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Temple Tour With Khajuraho

Temple Tour With Khajuraho

Tour Plan day by day

 

Day 1 Arrival  at  Gwalior  +  Gwalior City Tour

 

Arrival & Transfer to Gwalior Hotel  and Afternoon sightseeing tour of the historic Gwalior fort. This fort was built in 8th century CE by Raja Maan Singh Tomar. Important buildings housed inside are Gurjari Mahal and Man mandir. This fort is built on a steep hill called Gopachal .Gurjari mahal was built by Raja Man Singh for his gurjari wife called Mrignayani. This palace has been changed into a museum and it contains artifacts of Jain and Hindu religion. Man Mandir was also built by Raja Man Singh and has beautiful art work on its walls. Other noteworthy structures are Hathipol,Teli ka mandir,Sas bahu ka mandir,Garuda monument,Karan mahal,Vikram mahal and a magnificent Sikh temple built in memory of sixth Sikh guru Sri Guru Hargobind sahib. overnight at Hotel

Day 2  Gwalior To Khajuraho  Via   Jhansi Fort & Orchha

 

Today  Transfer to Jhansi Fort -:The construction of the fort is ascribed to the Bundela Rajput chief and the ruler of the kingdom of Orchha Veer Singh ju Deo Bundela in 1613.It was one of the strongholds of the Bundelas. Jhansi Fort had a Nominal face value before 1857.The fort standing in the hilly area shows the north Indian style of fort construction, where most of the forts were built upon rocks,as Their primary defence.There are 10 gates giving access to the fort. Some of these are Khanderao Gate, Datia Darwaza, Unnao Gate, Jharna Gate, Laxmi Gate, Sagar Gate, Orchha Gate, Sainyar Gate and Chand Gate. Notable sights in the fort are the Shiva temple, Ganesh temple at the entrance, and the Kadak Bijli cannon used in the uprising of 1857. The memorial board reminds one of the hair-raising feat of the Rani Lakshmibai in jumping on horseback from the fort.

Enroute Orchha Sightseeing

 

Another historical city  is Orchha. It is famous for ancient architectural monuments, historical palaces and beautiful temples. Orchha Fort Complex is a must visit here; it comprises of the Jehangir Mahal, Raja Mahal, Ram Raja Temple, Rai Praveen Mahal, Laxminayaran Temple and Phool Bagh, which are well-known for their rich history. You can also pay a visit to the Chaturbhuj Temple and the Chhatris of Orchha, which are Cenotaphs situated on the banks of river Betwa. Those who love wildlife and boating, will really enjoy their time at the Orchha Nature Reserve etc

 

Day 3  Khajuraho Temple Tour

After breakfast visit for western group of temple and eastern group of temple.

Western Group of Temple: On the main road, beside the path leading to the Matangeshwar Temple is the A.S.I counter where you must purchase a ticket to visit the western group of temples in this complex and the museum on the opposite side. A boundary wall surrounds and protects the temples within this large rectangular complex and there is only one entry point. Here at the Western Group you will see some of the most sensational temples in the world.

Eastern Group of Temple: A kilometer towards the east from the western group of Temples is the khajur sagar and the old village of Khajuraho. On one of the paths to the village is a modern whitewashed structure with a large orange – red statue within. The statue is still worshipped but is one of the oldest images to be found in khajuraho.The images is of hanuman, the monkey king who assisted Ram (of the Ramayana) through his travails in exile. The rest of the evening is at leisure to explore the local shops and market, Night stay at Hotel.

 Day 4:  Khajuraho – Sanchi 

This morning you will Transfer To Sanchi  ^ afternoon visit  Sanchi Stupas. It is unique for having the most perfect and well-preserved Buddhist stupas. The remains of Buddhist saints Sariputra and Mahamodgilya are also preserved here. overnight at Sanchi

Day 5  Sanchi To Ujjain

Today transfer To Ujjain  & Afternoon  Mahakal  Temple Darshan  & Visit  Shri Mahakal Lok Corridor

 

Mahakal Lok: Two grand gateways, a majestic colonnade of 108 ornate pillars made of intricately carved sandstones, gushing fountains and a running panel of over 50 murals depicting stories from Shiv Puran are among the major highlights of the soon-to-open ‘Mahakal Lok’ in Ujjain. Another holy city in India where the most famous Kumbh Mela is organized in every 12 years, Ujjain is flocked by tourists and devotees every years in huge numbers. One of the main attractions here is the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga that is named amongst the 12 major jyotirlingas in India Overnight at Hotel

 

Day 6 Ujjain  To Omklaeshwer via Maheshwer

After breakfast check out from Mandu hotel and drive to Maheshwar. sightseeing tour of Maheshwar and visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Narmada Ghat, Akhileshwar Temple, Ahilya Fort and Rajwada. After visiting temples and fort, enjoy boat ride on the banks of Narmada River. stay at Omkareshwar   hotel. 

 

Day  7 Omkareshwar  To Indore Drop

 

Tomarning  visit Omkareshwar Omkareshwar is a sacred place of Hindu temples and home to the famous Jyotirlinga. It is known for its natural beauty, pilgrim centers and architectural wonder. After check-in formalities you will visit Omkareshwar Temple, Siddhanath Temple, Zero Point, 24 Avatars group of Temples, and Gauri Siddhanath Temple