Deogarh : Excursions
Chanderi
This town, famous for its gossamer-like sarees, also has fine examples
of Rajput and Sultanate architecture. A magnificient Mughal fort
dominates the skyline. Among the interesting sites are the Koshak
Mahal, the Badal Mahal, Victory arch, the Jama Masjid and ancient
Jain temples.
Talbehat
31 km, south ofLalitpur on the hansi-Sagar national highway. It derived its name
from Tal (Lake) and hehat (Village), in the language of Gonds, the original settlers
at the site. In 1618, Bharat Shah the raja of Bar and Chanderi, built a fine
fort with the famous Narsingh temple inside.
Matatila Dam
93 km. This is an ideal picnic spot developed by the irrigation department. Water-sports
and a garden on the lines of the Vrindavan gardens are added attractions.
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