There are many tourist places to visit in India, one of which is Bhopal. It is the capital of Madhya Pradesh, the heart city of India, which is also known as the city of lakes. Bhopal is one of the cleanest cities in India, due to which tourists like this city very much. If you also want to visit Madhya Pradesh, then you can head to Bhopal. Bhopal is a very good tourist destination whether you want to travel with family or enjoy with friends. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about the famous tourist places of Bhopal where you will enjoy visiting. Let us know about the famous places of Bhopal...

Sanchi Stupa
You can learn a lot about history by visiting Sanchi Stupa. Sanchi is known for its stupas and Buddhist structures. The distance here is around 45 kilometers from Bhopal. It was built during the Maurya era between the 3rd century BC and 12th century AD. In such a situation, you must visit this place once. The Maurya kings redistributed the mortal remains of Lord Buddha throughout the country to spread the reach of Buddhism. The huge dome of the stupa has a central vault where the relics of Lord Buddha are kept.

Big pond
There are a large number of lakes in Bhopal city, hence Bhopal city is also called the city of lakes. Upper Lake is the most important lake in Bhopal. The Upper Lake is named after Raja Bhojtal. Therefore Upper Lake is also known as Bhojtal. Upper Lake of Bhopal city is one of the oldest lakes in the country, located to the west of Bhopal. Residents also call Upper Lake Bada Talab. A statue of Raja Bhoj is also built at one corner of this lake. There is a selfie point for tourists on the bridge over the Upper Lake. The Upper Lake of Bhopal remains a center of attraction for the tourists coming here.

Van Vihar National Park
If you have been to Bhopal or are thinking of visiting there, then you can go to Van Vihar National Park. This place is best for adventure and nature lovers. This place was established in the year 1979 and is one of the most famous national parks in India. Here you will get to see many species of birds, animals and many types of trees and plants. Many tourists come here every year. It is also home to a wide range of wildlife such as blackbuck, chital, sambar, blue bull, porcupine, wild boar, and hyena, apart from exotic floral species.

Birla Mandir
Birla Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi, is one of the most famous temples of Bhopal which a large number of devotees visit. This temple is situated near Arera Hills. The festival of Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated here with great pomp and show, during which there is a huge crowd. The teachings of Ramayana and Geeta are inscribed inside the temple complex. If you have religious faith then definitely visit this temple during your visit to Bhopal.

Gauhar Mahal
Gauhar Mahal is a mansion built with Hindu and Mughal architecture. It is named after Qudsia Begum, the first female ruler of Bhopal. She was also known as Gauhar Begum. Gauhar Mahal is situated on the banks of the upper lake. The beauty of this place is worth seeing. Bhopal Mahotsav is organized every year in January-February at Gohar Mahal in Bhopal city. Bhopal remains the center of attraction for tourists and art lovers coming to the festival.

Lower Lake
Bhopal city has two most beautiful lakes, Upper Lake and Lower Lake. Here we talk about Lower Lake which is also known as Chhota Talab. Lower Lake was constructed in 1794 to enhance the beauty of Bhopal city. The environment of Lower Lake of Bhopal is gentle, calm, and relaxing. Lower Lake or Chhote Talab attracts tourists coming to Bhopal due to its beauty and modesty.

Bhimbetka Caves
To see the caves of Bhimbetka you have to cover a distance of about 24 kilometers from the main city. These caves are located at the foothills of the Vindhya Mountains and let us tell you that this is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At this place, you will get to see rock paintings and beautiful carvings, which you will like. It is said that these caves are thousands of years old and have been included in the list of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. There are many caves here whose walls are painted by primitive humans.

Shaukat Mahal
Shaukat Mahal is also situated near Gohar Mahal in Bhopal city, whose history is 180 years old. Shaukat Mahal was built in the 19th century during the reign of Sikandar Begum, daughter of Gohar Begum. The architecture of Shaukat Mahal in Bhopal city shows a unique blend of Indo-Islamic and European styles. The lush green gardens of Shaukat Mahal add charm to this beautiful building. Sometimes special Qawwali programs are also organized in the gardens in the evening. Which attracts a lot of tourists from India and abroad.

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