The Rock-cut Jain monuments of Gwalior – Gopachal Parvat (SE Group)
Gopachal Parvat, one of the five groups of rock-cut Jain monuments carved into the side of Gwalior Hill, Madhya Pradesh, India.
The Rock-cut Jain Monuments of Gwalior – Introduction
Introduction to the five groups of rock-cut Jain monuments carved into the side of Gwalior Hill, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Gohar Mahal
Situated close to the banks of the Upper Lake, the Gohar Mahal (or Gauhar Mahal) is Bhopal’s earliest surviving city palace. Prior to my visit I had heard that there were plans to turn this heritage building in to museum and center for handicrafts, but in Feb 2018 […]
Best Location for a Stunning Orchha Sunset
The best location for a stunning Orchha sunset.
Sonagiri
Sonagiri is a Jain pilgrimage site with 77 temples, 10km north-west of Datia. Combined with Datia Palace and Karan Sagar Chhatris it makes for a great day excursion from Orchha.
Datia – Karan Sagar Chhatris
The chhatris are located just 10 minutes drive north-east from the center of Datia, by the shores of Karan Sagar lake. Here the royal families of Datia built wonderfully decorated cenotaphs to commemorate their dead.
Datia Palace
Datia, 40km north of Orchha on the road between Gwalior and Jhansi, is home to one of India’s most imposing 17th century residences.
Guide to Khajuraho
Introduction and guide to Khajuraho, with temple history, photos and location maps. One of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in India.
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