Bhopal is the capital city of Madhya Pradesh. Just like Udaipur, Bhopal is also called the City of Lakes for the natural and artificial lakes it houses. Bhopal is also one of the greenest cities of India. The city is divided into Old Bhopal and New Bhopal which have stark differences in terms of their look and infrastructure. Many noted educational, scientific and health institutions are located in this city. Internationally, Bhopal got highlighted for an unfortunate tragedy in 1984, when certain harmful gases got leaked from the Union Carbide factory and resulted in one of the worst industrial disasters of the world. Bhopal is reckoned to have been founded by king Bhoja of the Paramara dynasty, after whom the city and many other prominent places of the city have been named. Another theory suggests that the city was named after king Bhupala. Bhopal, after being ruled by Mughals, Marathas and some other princely rulers, was finally joined in the Indian union on 1 June 1949.
Read MoreGwalior is a popular Indian state of Madhya Pradesh which holds a lot of historical prominence. It is famous for its medieval hilltop forts and ever looming fortresses of the Mughal times. Gwalior serves as a much loved halt for tourists who are on a lengthy expedition across India. The rich history it bears lends this place a unique feel. Gwalior possesses rich heritage and culture and it also holds lot of archaeological importance. Before Independence it was counted as one of the princely states under the British raj with Scindias as the local rulers. This fascinating travel spot is surrounded by rocky hills on all sides which make it look all the more appealing to the eyes of a traveller. There is lot that one can learn about this place but the best can be known by exploring its vicinities. If you are a keen roamer avail Gwalior Tours and travel past this place.
Read MoreIndore, the largest state of Madhya Pradesh is no less than a business powerhouse. Countless tourists mainly use it as a gateway to Omkareshwar and Maheshwar. It is located on the southern edge of the plateau of Malwa and is considered to be the 14th largest city in India. Indore is ever bustling trading hub and features a rich and strategic history. Indore is ancient about 500 years old and this is what makes it even more appealing to the lovers of history, art and architecture. It is speckled with buildings which were left behind by the Holkar Dynasty. Walk down its bustling streets and you will get to witness burgeoning coffee culture as you will witness numerous cafes slowly lining up the city streets. Indore is a distinctive travel spot which possesses its own unique aura. If you are eager to know more about this place, avail Indore Tours.
Read MoreJabalpur is one of the major cities of Madhya Pradesh State in India and is famous for its history and unique culture. Formerly known as Jubbulpore it is a historical centre of the Kalchuri and Gond dynasties. Influenced by the intermittent reigns of the Mughal and Maratha, Jabalpur has developed a syncretic culture. This city is majorly known for its picturesque marble rock formations on the banks of River Narmada. For foreign travellers it is an industrial hub and a launch pad for, Bandhavgarh, Pench and Kanha which are famous Tiger Parks. The city bustles north of the railway line and lends a unique aura to its nearby surroundings. The dusty lanes across the Old Bazaar take you to some of the well known hotels of Jabalpur. If you look at this city from the eyes of a traveller, it will appear a lot peaceful and all the more interesting at the same time.
Read MoreStanding tall as one of the finest temple art in the world, the beauty of Khajuraho lies in its erotic cravings and its stunning sculptures. This group of temples is listed among the world Heritage site worth witnessing. The three groups of temples are superb examples of Indo-Aryan architecture which features extremely artistic stonework showing a storyboard of displaying gods, goddesses, musicians, warriors and mythological creatures. Khajuraho temples showcase meticulous art work, anonymous sculptors, shrines of gods and goddesses. The temples are described in clockwise direction and are the earliest and the best preserved temples in India. The best way to discover the surreal beauty of Khajuraho is to avail Khajuraho Tours. Taking a journey past the splendid architecture and monuments will undoubtedly leave you mesmerized. Khajuraho Tours works the best for lovers of history and art who get to witness the spectacular art forms unleashing themselves in front of the naked eyes.
Read MoreFeaturing ancient cave temples, gurgling waterfalls and lush green forested ranges, Pachmarhi is the only hill station situated in Madhya Pradesh. This quaint travel destination will offer solace and an ultimate escape to the eager travelers. The best spot to discover while you are journeying across Pachmarhi is the Satpura Tiger Reserve. Mostly visited by nature lovers and wildlife photographers, one can best witness the flora and fauna, wildlife and natural beauty of Satpura Tiger Reserve. Pachmarhi features a diminutive town which an attractive natural tourist destination which is blessed with breath taking views, mountain streams and panoramic views worth witnessing. Some of the very famous spots worth witnessing are Dhupgarh, Chauragarh, Panar-Pani, Sliver falls and many more places. If you are planning to unplug yourself from your daily monotonous routine hit the roads to Pachmarhi. Avail Pachmarhi Tours and discover the picturesque travel destination of Pachmarhi in your own unique way.
Read MoreOnce the residence of Ashoka, Ujjain boasts a cultural heritage, generally in the form of temples. The city is located on the eastern banks of Kshipra River and is the administrative centre of Ujjain District of the Indian State of Madhya Pradesh. This region is an extension of the Deccan Traps and has been selected as one of the cities to be developed as a smart city under Smart Cities Mission. Also regarded as one of the ancient cities of the country, Ujjain is home to Ujjain Division Cricket Association that is affiliated to BCCI. The spiritual charm of Ujjain is self-evident. Thus, the famous poet Kalidas defined it as 'The town fallen from Heaven to bring Heaven to Earth'. The best time to visit Ujjain is during winters and spring, i.e., from October till March. Holiday goers can visit diverse sacred places including Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, ISKCON Temple, Gopal Mandir, Sandipani Ashram, Kaliadeah Palace, Vedh Shala, Ram Ghat etc., to rejuvenate their mind and soul.
Read MoreMandla is a city located in the 'heart of the country' Madhya Pradesh. This place was ruled by the Garha dynasty for a longer period of time. Later on, it was invaded by the Peshwas and they ruled the place till the arrival of the British. Mandla is elevated at an altitude of 445 meters above the sea level. It unrolls over vast acres of land that is a rough plain. The River Narmada flows through this city and is a major source of water. The climate of Mandla is tropical warm in nature. It experiences the scorching summers with an average temperature of 37°C and the pleasant winters with the median temperature of 12°C. The annual precipitation level of Mandla is 3600 mm that is sufficient according to its geography. The region of Mandla is dotted with different places of interest. It includes the remarkable spots like Kanha Wildlife Sanctuary, Mandla Plant & Fossils Park & the beautiful foothills of Satpura that are frequented by the locals as well as the visitors.
Read MoreFounded in the early 16th century by Rudra Pratap Singh, Orchha is a town located in the 'heart of the country' Madhya Pradesh. In the former times and before the arrival of the British, Orchha served as a princely state with the same name. The king of Orchha built various buildings that exist today as the tourist destinations in Orchha. Orchha is located on the banks of Betwa River that flows through it and feeds the vegetation. The major portion of its land is a jagged terrain that is unfolded over vast acres of land. The climate of this region is described as tropical-temperate. It encounters searing summers with the median temperature of 39°C and pleasant winter with the median mercury level of 12°C. It receives a sufficient amount of rainfall with an average of 2500 mm. Orchha is ornamented with different places of interest. The attractions include the names like Rama Raja Temple, Jahangir Mahal, Chaturbhuj Vishnu Mandir, The Royal Camel Shelter, and the numerous cenotaphs that are bedecked in the vicinity of Orchha.
Read MoreSanchi is a town located in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is considered as the sacred pilgrimage site for the followers of Buddhism. The land of Sanchi had been ruled by the different dynasties like Maurya, Shunga, Kushana and the Satvahana. The similarity amid these dynasties was that they were the ardent followers of Buddhism and constructed various monuments that reflected Buddhism. Sanchi is located at an elevation of 650 feet above the sea level. It spans a vast area of land that is a jagged plain. It is fed by the tributaries of the River Betwa. The climate of Sanchi is described as tropical-temperate. It encounters humid summers with the median temperature of 41°C and pleasant winters with the median mercury level of 14°C. The annual average rainfall received by Sanchi is 3000 mm. The Stupa located in Sanchi is a frequented Buddhist pilgrimage site. It is a dome-shaped shrine that is entirely carved out of a stone. It is the place where the relics of the Buddhist masters and Buddha are kept. The followers of Buddhism visit Sanchi on a large scale.
Read MoreShivpuri is a city that lies in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. This delightful city served as the summer capital for the Scindia Rulers of Gwalior. It is adorned with the beauty of nature in profusion and thus, is a well-known travel destination in 'the heart of country'. The city of Shivpuri is elevated at a height of 1,535 feet. It's flat and rough terrains unfold over vast acres of land that is fed by the waters of Sindhu River. The climate of this region is tropical moderate in nature. It encounters scorching summers as the average temperatures scale up to 40°C. The winters witness a pleasant weather as the average temperatures take a dip and fall below 15°C. An adequate amount of rainfall is received by Shivpuri. There are numerous tourist attractions located in Shivpuri. The forests of Shivpuri are reckoned amid the prime places to visit. They house exotic fauna like feline predator tiger, panther, civet cat etc. Other places that should be visited are Tatya Tope Memorial, George Castle, Madhav Vilas Palace, Sakhya Sagar Lake, and Sakhya National Park.
Read MoreUmaria is a city in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It came into existence in the year 1998 after it was separated from Shahdol. It was ruled by Lodhi Rajput clan in the foregone times. They erected marvelous structures like Lakshmi Narayan Temple, Hathi Darwaza - a passage for the royal elephants but was soon occupied by the Baghel dynasty. Presently, Umaria is a well-known city that houses Bandhavgarh National Park that is flocked by tourists on a large scale. With an elevation of 1,765 feet above the sea level, Umaria is unfolded over an area of 4,548 sq. kilometer. The terrains of this city are craggy and are fed by the waters of the rivers like Tapti and Narmada. The climate of Umaria is subtropical in nature. The temperature during summers ranges between 30°C-40°C. It drops down below 16°C. Umaria offers a huge list of tourist attractions. The notable places visited by tourists are Bandhavgarh National Park, Pali Birsinghpur Kali Mandir, and the local markets etc.
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Hoshangabad is a city that rests in the heart of the country Madhya Pradesh. In the previous times, Hoshangabad was known by the name of Narmadapuram as it is entrenched on the banks of River Narmada. When the ruler Hoshang Shah came to power, he built a fort and changed the name from Narmadapuram to Hoshangabad and hence, it became the official name of this city. Hemmed by the beautiful Satpura Hills, Hoshangabad is hoisted at a height of 912 feet above sea level. The River Narmada flows through it. Hoshangabad’s climate is moderate in nature and experiences normal to searing summers with an average temperature of 36°C and pleasant winters with an average temperature of 20°C. Hoshangabad houses a vast list of attractions that are frequented by the people often. It includes the famous names like Satpura Tiger Reserve, Salkanpur Temple, Hoshang Fort, Pahadiya Carvings and Bori Wildlife Sanctuary.
Read MorePipariya, or Pausar Pipariya, is a small town in Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh. Pipariya is well known for boasting the railhead for the military station and is the gateway to the hill station Panchmari. It is a beautiful weekend getaway for the locals as well as visitors visiting Pipariya. Pipariya is hoisted at 1,098 feet above the sea level. The major portion of land in Pipariya is jagged plain and it shares its borders with the other small districts located in the 4 directions. Due to the geographical location, the climate of Pipariya is classified as subtropical. The summers of Pipariya are warm and humid as the mercury level, on an average, touches 39°C and the winters are pleasant as the average temperature remains 12°C during the season. The monsoon season brings plenty of rainfall with 700 mm on an average. There are many amazing places within Pipariya, but, close to it lays the Panchmarhi hill station. It is an alluring hill station beckoned by the murky green hill of Satpura range. The people frequently visit Panchmarhi to spend a relaxed weekend.
Read MoreChhindwara is a city in the 'heart of the country' Madhya Pradesh. Located in the foothills of Shivalik ranges, it used to be full of khajoor trees in the previous times. 'Chhind' means dates and 'Wada' means place. Hence, the place got its name as Chhindwara. It has emerged as a popular tourist spot in Madhya Pradesh due to its sublime locations. Chhindwara is hoisted 675 meters above the sea level and cascades across an area of 11,815 sq. km. Entrenched on a plateau; Chhindwara is hemmed with tantalizing fields, freshwater streams, and forests. The city is fed by the waters of the River Kulbehra. Such scenic location describes the climate of Chhindwara as tropical. The average summer temperature scales to 37°C. During the winters the average mercury levels fall down to 13°C. Chhindwara is an alluring destination that offers different tourist attractions. The places like Patalkot, Tamia Hills, Danhora Waterfalls & Anhoni Village are the notable picnic destinations due to their magnificent geography. Other attractions include the names like Devgarh Fort, Jama Masjid, Ram Mandir & the Laddu Street.
Read MoreLocated in the 'Heart of the Country' Madhya Pradesh, Kanha is a beguiling wildlife sanctuary. The sanctuary was founded in 1955 as a sanctuary but was re-named as a tiger reserve in the year 1973. Kanha Wildlife Sanctuary is a home to exuberant flora & fauna. Interestingly, this sanctuary stood as an inspiration for the great novelist Rudyard Kipling to pen down 'The Jungle Book'. Kanha Wildlife Sanctuary is the vast grassland that unrolls over 360 sq. miles. The uneven terrains of the meadow are shrouded by the deciduous forests. The climate of the place is described as tropical wet in nature. Kanha encounters humid summers as the median mercury level scales between 37°C-41°C. During the winters, the weather turns pleasant as the mercury levels fall down and rest between 10°C-15°C. It also receives sufficient amount of rainfall during the monsoon season with an annual average of 2000 mm. Kanha Wildlife Sanctuary is the residence of exotic animal species. In a majority, one can see the feline predators like tiger, panther & leopard wandering in the sanctuary. The other creatures like hyena, elephant, deer, wild dog, civet etc. can also be spotted.
Read MoreNo special presentation is required for Bandhavgarh. It is a well-known national park that lies in the city of Umaria in Madhya Pradesh. The name of the park is derived from the hillock that is situated nearby. It is said that this hillock was a major place in the times of Ramayana as many animals joined the army of Lord Rama. This place was also amid the places where the 'Project Tiger' was initiated by the government of India. Bandhavgarh is elevated 530 feet above the sea level and spreads across 1500 km. sq. It covers the joint area of the woods of Umaria and Katni. A major portion of its land is a jagged plain and lush green vegetation encircles its vicinity. It is fed by the waters of 3 rivers known as Sone, Johilla, and Umrar. The climate of Badhavgarh's region is described as subtropical in nature. It faces searing summers as the median temperature rises beyond 38°C on an average. The winter season is a pleasant season as the mercury levels fall down as rest at 9°C. Bandhavgarh National Park, as a whole, is an intriguing tourist site in M.P. The exuberant fauna it houses ensnares the visitors on a large scale. One can witness the animals like tiger, nilgai, elephant, gaur and others.
Read MoreChatarpur is an alluring city located in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. This city was founded by King Chatarasal, a Bundela Rajput, in the 17th century. The British were never successful in capturing the city during their rule in India. Today, Chatarpur stands amid the most-visited destinations in Madhya Pradesh. The city of Chatarpur is elevated 1000 feet above the sea level and spans a gross area of 50 sq. km. It shares its boundaries with U.P in North, Tikamgarh in West, Damoh in South, and Panna in East. A major portion of its land is a jagged plain that is fed by the tributaries of the River Narmada. The climate of Chatarpur is subtropical in nature. It encounters the summers with a median temperature of 40°C and the winters with a median mercury level of 15°C. There are astounding locations in Chatarpur that should be visited. These remarkable travel attractions include the names like Khajuraho, Ken Alligator Sanctuary, Raneh Falls and much more that lure the visitors.
Read MoreDhar or Dhar Nagar, is a city located in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. This city was established in the late 8th century by the Rajputs. They developed as well as reigned over the region for a long time. The city of Dhar is beckoned by the Vindhya ranges and is elevated 1,834 feet above the sea level. Its terrains sprawl over 8000 sq. km. and are fed by the waters of the tributaries of Ganga, Yamuna, and Mahi rivers. The climate of Dhar is defined as subtropical. It faces humid temperatures as the mercury level shoot up to 39°C, whereas, drop below 13°C during the winter season. Dhar receives an annual average rain shower of 2500 mm. There are notable attractions located in Dhar. One should visit the remarkable places like the fort of Dhar, Tomb of Sheikh Abdullah Shah, Pillar Mosque, Bagh Caves, and the shopping complexes as well as movie theaters.
Read MoreKhandwa is a city that lies in Nimar region of Madhya Pradesh. This ancient city has derived its name from the Khandav Vans (forests) that are located in its region. Khandwa is amid those cities where Buddhism was preached by the enlightened soul Buddha himself. Also, the city of Khandwa played a key role during the 'Quit India' movement as the conferences were held here frequently. Khandwa has an elevation of 313 meters above the sea level. It is encircled by lush green surroundings of the delightful farms where the crops like wheat and cotton are grown. The tributaries of the River Narmada feed the vegetation of Khandwa. Subtropical is the nature of the climate of Khandwa. It encounters humid summers with the average temperatures scaling between 35°C-40°C. The temperatures fall down below 15°C, on an average, during the winters. There are many points of interest located in Khandwa. There are 4 water reservoirs in each direction and are known as Suraj Kunda, Padma Kunda, Bhima Kunda, and Rameshwar Kunda. These reservoirs are considered as pious and the devotees flock to these kundas on a large scale.
Read MoreTikamgarh is a town located in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It has been a part of the erstwhile kingdom of Orrcha. Tikamgarh is named after Lord Krishna as "Tikam" was one of the names of the religious figurine in Hinduism. This town has emerged as a popular travel destination due to its tantalizing surroundings. Sprawling across 21 sq. km. of land, Tikamgarh is elevated at a height of 1,145 feet. It is adorned by the breathtaking landscapes and tranquil water bodies. The jagged terrains of this town are fed by the waters of the River Betwa. The climate of Tikamgarh is described as moderate in nature. During the summers, the temperatures rise up to 40°C on an average, whereas, fall down and rest at 16°C on an average during the winter season. There are numerous places of interest located in Tikamgarh. The remarkable and must-visit destinations include the names like Ramraja Temple, Kundeshwar Shiva Temple and garden, Paporaji Jain Temple, and much more.
Read MoreMadhya Pradesh is often referred to as the heart of India. It is situated in the central part of India. In terms of area, it is the second largest state in the country. Established on November 1, 1956, it is the sixth largest state in India by population. It is enclosed by five major states of India including Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh.
With the presence of various heritage sites, naturally beautiful locations, national parks and reserves, it has become one of the hot tourist destinations. It has also topped in the national tourist awards held in 2010- 2011.
It has been ruled by many dynasties such as Mauryans, Rashtrakutas, Satvahanas, the Marathas and the Mughals. The influence of all these dynasties is well reflected in various architectural buildings and heritage sites.
Here is a Madhya Pradesh Travel Guide to plan Madhya Pradesh Tours. There are many lakes and water bodies too, which provide an opportunity to enjoy various water Activities In Madhya Pradesh.
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Madhya Pradesh situated in the centre of India, is surrounded by Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh in the south, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan in the north, Bihar and Orissa in the east and Gujarat in the west.