Saturday 27 July 2013

Tervel To Madhya Pradesh

MADHYA PRADESH THE 'HEART OF INCREDIBLE INDIA !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Madhya Pradesh has all the requisites of a much sought-after tourist destination: historical building, wildlife, natural beauty and cultural heritage of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Islam Innumerable monuments, exquisitely carved temples, stupas, forts and palaces are ditted all over the state.

Chhatris, Orchha:

Gwalior is steeped with past splendour. Gwalior Fort was built by Raja Mansingh Tomar and the fort dominates the city like a great monolith. It is one of the finest citadels of India. Emperor Babur described it as the pearl amongst the fortresses of Hind".


Madhav Rao Scindia Chhatri, Shivpuri:

Shivpuri is steeped in the royal legacy of its past it was the summer capital of the Scindia Gwalior. It is also known for Madhav National F a craft centre, famous all over India for its exquisite and brocades. Chanderi, surrounded lakes and forests is very picturesque.


Festival of Dances, Khajuraho:

Khajuraho temples are India's unique gift to the world. Life in every form and has been captured here in stone, testifying to the artistry of the craftsmen. The Khajuraho temples were built in a short span of 950- 1050 A.D., in a truly burst of creativity. Of the 85 original temples, 22 still survive, constituting one world's greatest artistic wonders.
Khajuraho Festival of Dances draws the best classical dancers in the country every year, who perform against the spectacular backdrop of the floodlit temples.



Badal Gate, Chanderi:

The old Chanderi city has a number of Jain temples of the 9th and 10th centuries, a historic fort dating back to the Mughal period and several monuments of the Bundela Rajputs. Chanderi is also famous for its sarees.
The finest exponents of different classical Indian styles like Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Kuchhipudi, Odissi, Manipuri and many more perform here. Chitrakoot is 'the hill of many wonders'. It has a spiritual legacy as it was in the forests of Chitrakoot where Lord Rama and Sita spent 11 years out of their 14 years of exile.




Cruise at upper Lake, Bhopal; Sair Sapata, Bhopal; Bhojeshwar Temple, Bhojpur:

Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh is a fascinating amalgam of scenic beauty, a proud heritage and modern urban planning. Keeping with the modern times and developing Bhopal as a Leisure destination, the tourism department has developed 'Sair-Sapata', a place to visit with family and friends, to indulge in a range of activities from adventure, toy train, musical fountain, jungle trail and the star attraction at the venue is the suspension bridge, which stands as a marvelous engineering feat established by MPT Team. Various food zones also entertain the visitors. To enjoy the spectacular view of the Upper Lake one must partake in a cruise ride, to soak in the picturesque view of Bhopal. A harmonious amalgamation of the old and the new, the old city with its teeming market places, beautiful mosques and quaint palaces still bears the aristocratic imprint of its former rulers.
Bhojpur, 28 km from Bhopal is famous for its exquisite 11 century Shiva temple, Bhojeshwar and the lake built by Raja Bhoja Paramara. The temple also houses an enormous 7.5 ft. shivalingam carved out of a single stone.


Great Stupa No.1, Sanchi:

Pachmarhi, 195 km from Bhopal, is MP's most verdant gem. A lovely hill resort girdled by the Satpura ranges, it offers absolute tranquility. Wildlife enthusiasts are rewarded by glimpses of animal and bird kingdoms in the pristine Satpura National Park. The resort surrounds a world heritage site, Bhimbetka, 46 km from Bhopal on the northern fringe of the Vindhya Mountains. The range is covered with huge rocks and recent discoveries of over 600 rock shelters which have revealed paintings of the early Stone Age.
Sanchi is known for its stupas, monasteries, temples and pillars dating back to the 3r° century B.C. to the 12th century A.D. The 'Sanchi Stupa' was built by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka. A fragment of chunar sandstone pillar, lies near stupa 1 and carries the famous edict of Ashoka warning against schism in the Buddhist community.

Amarkantak:

Kanha's sal and bamboo forests, grasslands and streams stretch over 940 in dramatic natural splendour. This Project Tiger Reserve is home to an a variety of wildlife. It is also the only habitat of the rare hardground 'bara-Besides. There are over 200 species of birds making Kanha a bird wa paradise.
Source of the river Narmada and Sone.


Amarkantak is a great pilgrim the Hindus. Holy ponds, lofty hills, forested surroundings, breathtakingly - water falls and an ever-pervading air of serenity make Amarkantak a much after destination. The marble rocks at Bhedaghat rise to 100 ft on either side Narmada River. Mandu is a celebration in stone of life and joy.






Bandhavgarh:

Bandhavgarh National Park is one place where you can be almot certas spotting a tiger in its natural habitat. Stretching over 448 sq km, Bandhavw National Park is rich in other forms of wildlife like deer, leopard, Sambara-wild boar. It is equally rich in bird life and is home to over 200 speitiE Dominating the park is the Bandhavgarh Fort and numerous pre-historic caves. The Pench Tiger Reserve inspired Rudyard Kipling's famous The Jungle Jungle Book.


Jahaz Mahal Mandu:

As a tribute to the love of the poet-prince Baz Bahadur and his autiful consort, Rani Roopmati, the people of Malwa still sing this euphoric romance. Situated on the banks of the sacred er Shipra, Ujjain, which is the modern name of Ujjayini, abounds in temples with hoary traditions. Desecrated and spoiled time and again, the structures that stand today are ore of a recent date. renovated or rebuilt over the years. The moles form an integral part of the city and contribute to the ntinuity of Ujjain's tradition of greatness. The most famous of these is the Mahakaleshwar, which houses one of the 12 jyotirlingas.

Omkareshwar:

lndore was built by Rani Ahilyabai, the brave Holkar queen. Situated on the banks of the rivers Saraswati and Khan, this vibrant city has some beautiful monuments associated with the medieval Holkar dynasty. Situated on the banks of the river Narmada. Maheshwar is known for its many temples. bathing ghats and the exquisitely woven 'maheshwari sarees'. Situated at the confluence of the Narmada and Kaveri, Omkareshwar is set in picturesque surroundings. Another set of the 12 Jyotirlingas is enshrined here in the temple of Shri Omkar Mandhata.

The land of opportunities... 
'Holiday on Wheels' 

With this innovative venture, Madhya Pradesh Tourism becomes the first state in the country to introduce Caravan Tourism. It offers a luxury drive in total privacy and takes the adventurous tourist to any desired spot. With its launch, it was an instant hit among the adventure seekers. Fully air conditioned, the vehicle is equipped with a microwave, a refrigerator and a LCD TV.


Pride of India - Madhya Pradesh First State to launch Air Taxi: 

MP State Tourism Development Corporation in association with m/s Ventura Air Connect Pvt. Ltd. is the nation's first !rite State Air Operation Service to give air connectivity with the state capital with cities which are not connected by air. A 9-seater Cessna Grand Caravan, the aircraft is fitted with latest Avionics and can fly almost 900 NM non stop with full passenger load. Flying with 2 aircraft, today it connects 7 destinations with Bhopal. It operates almost 16 flights a day giving convenience and comfort to the traveling public coming from within as well as outside the state of Madhya Pradesh.
The magic of Madhya Pradesh is further enhanced by the wide choice of accommodation offered by MP Tourism. Aesthetically designed and complete with all modern amenities. The main focus is on care and comfort.Come to Madhya Pradesh and enjoy the hospitality that comes from the heart.


























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