travelling. After the back problem, I have not traveled not much in recent days.

    Nalini, Pratibha, Lakshmi, Arpana, Pramod: Thanks for the appreciation.

    Mohan: Thanks. Yes, you are very right.

    Shrinidhi: No, I have not been to any of the places in Khandwa district.

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  58. S.. Diva23:52

    read about Orchha for the first time in Chai Chai. Guess its totally worth planning a visit myself

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  59. Rajesh00:24

    Thanks, it is a nice place. Definitely worth a visit.

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  60. rahul tiwari10:34

    i like a orcha visit to much and i not explain it.

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