Jhansi General Information

Jhansi, the gateway to Bundelkand, was a stronghold of the Chandela kings but lost its importance after the eclipse of the dynasty in the 11th century. It rose to prominence again in the 17th century under Raja Bir Singh Deo who was a close associate of Mughal Emperor Jahangir. However its great claim to fame is its fiery queen Rani Laxmibai who led forces against the British in  1857 A.D. sacrificing her life to the cause of Indian independence.

 

Sightseeing

Once used by the Indian army, the fort was bulit in 1613 by Maharaja Bir Singh Deo of Orchha. The British ceded the fort to the maharaja of Scindia in 1858, but later exchanged it for Gwalior in 1866. The excellent views from the ramparts. Watch out for the band of aggressive monkeys by the temples here. Just below the walls as you approach the fort is a bizarre blood-and-guts diorama of the battle in which the rani of Jhansi died.

On the road leading up to the fort is the large but the largely empty government museum. Its four galleries house an interesting collection of prehistoric tools; terracottas dating from the 4th century BC; and sculptures, costumes, and weapons from the Chandela dynasty.

Other places of interest are Laxmi Tal, Gangadhar Rao ki Chhatri and Sri Kali Temple.

The former palace of Rani Lakshmibai, consisting of arched chambers around an open courtyard, was built in the 18th century. In a famous incident at the palace, British troops stormed the building through a rear stable and masacred 50 of the rani's bodyguards. The palace is now a museum containing hundreds of 9th to 12th century sculptures. The durbar hall on the 2nd floor features an original painted wood-panelled ceiling.

Excursions

It is 24km away from Jhansi, here the Marathas had fought the Bundelas in 1744AD. 

It has a fort covering an area of 5 acres built on a hillock and surrounded by three massive stone walls.

It is 66km away from Jhansi. Formerly called Samshergarh, it was an independent principally under the great Gujar warriors of the 17th and 18th centuries.

Hotel Accommodation

This is near to the railway station . It's dilapidated but welcoming ,and the rooms are reasonable  with bath-room, air-con and TV.

This hotel is tourism department It has dorm beds with air-con. Though a bit run-down, it's a large place and has good restaurant. 

This is pretty good value hotel. The main thing about this hotel is that the 24hour's checkout.

It is the place to head  if you like your creature comforts. Rooms in this clean and well maintained three star all have carpet, TV, phone, air cooler.

It is  modern place with air cooler rooms. The hotel features '24 hours lighting services and Posh location.

It is located at Shastri Marg, cantonment 25 rooms, multicuisine, downtown 3 kms.

Place to Eat

The restaurant deservedly popular among the people moreover recommended for its food. It is near to hotel Jhansi.

This restaurant runs a creditable second and there are number of good ice-cream palours here too.

This refreshment room is not just for refreshment but it have an excellent value moreover, it is at railway station.

Travel Information

Nearest airport is Gwalior Airport – 98 km.

Jhansi, on National Highway No. 25 and 26, is linked by a good network of roads. Some major road distances are:

Jhansi is well connected by an excellent railway network. There are direct trains from Jhansi to Banglore, Lucknow, Chennai, Pune and Varnasi.