India is a vast country with many places to visit. Today in this episode we are going to talk about Madhya Pradesh which is the second-largest state of India and is known as the heart of India. From historical places to the beauty of nature, you will get to see all kinds of sights in this state. Tourists from all over the world come here to visit and are amazed to see the magnificent specimen of Indian architecture and culture. If you are also planning for a holiday this time, then traveling to Madhya Pradesh will prove to be the best option for you. There are many great places to visit here. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about some such beautiful places of Madhya Pradesh without visiting where the journey of Madhya Pradesh is incomplete. Let's know about them...

Bhopal
Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, is also known as the city of Nawabs and ponds. There are many historical palace rooms here. These mainly include Sadar Manzil, Hameed Manzil, Tajmahal, Chiklaud Kothi, etc. Apart from this, many ponds are also present here, which add to the beauty of this city. These also include two beautiful man-made lakes. Bhopal is a big city with the right blend of culture, heritage, and modern life. These cities are also famous all over the world for their majestic mosques. Here the Taj-ul-Masajid, the largest in Asia and the smallest two-and-a-half steps mosque in Asia, is present. Places to visit Bhopal like Van Vihar National Park, Lake, and Hanuman Tekri attract tourists a lot.

Orchha
Orchha is a historical city located on the banks of the Betwa River in Madhya Pradesh. The city is famously known as the 'City of Palaces'. Orchha is famous for its grand palaces and intricately carved temples. It is world-famous for its murals, frescos, and chhatris (cenotaphs) made to commemorate the Bundela rulers. Established in 1501 by a Bundela Rajput chief, Orchha means 'hidden place'. It was one of the most powerful dynasties ruled by the Bundelas in India. The medieval architecture of the palaces and temples of Orchha enthralls the tourists visiting here.

Kanha National Park
Kanha National Park is one of the major tourist destinations of Madhya Pradesh. This national park not only attracts domestic tourists but also attracts foreign tourists very fast. This park is known for forest wealth and wildlife. Here you can see Tigers, Bersingha, and Sunset Point. Also, you can enjoy jeep safaris in the buffer zone of Kisli. You can taste Mahua.

Gwalior
Gwalior is one of the most famous tourist places in Madhya Pradesh. The city is rich in art, culture, and history in every respect. The city forms a major part of Madhya Pradesh tourism and is a perfect blend of architectural marvels and historical landmarks. The most popular tourist attraction of the city, Gwalior Fort is one of the best forts in India. Apart from visiting the Gwalior Fort, you can visit the Sasbahu Temple, shop at Patankar and Sarafa Bazaars, and spend time at the Gujari Mahal Archaeological Museum.

Pachmarhi
Pachmarhi is a beautiful hill station located in the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh. Due to its natural beauty, this place is also known as the 'Queen of Satpura'. The lush green forests all around, and the waterfalls falling from the height of the mountains, add to the beauty of the place. The Silver Fall here is worth seeing, where the water falls from a height of about 350 feet and this water looks like milk.

Khajuraho
Khajuraho located in Madhya Pradesh is one of the most famous historical places in India. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known worldwide for its stunning temples adorned with erotic carvings. A small town located in the Bundelkhand region, Khajuraho is a splendid example of Indian architecture and its culture in the medieval period. The architecture of these Hindu and Jain temples depicts sensual forms of love. The temple was built over 200 years from the 10th to the 12th century during the Chandela rule.

Bhimbetka Rock Shelter
If you are interested in history then this place is best for you to visit. Bhimbetka Rock Shelter is an archaeological site located in the Raisen district, which is considered to be the starting place of human development. There are more than 500

There are rock shelters and caves, where paintings made thousands of years ago are still present today. The oldest painting here is considered to be 12 thousand years old. Coming here you will feel like you are in a different world.

Indore
Indore, situated on the Malwa plateau of Madhya Pradesh, is a center of attraction for tourists visiting here. Indore is the largest city in Madhya Pradesh and has a rich past. The town has a famous 18th-century temple dedicated to Lord Indreshwar. Indore is named after the god Indra. Indore is also called the heart of Madhya Pradesh. Indore tops the list of the cleanest cities in India. The city offers a breathtaking view from its rivers, serene lakes, and high plateaus. The city is the point of confluence of two rivers, the Khan and the Saraswati Rivers.

Ujjain
It is one of the major tourist places in Madhya Pradesh. Ujjain, situated on the banks of the holy Kshipra (Shipra) river, is also called the 'City of Temples', as temples are visible on almost every street here. The most special thing about this holy city is that the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga located here is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. This is the city where Kumbh Mela is organized every 12 years, in which lakhs and crores of people come from all over the world. You can guess the beauty of this city from the fact that the famous poet Kalidas has said that this city has come down from heaven to make the earth heaven.

Sanchi
Sanchi, one of the places of Buddhist pilgrimage in Madhya Pradesh, is famous for the oldest stone structures in India. The Buddhist Monument at Sanchi is a symbol of the vast heritage of culturally rich India. The great stupa located here was established by Emperor Ashoka of the Maurya dynasty in the 3rd century BC. The stupas at Sanchi were built to house the 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.