Madhya Pradesh- the heart of India and also the second largest state in India. With its scenic beauty, it has attracted a lot of tourists every year. It is known for its caves, temples and forts. If you really want to look around at the history of the nation, then Madhya Pradesh is the right place. Here are the 10 Tourist Places In Madhya Pradesh That You Should Be Visiting Right Now!
1. Omkareshwar: The place of one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is formed by the River Narmada. The gripping facet is the shape of the island which is like the Hindu symbol. A home for Hindu devotees, is the best place for history lovers.
2. Bandhavgarh: It is One of the most popular national parks and a place for wildlife lovers of India. It is a home to not only tiger,s but also to various birds, reptiles and mammals. The number of the tiger population at Bandhavgarh is reported to be highest in India.
3. Orchha: Just a half an hour fancy ride from Jhansi, Orchha is one of the "must-visit" places in Madhya Pradesh. This famous tourist destination is known for its forts and temples like Jaangir Mahal, Ram Raja Temple, Chaturbhuj Temple and Raja Mahal.
4. Chanderi: A tourist spot surrounded by hills, lakes and forests is one of the hotshot historical tourist spots in Madhya Pradesh. Chanderi has always been a major center of Jain Culture. Key attractions: Jama Masjid, Bada Mahal Darwaza, Koshak Mahal and Kati Ghati Gateway.
5. Sanchi: Famous for its Great Stupa, Sanchi is one of the popular spiritual places in Madhya Pradesh. This Stupa is also a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. It was built by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century. One of the peaceful destinations of Madhya Pradesh.
6. Bhimbetka Rock Shelters: Bhimbetka, an archaeological site, is home to more than 600 rock shelters and caves. Considered under UNESCO world heritage site, the caves feature a large number of paintings. The oldest paintings are found to be 30,000 years old.
7. Khajuraho: Counted under one of the UNESCO World heritage sites in India, Khajuraho is famous for their erotic sculptured temples. Khajuraho is an amazing example of Indian architecture and its culture, which is basically dedicated to Hindus and Jains.
8. Panchmarhi: The only hill station in Madhya Pradesh, is surrounded by beautiful forests. Panchmarhi has a wide range of scenic views, waterfalls and nature spots. When in Panchmarhi, definitely visit- Bee Falls, Pandava Caves, Dhoopgarh, Mahadeo Hill and Handi Khoh.
9. Kanha National Park: The largest national park of Madhya Pradesh, the park is thronged with a swamp deer, and a variety of other animals.The park is well regarded for its research and conservation programs. Kanha is home to over 1000 species of flowering plants. For the one who loves adventure, can go for night Safaris here.
10. Mandu: The lavish home of Mughals, is the paradise for history lovers. The place is known for its architecture, and of course the place portrays the unconditional love between Prince Baz Bahadur and Rani Roopmati. When during Mandu visit- Echo Point, Rani Rupmati's Pavilion, Bagh Caves, Hindola Mahal and Hoshang Shah’s Tomb