Lalitpur is a very famous district of Uttar Pradesh. Many years ago Lalitpur district was a part of Jhansi, but in the seventeenth century, this district was established by Bundel Rajput. Betwa, Dhasan, and Jamni rivers flow in Lalitpur. This district of UP has a very deep history within itself. The most famous places here are Devgarh, Neelkantheshwar Trimurti, Ranchhorji, Matatila Dam Mahavir Swami Sanctuary, etc. Let us tell you about this district.
Govind Sagar Dam Lalitpur
Govind Sagar Dam is a major tourist destination of Lalitpur. Govind Sagar Dam is a very large reservoir. A Siphon system has been used in this reservoir. By coming here you can see the beautiful view of the dam. This dam is spread over a very large area. This dam is located near Lalitpur city. You can come here to visit by car and bike. The view of the dam looks very spectacular during the rainy season because a lot of water flows from the dam during the rainy season. You can have a great time here. It is very nice to come here in the evening and watch the sunset. This dam is built on the Shahzad River.
Dashavatar Temple
Dashavatar Temple is the oldest known temple of Northern India and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is believed that it was built during the Gupta period. This temple is now on the verge of ruin, but here you can see the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu and not only this, on the door of the temple, you have carvings of Ganga and Yamuna goddesses and carvings on the strip of Vaishnav mythology. The idol of Lord Vishnu in the temple is in the form of Nar Narayan Tapasya and the second idol is in which he is lying on a snake. This temple attracts a large number of Hindu devotees throughout the year, especially during festivals. This is the first temple located in Northern India that has the facility of Shikara, whereas now a lot of things are becoming extinct.
Shri Narasimha Bhagwan Temple, Lalitpur
Shri Narasimha Bhagwan Temple is a famous temple of Lalitpur. This temple is built on the banks of Sumera Pond. This temple is located in the middle of Lalitpur city. You can come here to visit. You will feel very good and get peace by coming here. From here you get to see the view of Sumera Pond, which looks very beautiful.
Devgarh
Devgarh, located at a distance of 33 kilometers from Lalitpur, is known as a historical place. This place is situated on the banks of the Betwa River. Many historical monuments and forts of the dynasty of Gupta, Gurjar Pratihara, Gond, Mughal, Bundal, and Marathas are still present in this place. Apart from this, many Hindu and Jain temples are also located here. Dashavatara Temple located in Devgarh is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The architecture of this temple is very beautiful. Earlier this temple was known as Panchayatna Temple of North India.
Devgarh Fort
There are 31 Jain temples within this fort. The most beautiful temple among these temples is the temple of Jain Tirthankar Shantinath. The decorations of these temples were done by the Chandela kings and they look very beautiful. Apart from this, there are also pictures of the famous epic Mahabharata and Ramayana on the walls of the temple. The best time to visit here is from September to May.
Shri Siddha Peeth Chandi Mandir Dham Lalitpur
Shri Siddha Peeth Chandi Mandir Dham is a major religious place in Lalitpur city. This temple is dedicated to Chandi Mata. A very beautiful idol of Mata is seen in the temple. This temple is located near the railway station in Lalitpur city. You can come and visit here.
Mahavir Swami Sanctuary, Lalitpur
Mahavir Swami Sanctuary is a major tourist destination of Lalitpur. Here you get to see many wild animals. Here you get to see Nilgai, wild boar, wild deer, bear, jackal, monkey, langur. If you want to stay here, then its facility is also available. There is a rest house of the forest department here, where you can stay. This sanctuary comes under the Lalitpur range. There are high hills here and a beautiful view of the Betwa river is available to see. Here you can also see ancient caves. This place is very beautiful. You will feel very good coming here. This is a picnic spot in Lalitpur district.
Dudhai Temple Group, Lalitpur
Dudhai Temple Group is an ancient temple group located in Lalitpur. This temple group is located in a village named Dudhai in Lalitpur district. Here you get to see many temples. Some temples here are in ruins and some temples are in good condition. Here you get to see the temple of Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma ji. Along with this, the Jain temple group is also available to see here. Here you can also see Chausath Yogini Temple and Kali Temple. This temple is completely made of stones. Very beautiful carvings have been done in the temple. The ceiling and walls of the temple are very beautiful. You can come here to visit by bike. This place is located inside the forest at a short distance from Dudhai village. The Dudhai temple group was built by Chandela kings. These temples were built between 9th to 11th century. You can come here to visit.
Pandav Kaalin Mandir, Lalitpur
Pandav Kaalin Mandir is an ancient temple of Lalitpur. This temple is built on the banks of the Jamuna River inside the dense forest. This temple is very beautiful. The natural environment is seen all around. To come here, one has to come from Parol village. You have to come here by trekking on foot because the path is through the forest and is rough. It feels very good to come here. Here you get to see Lord Shiva. Here you get to see Shri Radhe Krishna. You can come here and have a good time. This place is close to nature, so you will also like it very much.
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