Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh is an Indian state in the central part of the country. Its administrative centre is the city of Bhopal. The large cities of the region are Jabalpur, Gwalior and Indore.

This region is very popular with the lovers of ancient monuments and active holidays. A temple complex Khajuraho is a UNESCO site. The complex was built in the 9th-10th centuries. There is Panna National Park 30 kilometres away from Khajuraho. On its territory, the tourists can enjoy a fantastic waterfall and swim in crystal waters of the lakes.

In the city Orchha, there is an ancient Orchha Fort which preserved frescoes of the 16th-17th centuries. The main sight of the city is Raj Mahal Palace famous for its wall paintings of God Vishnu.

The monuments of early Buddhist architecture are temples, stupas and monasteries of ancient Sanchi which is in the suburbs of Bhopal. Gwalior Fort is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture.

The active tourists can go on a jeep safari or ride four-wheelers in Bandhavgarh National Park. The total area of the park is 437 square kilometres. The tourists will see Bengal tigers, elephants, porcupines and if the luck will be on your side, a rare four-horned antelope chousingha. Everyone can ride an elephant.

The tourists in a good physical shape can go hiking to Raneh Falls canyon. The canyon consists of many rocky gorges with small and big waterfalls. It is situated in the valley of the Ken River. The tourists can go kayaking, canoeing or rafting.

The tourists with children should not go past an amusement park in Bhopal Kanha Fun City. The best place for family entertainments in Indore is Mayank Blue Water Park. DB City Mall invites everyone to do the shopping. Flying Fox offers a ride in a cable way over the dam in Bhopal.

The Indian cuisine is served in a restaurant Manohar Dairy in the capital city. In Indore, you should definitely visit Kebabsville. A bar Silver Saloon offers an interesting show program.