Madhya Pradesh Tour
The heart of India, Madhya Pradesh, is bound with rich cultural heritage, iconic monuments, beautiful landscapes, diverse wildlife, heart-warming locals, lip-smacking cuisines, and some of the most progressive and cleanest cities of India! It is a treasure trove of such overwhelming attractions and experiences that traveling here once, just wouldn’t be enough. With several Madhya Pradesh tourism packages that are designed to suit various requirements and preferences, you can easily find one to explore this beautiful state.
Madhya Pradesh is the second largest state of India, after Rajasthan, in terms of area. The vast geographical expanse of this state comprises of a variety of terrains, right from plateaus to mountains and waterfalls to dense forests. Along with one of the oldest temple ruins in India, Khajuraho, the state is also well-known for its tiger reserves such as Kanha, Bandhavgarh, and Pench. Take a tour of MP and view iconic forts and palaces at the legendary cities of Mandu, Sanchi and Gwalior and be amazed by the cleanest cities of India, Indore & Bhopal. A thoughtfully designed MP tour plan allows you to witness majestic natural splendour at Pachmarhi, Bhedaghat and experience serene divinity at Ujjain, Omkareshwar and Amarkantak.
KHAJURAHO
Khajuraho, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Madhya Pradesh, is known around the world for its stunning temples adorned by erotic and sensuous carvings. A small town located in the Bundelkhand region, Khajuraho is a brilliant example of Indian architecture and its culture back in the medieval period. The architecture of these Hindu and Jain temples depict the erotic forms of love, the carvings on the walls display passion in the most sensuous yet aesthetic ways.
BHEDAGHAT
Bhedaghat is known for the Dhuandar Falls (Dhuan means smoke and Dhar means flow), a huge cascade of water that falls from a height of 98 feet. Boating in Bhedaghat especially during the moonlit night would surely make up for an unforgettable experience. The boatmen of these place are storytellers that will tell you about the place in the form of interesting stories.The other notable attractions include 64 Yogini Temple and 'Bandar Kudini', a spot where two cliffs are so close.
PACHMARHI
Pachmarhi is the only hill station and is the highest point in Madhya Pradesh. Pachmarhi is also often known as "Satpura ki Rani" or the "Queen of the Satpura Range". Situated at an altitude of 1,067 metres, the picturesque town is a part of UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, home to leopards and bison. Five sandstone cut caves on the hilltop are believed to be the spot where Pandavas stayed in Pachmarhi during their exile, making it a popular spot among religious tourists.
KANHA NATIONAL PARK
Located in a central region of Madhya Pradesh, Kanha National Park is the largest National Park in central India and has been ranked as one of the best parks in Asia. Among the 22 species of large mammals, the royal Bengal tigers are one of the major attractions. One of the best tiger reserves in India, the present-day area stretches over the 940-kilometre square which is divided into two sanctuaries: Hallon and Banjar.
ORCHHA
Orchha is a historical town located on the banks of river Betwa in Madhya Pradesh, known for its grand palaces, and intricately carved temples. Famously known as the city of palaces, it is world-renowned for the classic mural paintings, frescos and Chhatris (cenotaphs) that were constructed to commemorate the Bundela rulers. Orchha's old-world charm casts a spell on tourists from all around the world.
OMKARESHWAR
Stradling the confluence of the rivers Narmada and Kaveri, the holy city of Omkareshwar houses one of the 12 revered Jyotirlingas. Shaped in the form of Hindu religious symbol 'Om', due to the merging of two valleys and a central pool of Narmada waters, it derives its name from 'Omkara' which is just one other name of Lord Shiva. It has two ancient shrines- Omkareshwar and Amarkareshwar.
SANCHI
This large hemispherical dome, more than 50 ft high with a diameter of more than 30m was constructed to honour Lord Buddha and houses many important Buddhist relics. It is meant to serve as a sacred burial mound for the distributed remains of Lord Buddha. Sanchi is known for its ancient Stupas, monasteries, the Ashoka Pillar, Toranas or ornate gateways with intricate carvings.
MOHADI FALLS
The breathtaking sight of water falling from a height is always thrilling, and Mohadi Waterfalls are just the perfect spot where you would take your family to visit for a picnic. Easily accessible, the Waterfall is located at a distance of 30 kms from Indore, it is an idyllic picnic spot if you are looking for a break from the monotony of life and want to be with your family.
AMARKANTAK
Amarkantak, also known as "Teerthraj" (the king of pilgrimages) is located amidst the Vindhya and Satpura mountain ranges in Madhya Pradesh. Situated at an altitude of 1065 meters, Amarkantak is a hill station that offers visitors some of the most exquisite temples that one will ever see. The Narmada river, one of India's Holy Rivers, originates from Amarkantak rendering this place special.