Introducing Orchha
Entered by a gate crowned with a red Ganesh, Orchha’s name (Hidden Place) is singularly appropriate. Temples, palaces and chhatris fight their way out of the encroaching jungle, their spires and domes overshadowing a few ramshackle streets. At sunset, vultures peer down from the temple tops at the Hindu faithful drifting in to chant incantations to Lord Rama, who they believe lives and breathes in Ram Raja Temple.
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Last updated: Sep 18, 2008
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Re: India in April
by noestoytanperdida 21 May 2012
Annie, I recently travelled around India (6th-19th April). I travelled Delhi-Amritsar-Varanasi- Khajuraho- Orchha- Agra-Jaipur. First…
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RE: Is it safe for single girl traveling alone?
by noestoytanperdida 19 May 2012
My one piece of advice for single female travellers is never to be afraid to say no to an arrangement if you get a bad feeling about someone…
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Re: Is it safe for single girl traveling alone?
by noestoytanperdida 19 May 2012
I'm adding a few words to this debate to reassure any female solo travellers. I travelled around India as a first-timer last month and…
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