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The Betwa or Betravati is a tributary of Yamuna. It is the lifeline of Orchha, flowing along the town, providing livelihood to man and animal both.

The Betwa or Betravati is a tributary of Yamuna. It is the lifeline of Orchha, flowing along the town, providing livelihood to man and animal both.
Traversing a distance of 654 km from near Bhopal (MP) till its confluence with Yamuna near Hamirpur (UP), the river is a lifeline for both the states.
Betwa is also mentioned in the Mahabharata as river Shuktimati along which the immense Chedi kingdom rests.
UP Govt. took up the Betwa multipurpose project in 1958, under which they built the Matatila dam in collaboration with the MP Govt.
Today, as a river linking project, Betwa is being merged with Ken river.

Orchha Betwa River - Rivers, Orchha

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01 Which river is Orchha known for?

The Betwa or Betravati is a tributary of Yamuna. It is the lifeline of Orchha, flowing along the town, providing livelihood to man and animal both. Traversing a distance of 654 km from near Bhopal (MP) till its confluence with Yamuna near Hamirpur (UP), the river is a lifeline for both the states.

02 Can the river be visited on a Orchha tour?

Yes. The ghats and the riverside points are part of the sightseeing circuit on our Orchha itineraries.

03 How many days are enough for Orchha?

Two nights cover the main sights at a comfortable pace. Add a night if you want the surrounding excursions as well.

04 How do I book a Orchha trip?

Send your dates and the number of travellers on WhatsApp or through the enquiry form. We reply with an itinerary and a quotation, usually within two hours.

05 Is this covered on a Orchha tour?

Yes. It sits on the regular Orchha sightseeing circuit, and our drivers know the best time of day to visit.

06 Can the itinerary be customised?

Yes. The duration, the hotel category and the pace can all be changed, and the quotation is revised to match.

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