The picturesque state of Madhya Pradesh is located in the central part of India. It is also known as the heart of India. The capital of this famous Indian state is Bhopal. Madhya Pradesh has become one of the most popular tourist destinations of India. This enchanting state receives hundreds of thousands of visitors all the year around. This spectacular state was the biggest state of India till 1st November 2000. Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Chhatisgarh and Uttar Pradesh border Madhya Pradesh on the four sides.
The beautiful Narmada River straddles Madhya Pradesh, which is the central Indian state. The climate of Madhya Pradesh can be described as sub tropical. Madhya Pradesh experiences a hot dry summer and a comparatively dry winter. The state receives monsoon rains from July to September. The state experiences an average rainfall of 45 inches. The northwestern and the western districts of the state receive about 30 inches of rainfall while heavy rains hit the southeastern districts of the state during the monsoon season.
The highly advanced means of transportation in Madhya Pradesh make it easy for the foreign travelers to reach the various destinations of the state comfortably and within a short time.
What to see in Madhya Pradesh:
The state of Madhya Pradesh is home to lush forests, magnificent monuments; with a wealth of handicrafts that display an impression and exhibit hereditary skills. Here you can find the most unique Block printed fabrics, stuffed leather toys or floor coverings, Folk paintings, bamboo, cane or jute.
The Indian state of Madhya Pradesh is home to many National Parks. The leading National Parks of Madhya Pradesh include the Pench National Park, Panna National Park, Mandla Plant Fossils National Park, Van Vihar National Park, Madhav National Park, Sanjay National Park, Satpura National Park, Kanha National Park and the Bandhavgarh National Park. The Ghatigaon, Bori Natural Reserve, Narwar, and Bhedaghat are some of the important nature reserves of Madhya Pradesh.
Tourist Attractions: Pench National Park, Panna National Park, Bagh Caves, Bori Natural Reserve, and Ken Gharial. The state is also home to a diverse and extensive species of flora and fauna. The flora and fauna of Madhya Pradesh is also a major attraction for the international visitors.
Festivals: Madhya Pradesh is popular for its tribal fairs and festivals, which are a celebration of the ethnic life-styles of the colorful tribes of the land. The tribal festivals in Jhabua are marked by carefree revelry, drinking bouts and exotic entertainment like cock fighting, uninhibited dancing, etc.
Culture: Visit the city of Gwalior, home to great palaces and museums that depict the rich cultural heritage of the state of Madhya Pradesh. The medieval city of Orchha and the Stupas, monasteries, temples and pillars of Sanchi add to the glorious past of the state.
Temples in Madhya Pradesh: You can also explore the unique architectural temples of Khajuraho, while touring Madhya Pradesh. This world-renowned heritage site came up a thousand years ago. The temples of Khajuraho form a must visit on your tour to Madhya Pradesh. The sacred town of Omkareshwar in Madhya Pradesh is a major pilgrimage center visited by thousands of devotees every year. Other than Omkareshwar, the holy city of Ujjain is regarded as a sacred place since times immemorial
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