What is the key factor that makes an area or state develop? The answers can include setting up factories, enhancing education, creating job opportunities, and much more. But in addition to all this, there is another factor that makes it unique and attractive in its own way, which is present in its deep roots.The tourism and history of the place.And by keeping this same point in mind the tourism and culture minister of <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/state/uttar-pradesh" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(230, 0, 0);">Uttar Pradesh</a> Mr Jaiveer Singh has announced the commencement of Bundelkhand Gaurav (Pride) Mahotsav. A fest which will promote the hidden gems of <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/state/Bundelkhand" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(230, 0, 0);">Bundelkhand</a>, providing it with the required spotlight and platform to attract the attention of tourists around the country.This festival will travel to seven major Bundelkhand districts from January 23 to February 18. During this, they will be promoting historical significance, cultural beauty, and various art and cultural programmes to motivate tourism. If you want to learn more about this amazing festival and Bundelkhand tourist places, then follow this article till the end.

All these efforts are being made to showcase the diversity of culture that Bundelkhand, Uttar Pradesh, holds. This festival is being celebrated to eradicate the backwardness of these places and create opportunities for employment through their art and culture. This festival not only gives tourists a preview of the hidden, less-visited gems of our country but is also a required step for development.&nbsp;So if you are someone who seeks to explore the unexplored, then join the Bundelkhand Gaurav Festival and explore the beauty of Uttar Pradesh.

The fest 'Bundelkhand Gaurav Mahotsava' is a moment to enhance the tourism of Bundelkhand so that they can get the right recognition and even other tourists will get the chance to explore their beauty. This festival will travel to seven different districts of Bundelkhand on different dates, which are as follows: Jhansi (23-25 Jan) Lalitpur (28-29 Jan) Jalaun (1-2 Feb) Hamirpur (5–6 Feb), Mahoba (9–10 Feb), Chitrakoot (13–14 Feb), and Banda (16–18 Feb).At each stop, the tourist will be enlightened with details regarding the historical and mythological points of that specific place. This festival started at Jhansi Fort and will end at Kalinjar Fort in Banda district.

<h3>1. Jhansi:</h3>Jhansi is a historical city that is famous for many things, like being the third-cleanest city in Uttar Pradesh, having religious aspects, having museums, and being the land ruled by Rani Lakshmi Bai. The famous Jhansi Fort, which is one of the major attractions, is also known as the 'Rani Jhansi Ka Quila,' the hotspot of revolution against British invaders. Jhansi is also known as the Gateway of Bundelkhand because of its geographical location. So all these two points make Jhansi the right spot for the commencement of the Bundelkhand Gaurav Mahotsava. Traveller Information: Famous for:&nbsp;Jhansi Fort Best Time to Visit:&nbsp;October to March Duration: 1-2 Days Other Places to Visit: Rani Mahal, Jhansi Govt Museum, and Orchha Fort Complex

<h3>2. Lalitpur:</h3>Lalitpur is rich in Gupta monuments and many others with connections to Hindu and Jain religions. This district is known around the country for its uranium deposits. There are even ghats, which have their importance, by the side of the Betwa River. During the festival, people enjoyed a hot air balloon ride, seeing the city from a different angle, yoga sessions, and a heritage walk to the attractive sites, which also had water sports activities in the River Betwa. Traveller Information: Famous for:&nbsp;Ancient Monuments Best Time to Visit:&nbsp;October to March Duration: 1-2 Days Other Places to Visit: Devgarh Hill Jain Temples, Dashavatar Temple, and Mardan Singh Statue

<h3>3. Jalaun:</h3>Jalaun district is known for the religious and historical ups and downs it has witnessed. The city of Kalpi in the Jalaun district is the birthplace of the famous Ved Vyas ji. This district is named after the famous sage 'Jalwan'. During the Bundelkhand Gaurav Festival, visitors experienced the unique confluence of yoga, meditation, and knowledge they received here. Cultural programmes, firecrackers, and hot air balloons were major highlights of the programme. Traveller Information: Famous for:&nbsp;Handmade Papers and Historical Monuments Best Time to Visit:&nbsp;October to March Duration: 1-2 Days Other Places to Visit: Chaurasi Gumbad, Vyas temple, and Rampura Fort

<h3>4. Hamirpur:</h3>Hamirpur district has many places which hold great historical, cultural and religious importance. This place has a very special significance for Meher Baba's disciples. Hamirpur has a history closely associated with the Katoch dynasty. Hamirpur is very close to Chitrakoot, a major Hindu pilgrimage site&nbsp;for Lord Rama devotees. Even this area provides the meeting point of the Yamuna and Betwa rivers along with Coarse sand which is transported to various parts of the state. During the Bundelkhand Gaurav Mahotsav heritage walk, cultural evenings, and yoga are performed. Traveller Information: Famous for:&nbsp;Ancient Temples Best Time to Visit:&nbsp;October to March Duration: 1-2 Days Other Places to Visit: Shaileshwar Temple, Sarila Fort, and Kalika Temple

<h3>5. Mahoba:</h3>Mahoba, a small district, is famous for its glorious history and bravery. The stories of Veer Alha and Udal state their importance in Indian history. This district is famous for its Sun Temple Mahoba, a 9th-century old granite temple made in Pratihara style. The name of this district is derived from 'Mahotsav Nagar', which means city of great festivals. Programmes like Yoga Sessions, Heritage Walks, Water Sports, Cultural Evenings with Folk Art, a Hot Air Balloon Ride, and a Green Fire Cracker Show are organised for the Bundelkhand Mahotsav.&nbsp; Traveller Information: Famous for:&nbsp;Glorious History and Sun Temple Best Time to Visit:&nbsp;October to March Duration: 1-2 Days Other Places to Visit: Khakhra Math, Badi Chandrika Devi Mandir, and Gorakhgiri Parvat Mahoba

<h3>6. Chitrakoot:</h3>Chitrakoot means 'Hill of Many Wonders'; this place is a major pilgrimage site for Hindus, especially for Lord Ram devotees. Chitrakoot Uttar Pradesh is a gateway to spirituality, where every corner chants Lord Ram. As per the epic Ramayana, this was the place where Bharat, the younger brother of Lord Ram, came and requested him to return to Ayodhya. It was also the place where various Hindu gods took incarnations. During the Bundelkhand Gaurav Mahotsav, programmes like hot air balloon flights, yoga, heritage walks, and cultural evenings are planned at Chitrakoot Inter College and Ganesh Bagh. Traveller Information: Famous for:&nbsp;Religious Sites and Temples Best Time to Visit:&nbsp;October to March Duration: 1-2 Days Other Places to Visit: Ganesh Bagh, Devangana Hill, and Shabari Waterfall

<h3>7. Banda:</h3>Banda is a major city in Uttar Pradesh, situated on the bank of the Ken River. This city got its name from Maharishi Vamdev, as this place is his Tapobhumi. Banda is also famous for ‘Gomed' gemstones and Sejar stones. Major Hindu temples are situated here, like Maa Maheshwari Devi, Sankat Mochan Temple, Maa Kali Devi Temple, etc.Additionally, this place is the final stop for Bundelkhand Gaurav Mahotsav.So the list of programmes planned includes:Hot air balloon flights, Yoga, heritage walks, Water sports, Cultural evenings, and Hot air balloon tethered flights in Kalinjar Fort Foothills, Oxygen Park, and Nawab Tank. Traveller Information:Famous for:&nbsp;Shajar Stones and KhajurahoBest Time to Visit:&nbsp;October to MarchDuration: 1-2 DaysOther Places to Visit: Kalinjar Fort, Nawab Tank, and Vindhyavasini Temple

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