India is a vast country known for its tourism and each region has its distinct specialty. Today in this episode we are talking about Madhya Pradesh which is called the heart of India. Madhya Pradesh, located in the middle of India, is a beautiful tourist destination where you get to see more than one charming and beautiful tourist destination. Here you get to see natural springs, lakes, forests, caves, temples, forts, and dams. After visiting these places, you would like to visit here again and again. Today we are going to tell you about some major tourist places in Madhya Pradesh that you can plan to visit with your family or friends. Let's know about these places...
Khajuraho
Khajuraho is a very special city and tourist destination in the state of Madhya Pradesh, located in the heart of India, which is famous for its ancient and medieval temples not only in the country but all over the world. Khajuraho, the mystical land of Kamasutra in Madhya Pradesh has been attracting tourists from all over the world since time immemorial. This small village in the Chhatarpur district is world famous for its exemplary erotic set of monuments, due to which it has earned its place in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The famous Khajuraho Temples are a collection of Hindu and Jain temples in Madhya Pradesh. Khajuraho remains the first choice of tourists because of its famous temple, there are many places to visit here that you can include in your Khajuraho trip.
Kanha National Park
Kanha National Park is the largest national park in central India and is located in the Mandla district of central Madhya Pradesh. It is considered one of the top parks in Asia. Royal Bengal tigers are the most popular of the 22 large animal species. It is one of the best tiger reserves in India which stretches for 940 km. Kanha National Park is famous for its wildlife safari which attracts tourists from all over the world. Common fauna includes leopards, wild dogs, wild cats, foxes, sloth bears, hyenas, langurs, wild boars, and jackals. Reptiles like pythons, cobras, kraits, and other snakes are also found in this national park.
Ujjain
It has been a historical city since ancient times. There are many temples in Ujjain. In which the temple of Mahakaleshwar is famous. Kumbh Mela is held here after every 12 years. Ujjain has the famous Shiva temple of Mahakal or Mahakaleshwar, which is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga temples in the country. Jantar Mantar is in the south. It was commissioned by Maharaja Jai Singh of Jaipur in 1733 AD. I was made In the year 1853 AD. I built the temple of Gopal. Sandipani's ashram is here. 3 km to this ashram. Next is the temple of Mangalnath. Bhartrihari's cave is 11 km away from here. Ujjain is the main city of Madhya Pradesh from natural, historical, religious, cultural, and archaeological points of view.
Bhopal
Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, is also known as the city of nawabs and ponds. There are many historical palace mansions here. These mainly include Sadar Manzil, Hameed Manzil Tajmaher, Chiklaud Kothi, etc. Apart from this, many ponds are also present here, which add beauty to the city. These also include two man-made beautiful lakes. Bhopal is a big city with the perfect mix of culture, heritage, and modern life. These cities are also famous all over the world for their majestic mosques. Here Asia's largest Taj-ul-Masajid and Asia's smallest two-and-a-half-step mosque are present. There are places like Van Vihar National Park, Lake, and Hanuman Tekri to visit in Bhopal, which attract tourists a lot.
Panchmarhi
Panchmarhi is a beautiful hill station located in the Hoshangabad district of the state of Madhya Pradesh in India. Panchmarhi is the center of attraction for tourists from India and abroad for its beauty, it has everything that tourists expect, such as peace, blooming mountains, evergreen greenery, flowing waterfalls, silver rainy waterfalls, colorful shades, and Breathtaking views of the beauty of the four moons of Panchmarhi. Pachmarhi is very cheap as compared to other hill stations, this tourist destination situated in the hills of Satpura is also known as Kashmir of the Central region.
Omkareshwar
This holy city is situated at the confluence of two rivers, Narmada and Kaveri. This meeting island of two of India's most famous rivers is shaped like the Hindu symbol Om, one of the most important symbols of Hinduism. The whole area is surrounded by mountains, which provide an amazing view. All the guests should also visit the Kedareshwar Temple. Omkareshwar is a Hindu pilgrimage site. It is home to one of the twelve Jyotirlingas located on Mandhata Island in the Narmada River. Is. Omkareshwar is a Hindu temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. It is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga temples believed to be of Shiva. It is a must-visit place for the worshipers of Lord Shiva.
Sanchi
Sanchi, one of the Buddhist sightseeing places in Madhya Pradesh, is famous for the oldest stone structures in India. The Buddhist monument at Sanchi is a symbol of the immense heritage present in culturally rich India. The Great Stupa located here was established by Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty in the 3rd century BCE. The stupas at Sanchi were built as homes for Lord Buddha and many important Buddhist relics. This place is surrounded by lush green gardens, which give a different kind of joy and peace to the tourists visiting here.
Gwalior
The city of Gwalior was built by King Surajsen. The beauty of this historical city, the attractive monuments, palaces, and temples are less to be praised. Magnificent architectural work has been done in the mosques, rock temples, and sculptural structures here. Gwalior is not just limited to palaces, its hills, and beautiful greenery attract a lot of tourists. For your information, let us tell you that Tansen was born in Gwalior and his mausoleum remains the same.
Orchha
Orchha is one of the best places to visit in Madhya Pradesh. Situated on the banks of the Betwa River, the city is known for its forts, temples, and palaces. Orchha Fort is famous all over the country for its charm, which attracts a lot of tourists coming here. Apart from this, Chaturbhuj Temple, Raj Temple, and Lakshmi Temple are the main attractions of Orchha which make the visit memorable for the people visiting here.
Mandu
If you want to see the best natural and historical panoramic views like Uttarakhand while staying in Madhya Pradesh, then reach Mandu and see the sightseeing places. Where you will find historical heritage, the immortal story of the love of Sultan and Rani Roopmati, which still resonates in every nook and corner of Mandu, and also the cloud-covered mountains that will leave you mesmerized. Located about 20 square kilometers within the Malwa Plateau, an invaluable historical heritage, 12 gateways were built in a distance of 37 kilometers. This place is a place of myths and fantasies.
