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Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh
Tigers, temples and the medieval towns of Orchha and Mandu. The heart of India has some of the country’s best national parks and its most remarkable temple art at Khajuraho.
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Ujjain – Where Time Dances with Divinity
Along the serene banks of the Kshipra River, Ujjain stands as an ancient city that…
Bhopal – The City of Lakes
In India’s heart, Bhopal, known as “The Lake City,” is a vibrant and enchanting destination…
The Matki Dance, Madhya Pradesh
The Matki dance, a lively and energetic folk dance form, originates from the heartland of…
Gwalior Fort: A Gem in Madhya Pradesh
Referred to as ‘the pearl amongst fortresses in India’ by Mughal emperor Babur, the Gwalior…
Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga : The 4th and one of the highly revered Jyotirlinga
Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh has a large prayer hall with about 60…
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga : The 3rd in line of 12 Jyotirlingas
The Mahakaleshwar temple has been built in Maratha, Bhumija and Chalukya architectural styles. It has…
When to go
When to visit Madhya Pradesh
The best time to visit Madhya Pradesh is October to March. April to May, July to September are also good. Try to avoid June (extreme heat). The core zones of the tiger reserves close from July to mid-October. Mandu and Pachmarhi are at their prettiest in the monsoon.
- Best for high Himalayan treks
- Good for winter and lower treks
- Monsoon: most high treks closed
A general guide. Always check local conditions and official dates before you travel.
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