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Bundelkhand Circuit
The romance and magic of Bundelkhand are still alive today.
Rugged palaces and forts, tough, valiant and courageous people make a visit to this land a magical experience.
Tales of chivalry and valour bear a silent testimony to the splendor of an era long gone by.
Bithoor
A small temple town on the outskirts of Kanpur, on the bank of the holy Ganga. Take a quick trip around Valmiki Ashram, Brahmavart Ghat, Dhruv Teela and Nana Saheb’s palace. It offers a grand view of the vast expanse of the Ganga on sunrise and sunset.
Chitrakoot
It is famed in Hindu mythology and the epic Ramayana as the place where Lord Ram and Sita spent many years of their exile. This holy town along the Mandakini river is spread over U.P. and Madhya Pradesh. Visitors say that they could feel the tranquility and peace of mind as soon as they reach Chitrakoot. Hanuman Dhara, Kamad Giri, Sphatik Shila and Ram Ghat are some of the must-see places here.
Jhansi
Jhansi is the gateway to the legendary Bundelkhand region known for tales of valour and courage. It is linked with the legend of Rani Laxmibai who at the age of 22 had led freedom fighters against the British. A picturesque town overseen by the majestic Jhansi Fort, it also has several temples and lakes.
Kalinjar
About 280 km from Jhansi, close to Banda, the ancient Fort of Kalinjar had strategic importance during medieval times.
The Kalinjar Fort, situated at a height of 700 ft, is a veritable historical treasure house. The picturesque Vindhya ranges give it a charm which will linger in your memory for a long time. The Neelkanth Temple, legend says, is built at the spot where Lord Shiva, after consuming poison that emerged from the churning of ocean, came to rest for some time.
Mahoba
It is small town known for its myriad lakes and temples situated on hills and valleys. The impregnable hilltop fort and the man-made lakes built by Chandela kings are engineering feats. Ballads praise its days of glory and narrate the inspiring saga of Alha and Udal, the two legendary warrior brother to sacrifice their lives for the honour of their land. The Sun Temple at Rahila is a unique 9th century granite structure. Its basic architectural plan is similar to temples found in Khajuraho.
