Madhya Pradesh Tourism - Top 25 Places to visit in Madhya Pradesh

MADHYA PRADESH TOURISM

THESE PLACES IN MADHYA PRADESH ARE NOT LESS THAN A WONDERLAND

Madhya Pradesh is a state with a diversity of rich culture, historical places with architectural wonders, a bunch of magnificent hill stations, and an abundance of wildlife to witness. This state abodes three world heritage sites, lots of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, it is heaven for adventure lovers and truly gratifying destination in India which has something to offer for everyone. Are you planning your trip to this Heart of India? Explore the local heritage, food, culture, and adventure at its best in Madhya Pradesh with Sushant Travels.

HERE IS A LIST OF PLACES TO VISIT IN MADHYA PRADESH:

1. KHAJURAHO -

The Khajuraho Group of Monuments is a collection of Hindu temples and Jain temples in Madhya Pradesh, India. They are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temples are notable for their nagara-style architecture and their beautiful carvings. 

Historical reports note that the Khajuraho temple site had 85 temples by the 12th century. Of these, only about 25 temples have lasted. Of the surviving temples, the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is adorned with a lavishness of sculptures with elaborate details, metaphor and expressiveness of ancient Indian art. This is one of the most popular places to visit in Madhya Pradesh.

2. BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK -

Bandhavgarh National Park is one among the national parks of India, situated in Madhya Pradesh. Earlier it was a hunting area for the Maharajas of Rewa now, it is a world-famous tiger reserve. The park receives its name from the most renowned hillock of the area, which was said to be given by Hindu Lord Rama to his brother Lakshmana. Hence the name Bandhavgarh in Sanskrit it means Brother's Fort. A vast biodiversity and highest number of tiger population in India is at Bandhavgarh. It also holds a large breeding population of leopards and several species of deer. The white tiger, Mohan, which was captured by Maharaja Martand Singh of Rewa in 1951, is on display in the palace of the Maharajas of Rewa. 

3. GWALIOR -

A famous city established by king Surajesan, Gwalior is plentiful with impressive monuments, palaces and temples, giving this city a majestic charm which speaks volumes of its glorious past. Major places including the Sas Bahu Ka Mandir elegant carved Hindu temple. Antique Gwalior Fort holds a sandstone plateau facing the city and is accessed via a winding road lined with divine Jain statues. Inside the fort’s great walls is the 15th-century Gujari Mahal Palace, now transformed into an archaeological museum. 

4. UJJAIN -

Ujjain is an old city alongside the Kshipra River in Madhya Pradesh. Ujjain believed to be one of the holiest cities of India, it abodes centuries-old Mahakaleshwar Temple and is also one among the four places where the Kumbh Mela is celebrated once in 12years. Places to visit nearby include Bade Ganesh Temple that holds a colourful statue of Ganesh. Harsiddhi Temple emphasises a pair of tall pillars with lamps.

5. BHEDAGHAT -

Bhedaghat is a town in Madhya Pradesh, it is considered as the Marble Rocks of Bhedaghat, and this small town has gained prominence for the 100 ft tall glorious rocks on both sides of the Narmada in India and across the world. Popular places to visit here are the Dhuandhar Falls, Marble Rocks, and the Chausath Yogini temple.

6. SANCHI -

Sanchi Town is located in Madhya Pradesh, it is positioned 46 km northeast of Bhopal. Renowned for its Sanchi Stupa, Sanchi is a must-visit for all Buddhist and is on the list of UNESCO World heritage sites. 

7. BHOPAL -

Bhopal is a city in the state of Madhya Pradesh. Greenest cities in India. The Upper Lake and the Lower Lake are two main lakes in this city. Van Vihar National Park is found in the banks of the upper lake, it houses wildcats like tigers, lions and leopards. Fossils, paintings and rare Jain sculptures can be found in The State Museum. One of Asia’s largest mosques Taj-ul-Masjid built with white domes, towers and a large courtyard. This city is a right blend of culture, heritage and modern life.

8. KANHA NATIONAL PARK -

Kanha National Park, also recognised as Kanha Tiger Reserve, is a large stretch of grassland and forest in Madhya Pradesh. A refreshing town located in the district of Mandla, Kanha National park is a haven of a remarkably wide species of wild animals that include majestic beast tigers, jackals and wild pigs. The lofty plateau of Bamni Dadar is place to birds of prey. Animals usually gather at the watering openings of Sondar Tank and Babathenga Tank. The park’s flora and fauna are recorded in the park's Kanha Museum.

9. ORCHHA -

A town in Niwari district of Madhya Pradesh state. It was established by Rudra Pratap Singh, as the foundation of an eponymous erstwhile royal state of including parts of central & north India, in the Bundelkhand region. It is renowned for its grand palaces, magnificently carved temples and fascinating forts, located on the banks of river Betwa Orchha with a great historical significance. It is one of the most popular places to visit in Madhya Pradesh.

10. INDORE -

Indore is a city in Madhya Pradesh. 7-story Rajwada Palace and the Lal Baag Palace are most popular spots that date back to Indore’s 19th-century Holkar dynasty. The night market Sarafa Bazar provides delicious street food. At the east lies the Indo-Gothic Gandhi Hall and clock tower. The Jain temple Kanch Mandir holds a mirrored mosaic interior. The beauty of this city lies in its rich cultural heritage that has been conserved over centuries.

11. PACHMARHI -

Pachmarhi, also identified as Satpura ki Rani, is a hill station in Madhya Pradesh. Apsara Vihar is one of the many waterfalls which is famous for its calm pool. The Bee Fall trips over a ragged rock front to the northwest. Wild animals like Leopards and Indian bison are found in Satpura National Park. A collection of 5 dwellings cut out of sandstone on a hill are the antique Pandav Caves. These are a few famous places to visit in Madhya Pradesh.

12. BHIMBETKA -

The Bhimbetka rocks are an archaeological site that traverses the ancient palaeolithic and mesolithic periods. It manifests the most prehistoric tracks of human life on the Indian subcontinent and proof of Stone Age beginning at the place in Acheulian times. It is one of the best places to visit in Madhya Pradesh for the history buffs.

13. PENCH NATIONAL PARK -

Amidst the majestic Pench river runs within the greens and a variety of wildlife to be found in the rocky terrains, Pench National Park is an inspiration for the popular novel 'The Jungle Book'. This famous National park includes Pench Tiger reserve.

14. OMKARESHWAR -

Omkareshwar is a pilgrim centre for Hindus it is a home for one of the 12 jyotirlingas, located on Mandhata islands in river Narmada. Omkareshwar is a Hindu temple devoted to God Shiva. It is one among the 12 deemed Jyotirlinga temples of Shiva. It is a must visit place for Lord Shiva's devotees.

15. MAHESHWAR -

Located on the shores of the River Narmada, Maheshwar was the former capital of Rani Ahilyabai Holkar's region and is renowned for its temples and architecture. Maheshwar is known for celebrating festivals.

16. JABALPUR -

Jabalpur, found on the banks of river Narmada, is an industrial city that is growing as a tourist spot because of its beautiful ghats, waterfalls including distinct historical and cultural structures.

17. BURHANPUR -

This ancient town has a great history, it is the abode that Mumtaz Mahal, the favourite queen of the Mughal ruler Shah Jahan was rested in peace and originally inhumed. Mumtaz spent last days of her life here at the Badshahi Qila in Burhanpur and passed away due to prenatal difficulties while delivering her fourteenth child, Princess Gauhara. This place is renowned for its spectacular architectural models.

18. PANNA -

With the great historical significance, Panna is additionally most reputably known for the Panna National Park. To add to that, this charming city also possesses of signifying the only city with diamond reserves.

19. MANDU -

This fabulous city is so deeply soaked into the ruins of the architectural wonders of the antique times that it is certainly going to take you back in time, it is a must-visit place for history fanatic.

20. SHIVPURI -

This place is least populous and set at an altitude of 478 metres above sea level. It has some of the most fascinating attractions, Shivpuri offers a tranquil and peaceful destination.

21. AMARKANTAK -

Amarkantak is found amidst the typical Vindhya and Satpura Mountain stretches in the state of Madhya Pradesh. This is the place where the river Narmada, the Son River and Johila River started from. It is a significant Hindu and Jain pilgrimage.

22. SATNA -

Situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh, Satna is recognised for being one of the giant cement manufacturing cities in the world due to the abundance of limestone and dolomite sediments in the town. Additionally, this city is also famous for numerous religious sites.

23. UDAYAGIRI CAVES -

Udayagiri as the name suggests it is the mountain of the sunrise. A historical Hindu routine place houses to twenty rock-cut caverns near Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh. They are greatly carved with iconographies of Hindu Gods, namely Lord Vishnu, Goddess Durga and Lord Shiva including mythological legends of the Gods and their Shrines.

24. BHOJPURI -

The mysterious temple of Bhojpur is an unfinished Hindu temple located in the Bhojpur Village of Madhya Pradesh. Devoted to Lord Shiva, it abodes a 7.5 feet tall lingam in its sanctum and is considered to have been built in the 11th century while the reign of King Bhoja. The temple has been specified as a Monument of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

25. MADHAI -

Madhai is a charming town found in Madhya Pradesh. Madhai is calm and peaceful, thus it is an ideal vacation destination. The place is abundant in biodiversity and the rich greenery that covers the whole place is mesmerizing. This is an excellent spot to spend some quality time with your loved one. Home to the myriad species of flora and fauna that will leave you fascinated. 

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