Jhansi Fort
About
The
historic fort at Jhansi, popularly known as 'Rani Jhansi ka Quila', has
turned 400 years old in the year 2013. It has been a mute spectator to
the turns of events in the Indian history and withstood heavy
bombardment of British forces during the First War Of
Independence.Jhansi Fort was built by Bir Singh Ju Deo, the Raja of
Orchha, in 1613. It is situated on a rocky hill called Bangra in the
town of Balwantnagar, known today as Jhansi. The fort has ten gates
including the Khandero Gate, Datia Darwaza, Unnao Gate, Jharna Gate,
Laxmi Gate, Sagar Gate, Orcha Gate, Sainyar Gate, and Chand Gate. Spread
across 49 acres, the fort stands in the heart of the city and is
reflects the architecture of Bundelas and Marathas. The fort withstood
the heavy attack of British forces led by Hugh Rose on Rani Laxmi Bai.
The fort has a fine collection of
sculptures which provide an excellent insight into the eventful history
of Bundelkhand. Among places of interest within the main fort area are
the Karak Bijli Toup (Tank), Rani Jhansi Garden, Shiv temple and a Mazar
of Ghulam Gaus Khan, Moti Bai and Khuda Baksh..
- Hill Station: False
- Religus: False
- Honeymoon: False
- SeeBeach: False
Rani Mahal
About
Rani Mahal or otherwise known as the Queen's Palace was built by Raghunath II of Newalkar family in the year 1796. The situation of Rani Mahal is absolutely apt, as it is situated in the heart of the city. The Rani Mahal is fully decorated with beautiful paintings and other things and now this Mahal has been converted into a museum and attract number of tourists every year.
- Hill Station: False
- Religus: False
- Honeymoon: False
- SeeBeach:
False
Mahalaxmi Temple
About
This temple is quite famous and is visited by many devotees every year. This temple is mainly devoted to Goddess Mahalaxmi. Special puja takes place during Diwali, and this is the peak time when devotees visit this temple.
- Hill Station: False
- Religus: True
- Honeymoon: False
- SeeBeach: False
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