Fort of Jhansi :
The fort of Jhansi was built in 1613, by Raja Bir Singh Judao 1606-27 of Orchha. This fort is built on a rocky hill and the city of Jhansi is around this fort. During the earlier days, Wall of the fort was all around Jhansi city. This Wall has ten gates. Some of these gates are still existing and some vanished with time. But Places around these gates are still identified with name of gates. Some of the gates are Khandero Gate, Datia darwaza, Unnao gate, Jharna Gate, Laxmi Gate, Sagar Gate, Orchha Gate, Sainyar Gate and Chand gate.Timings: dawn to dusk daily. Entry fee: Re 5.00
Rani Mahal :
Rani Mahal or Queen's Palace was built by Raghunath II of Newalkar family 1769-96. Su-Tu 10AM-5PM. It is located in heart of city near to Jhansi fort. Rani mahal is decorated with multicolored paintings and art forms. At present Rani mahal is converted to museum with artefacts from 9th and 12th century AD. Best way to reach Rani Mahal is to take an Auto from Elite crossing to City.Government Museum :
Su-Tu 10:30AM-4:30PM. The Government Museum is situated in a very picturesque location in the heart of the city. The surrounding area has some beautiful parks. At one side, is Deen Dayal Sabhagarcity auditorium. Nearby you can see Vrindavan Lal Verma park, Open-air theatre, Rani Lakshmi Bai Park and ofcourse, a magnificent view of Jhansi fort. There is 1857 Mutiny Memorial on the way to the fort. It is a small park where 1857 mutiny has been depicted with statues that are made by metal scrap! The museum has a rich collection of sculptures, paintings, documents, etc. from different eras. A must see attraction during your visit to Jhansi, it will acquaint you with the history of the region.St Jude's Shrine :
This shrine of great imortance among Catholic Christians. St. Jude's bone is buried in the foundation of the cathedral. Devotees come from as far as Goa, on the St Jude's feast day on October 28, every year. Feast day is marked by a week long fair and a procession on the last day of the fair. This fair attracts people of all the faiths and religions.Orchha :
is a town in Madhya Pradesh, it is 14 km/30 min from Jhansi city. Situated next to bank of river Betwa this town can be called a photographer's delight. It is full of Architectural ruins, a village and a small market. Places to see here are fort, Jehangir Mahal, Sheesh Mahal. A good place for stay and food is Orchha Resort (http://www.orchharesort.com) and Sheesh Mahal.Chirgaon :
Chirgaon is 30 km from Jhansi, It is situated on the banks of Betwa river. It is situated on National Highway 25. It is Famous for National Poet Maithili Sharan Gupt Who was from Chirgaon. Hindi authors generally describe this Triveni of poets from Chirgaon by comparing them with Triveni of Ganges.Barua sagar :
Baruasagar is around 24 km from Jhansi, It is a small town situated on the bank of Betwa river.Its has a large lake which is called Barua sagar tal. Places to see here are fort,Jarai-ka-Math, lake.It lies on Jhansi-Varanasi route and all the buses that oes to Khajuraho passes through this town.Deogarh :
Deogarh is 123 km from Jhansi, It is situated on the banks of Betwa river and is surrounded by thick forest.Gwalior
100 Km, 1-1.5 hrs by train, 1.5-2 hrs by car, 3 hrs by busA major city between Jhansi and Agra. Among tourist attractions are- Rani Lakshmi Bai's memorial, Jayavilas palace and museumhas a rich collection of artefacts from Scindhia clan, fort, Tansen's tomb, Phoolbagh, etc.Khajuraho
175 Km, 5-6 hrs by roadThis is a temple city famous for its Chandela period temples with erotic human figures on the walls of temples. This small town has five star accommodation facilities along with standard and ordinary hotels. It is connected by air with Delhi, Agra and VaranasiBanaras.Nag Mandir :
This temple is situated in Jhansi cantonment. The beauty of this place is to visit it during sunrise. The spectacular view includes beautiful tree groves and beautiful aura of Jhansi. It shows the beauty is to be searched out in every thing.