Madhya Pradesh is famously referred as the ‘Heart of India’ because of its location in the centre of the country. As the heart of a person pumps the blood into his body to make him alive and healthy, Madhya Pradesh has some living places that keep alive the tourism of India.
Here tourists can enjoy its cultural inheritance, bow down to the spiritual sites, experience the charm of nature, appreciate countless monuments, stupas, forts & palaces, see the magic of exotic ancient carvings and also have a leisurely walk in the sanctuaries having divers flora and fauna species and number of serene and scenic destinations.
This vivacious state having a number of colours welcomes visitors from all across the globe, with open arms. The beauty of the state is tempting with various exciting and unforgettable attractions. Crisscrossed by several rivers such as the Narmada, Tapti, Godawari, Mahanadi, Chamba and Betwa; Madhya Pradesh supports and nurtures varied types of vegetations and forests.
This amazing state offers everything to its visitors from watching tigers at the Bandhavgarh National Park to appreciating the architectural beauty of the temples at Khajuraho, from high mountain ranges to the rivers and lakes.
The popular destinations which can be visited during Madhya Pradesh tour are:
National Parks or wildlife of Madhya Pradesh
The amazing wildlife trip to Madhya Pradesh offers you an opportunity to see the different and rare species. Wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers can explore the rich flora and fauna. Here tourists can enjoy different adventurous activities, jeep safaris, boat rides and elephant safari rides.
Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve situated in Umaria district is home to a large number of Tigers. Here tourists can go for jeep or elephant safaris and enjoy a natural habitat for animals like the leopard, sloth bear, porcupine, spotted deer and of course, the tiger.
Kanha Tiger Reserve is a home to more than 22 species of mammals which include the Barasingha which was almost extinct. Satpura National Park home to a diverse collection of animals and birds. Some other famous national park includes Pench Tiger Reserve, Van Vihar National Park, Panna national park etc.
Khajuraho Temples
Celebrated as ‘A World Heritage Site’, Khajuraho comprises 9th to 12th century temples with exquisitely carved sculptures depicting erotic fantasy. Lost for centuries and rediscovered by the British, 20 out of 85 temples are still stand reasonably preserved. The temples at Khajuraho are divided into three categories i.e. western group, southern group and eastern group.
The Sanchi Stupa
One of the oldest Buddhist Stupas in the world, this masterpiece of classical art was built by Emperor Asoka. The place is considered a major pilgrim center by followers of Buddhism. the temples, stupas and monasteries found here are the leading attractions of Sanchi.
Ujjain
Ujjain is one of the four places in India, where the sacred Kumbh Fair takes place once in twelve years. The peaceful temples of the city dedicated to Shaivite and Vaishnavite God of Hinduism. The pious River Kshipra is also a big attraction for pilgrims of tourists.
Central India Popular Religious Places
Caves of Madhya Pradesh
The ancient caves are an amazing example of rock carvings and transfer you to the past, when the skill of the artisans was truly unbelievable. Some famous caves include prehistoric five caves of Bagh, Bhartrihari Caves and the Udaigiri Caves and UNESCO World Heritage Sites Bhimbedka caves.
Orchha
This picturesque destination rises out of the hills and the greenery surrounding it. Raja Mahal and the Jahangir Mahal are the most famous attractions of the place. The town has some note worthy temples like the Ram Raja Temple, the Chaturbhuj temple and the Lakshmi Narayan temple.
Food of Madhya Pradesh
The cuisine in Madhya Pradesh varies regionally representing different cultures. The food majorly comprises of Rajasthani and Gujarati food which is a combination of taste and beauty. Some of the popular dishes includes seekh and shaami kababs, kusli, lavang lata, jalebi, indori puri palak ki, Jalebis and Cashew barfis and biryani. The street food of Indore is renowned, with shops that have been active for generations.
Festivals of Madhya Pradesh
All fairs and festivals of Madhya Pradesh braid the souls of different religion. Khajuraho Dance Festival at Khajuraho, Tansen Music Festival at Gwalior, Malwa Utsav and the Ujjain Kumbh Mela are famous worldwide.
Shopping in Madhya Pradesh
Shopping is such an exciting aspect of your tour to Madhya Pradesh. You will be definitely tempted to buy those stuffs with intricate handicraft works made by the skilled persons. Different cities of MP are famous for different products. Some famous products of MP include Chanderi saris and Maheshwari sarees in silk and cotton, hand-woven carpets, lacquer ware, dolls, wall hangings, jewellery etc.
Apart from this there are a lot of things to explore during your next trip to Madhya Pradesh.
