Major Tourist Attractions in Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh, in the heart of India, is a state known for its serene pilgrimages, heritage, wildlife, and cultures. The capital city of Madhya Pradesh is Bhopal, whereas the largest city is Indore. By area, it is the second-largest state of India and offers a culturally rich history for tourists to explore while immersing in the mysteries and stories from the past. Here are the top five attractions in Madhya Pradesh for you to explore.

Pachmarhi

Pachmarhi is a mesmerizing hill station in Madhya Pradesh, also known as Queen of the Satpura Range. It is at 1067 m and home to Bison and Leopards. Pachmarhi comes under UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and offers spellbinding views of lush green forests, waterfalls and streams. So people from nearby cities of Madhya Pradesh visit Pachmarhi and enjoy a perfect weekend getaway from their busy lifestyle. Also, you will find various colonial-style architecture churches in the region to explore. The best time to visit Pachmarhi is between October to June this summer, and the monsoon offers pleasant weather in Pachmarhi.

Bhopal

Bhopal is the capital city of Madhya Pradesh and a serene location to explore. Its significance lies with the artificial lakes located in Bhopal, giving it the nickname: The City of Lakes. The two lakes include Upper and Lower Lake, splitting the old and new Bhopal. Towards the north lies the old Bhopal, full of bustling bazaars, alleys, haveli and mosques. However, to the South is the new Bhopal with wide roads, shopping complexes, and magnificent infrastructure. A famous place to visit in Bhopal is Tal Ul Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India. It was built by Shah Jahan Begum, the third female ruler of Bhopal. The best time to visit the city of lakes is during winters from October to March and monsoons from July to September.

Bhimbetka

Bhimbetka is an archaeological site full of rock shelters. It exposes the human life of the earliest traces on the Indian subcontinent. So it has the history from where the South Asian Stone Age began. In 2003 Bhimbetka was declared a World Heritage Site where tourists will find over 500 rock shelters, paintings, and caves. The best time to visit Bhimbetka is from October till March and explore the history and stories of the stone age. However, avoid going in the summers due to the scorching heat during the season.

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