Posts Tagged ‘Bhatat Dekho’

Rani Mahal

This 18th century structure was once the palace of Rani Lakshmi Bai. Refurbished as a museum, it contains hundreds of sculptures dating back to the 9th and12th century. The Rani Mahal is basically a double storied structure with flat roofs, arched chambers and open courtyards. The second floor has a huge Durbar Hall that features [...]

About Jhansi Fort

A major stronghold during the Sepoy mutiny of 1857, this majestic fort was built by Raja Bir Singh Ji Deo, in 1613. The fort was transferred to the maharaja of Scindia in 1858, but later exchanged for Gwalior in 1866. Being located on a rocky hill, it offers wonderful views of the city. This huge [...]

Jhansi Museum

The city is known for its resistance against the British in 1857. In fact, wherever you go in the city, you will find some or other place or monument that reminds of the bloodbath of 1857. Jhansi Fort that is situated a kilometer off to the town was the seat of the siege that followed [...]