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Lakshmi Bai Temple

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An eighteenth century temple dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi, Mahalakshmi temple is a much-revered devout centre in Jhansi. This shrine is located in Lakshmi Tal outside the Lakshmi Darwaza. Splendor in terms of architecture, this temple witness large influx of devotees especially on the auspicious occasions of Laxmi Puja and Diwali.
As per Hindu belief, Mahalakshmi is the deity of good fortune and it is believed that sincere adoration of this goddess would fetch you high rewards. Now the temple has become one of the most sought after tourist attractions in Jhansi since it has witnessed so many historical events during the reign of Rani Lakshmi Bai.

Rani Mahal

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This 18th century structure was once the palace of Rani Lakshmi Bai. Refurbished as a museum, it contains hundreds of sculptures dating back to the 9th and12th century. The Rani Mahal is basically a double storied structure with flat roofs, arched chambers and open courtyards. The second floor has a huge Durbar Hall that features an original painted wood-paneled ceiling. It has a total of six grand halls with parallel verandas. The most exciting feature of the palace lies in its multi-colored paintings on the walls and ceilings. Rani Mahal has been witness to the Great Sepoy Mutiny of 1857. It was the place where Lakshmi Bai made plans with Tantya Tope and Nana Sahib to overcome the colonial rule.

About Jhansi Fort

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A major stronghold during the Sepoy mutiny of 1857, this majestic fort was built by Raja Bir Singh Ji Deo, in 1613. The fort was transferred to the maharaja of Scindia in 1858, but later exchanged for Gwalior in 1866. Being located on a rocky hill, it offers wonderful views of the city. This huge fort, with ten gates, was built in order to act as an army stronghold and garrison but was later modified into residential quarters. The fort also has a museum, which is known for a wonderful collection of sculptures and provides an excellent insight into the lively history of Bundelkhand. A statue of the queen (Lakshmi Bai) is also installed on the way to the fort.
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Jhansi Museum

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The city is known for its resistance against the British in 1857. In fact, wherever you go in the city, you will find some or other place or monument that reminds of the bloodbath of 1857. Jhansi Fort that is situated a kilometer off to the town was the seat of the siege that followed the revolt. It was here that the 12th Native Regiment of the Royal British Armed Force stated the mutiny by ruthlessly murdering the British Resident and citizens of the Fort. Close by is Rani Mahal that was the seat of various conspiracies that were hatched by Tantya Tope ,Lakshmi Bai and Nana Sahib.
There is a separate gallery for weapons too that has impressive collections of weaponry and arsenals used by Chandela, Bundles and British during the course of history. It also contains some of the weapons used by Jhansi ki Rani and other mutineers during the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857.