Orchha – A Hidden Wonder

Orchha Chattri

Orchha (means Hidden), a small sleepy town in Madhya Pradesh unknown for many is actually, a hidden treasure. Nestled on the banks of river Betwa, this historical town was founded in the 16th century by Rudra Pratap, the Bundela Rajput Chief. What makes this town special are the fascinating temples and palaces that make this town seem frozen in time. Orchha was once the capital of the largest and most powerful kingdoms of Central India. The monuments here still retain the grandeur of its lost era. The Mughal inspired Rajput architecture resonates in the palaces and temples here.

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When Munnar Blooms Blue

Neelakurinji When Munnar Blooms Blue Laidbacktraveller.com Laid back Traveller

The once in a blue moon phenomenon is finally here and Munnar has turned dreamy blue again. Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes Kunthiana) a flower that blooms only once in 12 years is all set to bloom this year. These purplish blue flowers cover the slopes and ravines of Munnar into a visual extravaganza. Munnar is covered in a blanket of blue.

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