5 Things To Do in Orchha

Orchha is a beautiful town nestled across the Betwa River in the Niwari District of Madhya Pradesh. This town is extremely famous for its picturesque views, historical Bundela Architectures & hospitable hotels. There are some exciting things to do in Orchha MP 2021 during Monsoon that any travel enthusiast or monsoon lover mustn’t miss. I have collated a list of 5 popular things to do in Orchha during, rainy seasons that will fill your travel plans with immensely beautiful destinations of Orchha that become more breathtaking as the showers hit the arid grounds of MP. Choose your favorites from the given below list & Thank me later!

# Orchha Wildlife Sanctuary Exhibit

Orchha wildlife sanctuary was established in 1994, & spreads around 45 square kilometers in area. This sanctuary is the treasure of wildlife in entire Madhya Pradesh. Approximately there are 200 bird species including black swan, white swan, peafowl, jungle bush quail, storks, owls, kingfishers, and collared scop owls at this wildlife sanctuary. It is amongst the famous things to do in Orchha during, monsoon. As the rain transforms this dry region into a lush paradise blooming with flora and gushing water of Betwa river. It is a perfect treat for nature lovers and photographers. The best time to visit the Sanctuary is between November-June. But, make sure you reach the sanctuary before heavy monsoon as it shuts down when the rainfall is heavier due to security reasons.

# Roof-View of Chaturbhuj Temple

Chaturbhuj Temple is one of the renowned architectures of Orchha that stands on a huge, stone platform. The rooftop of Chaturbhuj Temple offers a breathtaking view of the entire town covered in green-sheet of fresh vegetation during the monsoon. It is surely one of the must-do things in Orchha, for Monsoon that you shouldn’t miss. This temple was built by Raja Madhukar between 1558 and 1573. Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu but various legends say that initially the temple was constructed for the idol of Lord Rama. Raja’s wife- Maharani Ganesh Kunwar, then rejected to move to the temple. Hence the idol was replaced with Lord Vishnu’s idol, due to which the temple is also named Chaturbhuj(meaning one with 4 arms or religious synonym for Lord Vishnu).

# River Rafting in Betwa River

River Betwa’s currents offer an adventurous trail before eloping into the Yamuna during the rainy season in Orchha. Rafting over the gushing waters of the Betwa river is the top thing to do in Orchha during, Monsoon. It is full of adventure, thrill & slight danger, suits perfectly for all hard-core travel enthusiasts. The river flows along the mesmerizing Chhatris of the Bundela rulers, which can be a quick tour for your Orchha exploration as well. The cost per person for river rafting in Betwa ranges from INR 800-2000 varying according to the course you choose.

# Stroll Around the Adorable Phool Bagh

Phool Bagh is the perfect example of the immense artistic demands of the Bundelas of Madhya Pradesh. It is a garden that is ornately designed with beautiful fountains in the pavilion with eight pillars known as ‘Bagdir Sawan Bhadon towers’ which were mainly built to provide a cooling effect to the place. A large bowl called ‘Chandan Katora’ is also immaculately built to collects the water and supply it to the roof, making it appear as rainfall. Such an amazing place lights up in the rainy season with blooming fresh flora all around. This is one of the popular things to do in Orchha during the Rains. It is a memorial for Prince Dinman Hardaul. Now it serves as an ideal retreat for the harsh summers or soothing rainy season of Orchha. It is open for a stroll from 8 AM to 8 PM.

# The Fort of Orchha & Lighting Show

Fort of Orchha is a famous building, known for its exotic Bundela makeover from the 15th Century. Monsoon offers a marvelous ambiance to this entire architecture. Walking over its stairs and wandering around its breath-taking grand courtyards drenched in the season’s freshness is an ethereal experience. You will be amazed to know that a beautiful mix of music and laser lights is also organized at this destination recalling the history of the Bundela dynasty. It is one of the top exciting things to do in Orchha MP during, monsoon. It costs around 100 INR to attend the light and sound show for Indians and 250 INR for foreigners. You can also catch up, the March- November show, done in English at 7:30 PM and in Hindi at 8:45 PM.