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Jhansi is the gateway to Bundelkhand a region rich in culture and heritage. Located centrally between the central, western and southern India the place used to be a stronghold of the Chandela kings. After losing its significance in the 12th century the kingdom in Jhansi rose again to prominence in the 17th century. However, its greatest claim to fame was under the rule of the legendary queen Rani Laxmi Bai. Rani Laxmi Bai along with Ghulam Gaus Khan, Jhalkari Bai and others led forces against the British rule during the revolt of 1857. She bravely died at the age of 22 years while fighting for India’s freedom. Later, Chandra Shekhar Azad, Pandit Parmanand, Bhagwandas Mahaur and others lead the freedom movement from here.
History
Jhansi was built as a hilltop fortress of the Maratha kings, built above a town then known as Shankargarh. It may have gotten its name from jhain-si (blurred shadow) for its appearance from a distance. The massive fort still stands, but today "Jhansi" refers both to the city of around 8 million people at its base and to the surrounding region.
Far Jhansi's best-known inhabitant was Rani Lakshmi Bai, sometimes described as "India's Joan of Arc", who ruled it in the mid-19th century. She was the widow of the Rajah and, by Indian reckoning, on the old boy's demise their son inherited the throne and she became regent since the lad was quite young. However, the British authorities did not recognise the son's claim because he was adopted; by their rules the throne was vacant so the territory oh-so-conveniently fell to the East India Company.
Whatever the British thought, in practice Lakshmi Bai ruled the city. She resisted their disinheriting of her son in a variety of ways, including through the courts and by direct appeals to both the Viceroy and Queen Victoria, but without success. Then in 1857, during the mutiny of Britain's Indian troops, she went to war and had considerable success before finally being defeated; she was killed in a cavalry skirmish while fleeing her fallen city.
Tourist Places In And Around Jhansi
Most of the attractions found in Jhansi are historical in nature. The main draw is the magnificent Fort of Jhansi which was the venue of the battle between Rani Laxmibai and the British forces. You can also visit Parichha which is a scenic dam, and also a name of a colony in the district which is famous for its temple, mosque and a Buddhist monastery.
A trip to Jhansi Museum presents you an insight into the region’s glorious past. As the name suggests, Rani Mahal was the palace of rani Laxmibai, and it is here that several personalities associated with Indian freedom movement would meet with the queen. Also, see the Barua Sagar Lake situated on the banks of the Betwa river. Located nearby is Chirgoan which was the Birthplace of the famous poet, Maithili Sharan Gupta.
Orchha is famous for its fort while St. Jude’s Shrine, situated on Civil Lines in Jhansi, is also a popular tourist destination for the Catholic Christians. While in Jhansi you can also visit other attractions including Maharaja Gangadhar Rao ki Chhatri, Ganesh Mandir and Maha Lakshmi Temple. The recently introduced Jhansi Mahotsav gives you the opportunity to enjoy the arts and crafts of the region.
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