Madhya Pradesh

Overview

Madhya Pradesh is the heart of India where we can feel/see the human emotions expressed by the stones, can attain the knowledge given by the stones and where stones express the extent of attracting wildlife. It is a state filled with a wide range of attractions starting from wildlife to heritage monuments, fairs and festivals, palaces, forts, mountains, rivers, temples, dense forests and many more attractions. Its stones speak volumes about its glorious past. This state recorded history, several dynasties ruled over this land and left there foot prints in the forms of sculptures, cultures and monuments. Gwalior is the capital city, Madhya Pradesh.

Madhya Pradesh Monuments

It is a state of beautiful monuments. It has three monuments Bhimbetka Caves, Khajuraho temples and Sanchi Buddhist monuments these are honored with the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Their architectural beauty of Madhya Pradesh is the centre of tourist attraction. Some of the other popular monuments are Jai Vilas Palace, Hoshang Shah's Tomb, Rajwada, Jahaz Mahal, Baz Bahadur's Palace and Lal Bagh Palace.

Madhya Pradesh Wildlife

Madhya Pradesh is the state dotted with a wide and rich variety of flora and fauna. It is a centre of attraction for wildlife lovers. It is a home to a wide range of enchanting wildlife, including the endangered ones. Famous wildlife national parks in the state are: Satpura National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National Park, Panna National Park and Pench National Park.

Madhya Pradesh Forts

The forts of Madhya Pradesh remarkable for their architectural beauty they speak about the dynasties which ruled this land in the past. There are several forts such as Asirgarh Fort, Chanderi Fort, Gwalior Fort, Bandhavgarh Fort, Jhansi Fort, Narwar Fort, Gohad Fort and Mandu Fort.

Madhya Pradesh Caves

The caves of Madhya Pradesh are known for their beauty. Recognized as a World Heritage Site, the Bhimbetka Caves are the most famous caves in the state. It represents the prehistoric art and architecture of India. The other popular caves are Bhartrihari Caves, Udaigiri Caves, Bagh Caves and Pandav Caves.

Some other facts about Madhya Pradesh are:

1. Best time to visit-From November to February.
2. Cuisine of Madhya Pradesh-The food of Madhya Pradesh consists of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Wheat, jowar and maize are the main ingredients to need. Some traditional and delicious sweets are Jalebi, Kusli and Cashew Burfi.
3. Shopping in Madhya Pradesh-Madhya Pradesh is known for its handicrafts which is available in its markets. Some of the colorful Chanderi and Maheshwari silk saris and cotton saris with Zari work, Shand-woven carpets, tribal jewelry, wood-carved products, paper mache articles and terracotta products.
4. Accommodation in Madhya Pradesh-This state offers a wide of accommodation options from luxurious hotels to forest lodges.