Jhansi Fort : झांसी का किला

 

Jhansi Fort, Bundelkhand

Jhansi Fort of Rani Laxmi Bai

"में अपनी झाँसी नहीं दूँगी !"

Near Lakshmi Bai Park,
Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh India 284001

Phone: +91-510 2471475
Visitor Timings: 7AM-6PM 

Jhansi is the gateway to the legendary Bundelkhand region known for valour and courage. It was a stronghold for Chandela kings but lost its glory after the downfall of the dynasty in 12th century,it rose to prominence again in the 17th century under Raja Bir Singh Judeo of Orchha.

greatest claim to fame is its fiery queen Rani Laxmibai, who led forces against the British in 1857, sacrificing her life to the cause of Indian independence when she was only about 22 years old. She was an example of leadership and courage. She also raised an army of about 1000 women who were trained in horse riding and using arms and ammunition

- via UP Tourism

 

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Travel Help:

  • UP Government Tourist Office, Hotel Veerangana, Phone: 0510-2442402
  • Tourist Information Centre, Jhansi Railway Station, Phone: 0510-2441267
  • MP Tourist Information Centre, Railway Station, Phone: 0510-2442622