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Hotels(20)|Ratings(24)|Reviews(24) Last rated May 10th 2013
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Jhansi is a historical city located in the Jhansi district of Bundelkhand region, in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Situated between the rivers Betwa and Pahunj, on the rocky plateau of central India, Jhansi is regarded as the gateway to Bundelkhand.
Jhansi, lying at an average altitude of 284 meters above sea level, is situated between the borders of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Jhansi was known as ‘Balwant Nagar’ during its earlier days. Jhansi was the seat of the Chandela Dynasty and rose to prominence under their rule.
By the 12th century, Jhansi lost its glory but regained its splendour during the 17th century under the rule of Raja Bir Singh Deo of Orchha. The region got its name from the fort built by Raja Bir Singh Deo, in 1613.
According to legend, the Bundela ruler could see only a shadow (jhain-si) of this fort on a distant hill and thus the fort and the region came to be known as Jhansi. The city of Jhansi maintained good relations with the Mughal Emperor Jahangir during the rule of Raja Bir Singh Deo.
Later, Jhansi came under the rule of Maharaja Chattrasal Bundela of Panna, who gifted it to Peshwa Baji Rao (I) in 1729. In 1817, the Peshwa signed a treaty with the British East India Company, as per which the British gained all rights in the Bundelkhand region.
In 1838, Gangadhar Rao, became the Raja of Jhansi. In 1853, he died childless and Rani Lakshmi Bai (famous as Jhansi ki Rani) was denied the right of adoption by the British and Jhansi was annexed to the British Empire. Rani Lakshmi Bai protested against annexation and led forces against the British during the freedom struggle of 1857 and was killed in a battle at Kotah-ki-Sarai in 1858. Later, Jhansi came under the direct rule of the British in 1886.
Jhansi, today, has become a popular tourist destination in India, famous for the Jhansi Fort, Jhansi Museum, Rani Mahal and Chhatri of Gangadhar Rao. Jhansi tourism also offers excursions to Deogarh, Mahoba and Khajuraho.
Jhansi, located at a distance of 100 km to the south of Gwalior and 30 km from Datia, can easily be accessed as it is well connected to the rest of the country by rail and road. The vicinity of Jhansi to Lucknow, Agra, Gwalior and Delhi makes it a popular weekend getaway destination. September to February is the best time to visit Jhansi.
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Jhansi offers numerous destinations for sightseeing. The most popular site is the 17th century built Jhansi Fort, which stands near the Rani Mahal – the erstwhile residence of Rani Laskhmibai. Rani Mahal has now been converted into a museum.
Tourists can also visit the two Chandela Temples devoted to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, named Ghughua Math and Jarai-Ka-Math Temple close to the fort.
People can also visit the 16th century city of Orchha, located on the shores of River Betwa, at a distance of 18 km from Jhansi. This place has many locations to see like the Chtaurbhuj Temple, Rai Praveen Mahal, Raja Ram Temple, Raj Mahal, Jehangir Mahal and Laxmi Narayan Temple.
Barua Sagar Lake, some 24 km from Jhansi, is another spot amidst natural surroundings. It was Orchha’s Raja Udit Singh who created this man - made lake, where travellers can enjoy various water-based activities. Close to the Laxmi Taal, there is the Mahalaxmi Temple. This was constructed in the 18th century and is respected as a religious and sacred centre.
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