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MADHYA PRADESH
BHOPAL
Set around a lake,Bhopal,the capital of Madhya Pradesh has surronding known for their scenic beauty and archaeological wealth
Places to visit:
1.Jama Masjid
2.Laxmi Narayan Temple
3.Moti Masjid
4.Sardar Manzil Place
5.Shimla Hill
6.Taj-ul-Masjid
7.Vallabh Bhavan
8.Lakes
9.Bhimbetkke
10.Bhojpur(siva Temple)
11.Chiklod(A summer palace of the rulers of Bhopal)
12.Neori(Siva Temple)
13.Raisen
14.Sanchi(Buddhist stupas)
15.Gardens and zoo(Kala park and yadgare)
GWALIOR
Gwalior is named after Gwalipa,a legendary saint of the 8th century.It is also sacred to the memory of the heroic queen,
Rani of Jhansi and Tatya tope who led the revolt against the British in 1857.Gwalior fort is very imposing
Places to visit:
1.Chhatris(Cenotaphs commemorating the kings and queens of the scindia dynasty)
2.The fort
3.Jai Vilas Palace
4.Mam Mandir(Palace)
5.Rani of Jansi Memorial
6.Sas-Bahu Temple
7.Suraj Kund
8.Teli-Ka-Mandir
9.Tombs of Tansen and Mohammed Ghaus
INDORE
Indore planned and built by the famed Rani Ahalyabai,lies on the banks of the rivers Saraswati and Khan and derives its
name from the 18th century Indreshwar Temple.Indore played a key role in the uprising against the British in 1857.
Places to visit:
1.Bada Ganapathi(A colossal statue of lorg Ganesh)
2.Chhattri Bagh
3.Juna Rajwadas
JABALPUR
Jabalpur,famous for its Marble Rocks,is one of the largest cities of Madhya Pradesh.It was an important seat of the Madhyan
empire and during the regin of the Kalachuri rulers.
Places to visit:
1.The Marble Rocks
2.Madan Mahal
3.Panchavathi Ghat
KHAJURAHO
Khajuraho once the capital of Chandella rulers,who are said to be the direct
descendants of Chandra the Moon God-witness the greatest artistic and cultural activity from the 9th to the 12th
centuries.Out of 85 temples, only 22 survive. They are the most
creative examples of the medieval Hindu architecture.The temple walls represent female type of ravishing
beauty, Vaunting their voluptuous charm in an infinity variety of lovely attitude and
pastures
Places to visit:
1.Western Group of Temples
2.Eastern Group of Temples
3.South group of Temples
4.Garden around Western group of Temples
5.Archaeological Museum
KANHA NATIONAL PARK
The Kanha National Park situated in the Vindhya Hills is one of the most interesting Wildlife sanctuaries in India.WildLife
includes tiger,Panther,Barasinga(Swamp deer),Barking deer sambar,bison,spotted beer and a large variety of birds
SANCHI
Sanchi is famous for its ancient Buddhist monuments. The architecturalstyle of these monuments belong to the 3rd century
B.C. to the reign of the great emperor Asoka
Places to visit:
1.Stupas
2.The Gateways
3.Ashoka pillar
4.Gupta Temple
5.Great Bowl
6.Monasteries
7.Stone Railing
8.Museum
9.Udayeswar Temple
10.Gyaraspur Temple