Archives: Sub Child pages

The renowned scholar poet ‘Bhratrihari’ used to meditate and live in these caves. It is near the River Shipra.

It may not be historical, being only be a little over 10 years old, but the ISKCON Ujjain Temple is definitely worth visiting. The all-white structure is beautiful and stands out like a beacon. The idols, some which include Krishna, Sudama and Radha, are just as lovely and boast fine craftsmanship. The complex is very […]

Near Kal Bhairav Temple lies another must-visit historical site, the Kaliadeh Palace or Sun Temple. It’s wonderful example of Persian architecture with its central dome and pointed arches. The walls feature inscriptions that record the visits of great emperors like Akbar and Jahangir. The complex, meanwhile, features man-made tanks and channels that make for stunning […]

Mangalnath Temple is amongst the most visited Hindu temple in the city. Situated far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, it is visited by devotees in large numbers on a daily basis. It is the only temple dedicated to Mangal and is considered to be one of the most active temples in […]

Constructed in 17th century by Mirza Raja Jaisingh, Shree Ram JanardanMandir is a temple of Shree Ram and Janardan. It is one of the oldest Ujjain Mandir and is a perfect example of Maratha architecture with mind-blowing Maratha paintings and sculptures. The paintings inside the complex portrays scenes from life of Ram and Krishna. All these paintings […]

Dating back to the 19th century, the Dwarkadhish Gopal Mandir is a temple dedicated to the child avatar of Lord Krishna. The temple marks huge architectural significance and resembles the style of Maratha architecture. Dwarikadhish Gopal Mandir follows a marble-spired structure because the ones who built it belonged to the Maratha culture. It was built […]

If you are someone who is already tired of being in the midst of chaos, then the peaceful ambiance and serenity of the place are going to soothe your senses. Surrounded by lush green bushes in Sandipani Ashram, GomtiKund is a sacred water-tank, which is believed to be poured in with waters from all the […]

Located near the Harsiddhi temple, Ram Ghat regards significant legendary facts and marks its popularity because Lord Rama used to come here to bathe in the ghat with his consort, Sita, during the period of exile. The ghat has been listed among the top religious sightseeing in Ujjain. The ghat comprises of a vast area, […]

Built back in the 19th century, the Harisiddhi Temple is one of the fifty-one Shakti Peethas and dedicated to Goddess Harisiddhi. The serenity that the temple has to offer due to its location by the River Shipra attracts a number of tourists from all over the world. According to the legendary fact, one of Sati’s […]

For those going through a critical stage of life and facing anxiety and tension, a visit to the Chintaman Ganesh Temple is a must. It is a famous temple in Ujjain and hosts a grand idol of Lord Ganesha, which is worshipped at the holy shrine. As the name suggests, “Chintaman” indicates the deity as the assurer, […]

The Kalabhairava Temple depicts the Tantra culture, which has always been a significant part of Hinduism. The cultural diversity reflected in the legendary fact of the temple takes us back to the time when black magic thrived abundantly. According to the mythological facts, Kal Bhairava of Ujjain is a manifestation of Lord Shiva and is […]

Mahakaleshwar Temple is one of the most revered temples in Ujjain, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and remains thronged by the Hindu devotees throughout the year. The temple is very popular because of the lingam, which is worshipped as Lord Shiva and is one of the twelve famous Jyotirlingas present in the world. The devotees can witness the […]

The George Castle is located within the Madhav National Park. A visit to the George Castle enables you to have a great view of the Sakhya Sagar Lake. The sight at dusk is simply breathtaking. The George Castle in Shivpuri is located within the mysterious depths of the forests of the Madhav National Park. If […]

Narwar Fort is situated atop a hill, at Narwar in Shivpuri, which stands on a steep scarp of the Vindhya Range. Kachwaha Rajputs are said to have built. The architecture of the fort and palaces is basically Rajput in style. The fort when they occupied Narwar in the 10th century. Outside the walled town are […]

Bankde hanuman temple, Shivpuri is a perfect destination for a great time with your dear ones. Enjoy the attractions of this popular tourist spot. With so much to lure your senses and offer you recreation at its best, get drenched in the spirit of adventure that you get to explore at bankde hanuman temple, Shivpuri. […]

The famous religious place to visit in the Shivpuri region is the siddheshwar temple. The temple, delineating old Hindu culture and engineering, has a major icon of Lord Vishnu. It additionally has delightful symbols of Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesha, Lord Krishna, Lord Rama, Goddess Parvati and Goddess Lakshmi. A yearly reasonable is sorted out at […]

This festival is celebrated with a lot of exuberance as Amarkantak witnesses saints from all over the country during the month of February-March. It is a delight to come visit this place during that time.

Ornithologists, rejoice! The most appropriate place for a bird lover in Shivpuri is the Karera Bird Sanctuary, situated about 55 km from the city of Shivpuri. It hosts a lot of species of birds every year, both migrating birds and the ones who have Shivpuri as their natural habitat. The Karera Bird Sanctuary is host […]

Banganga is an old temple in Shivpuri, which is renowned for its 52 holy kunds. Legend has it that this is exactly the place where Arjuna, shot an arrow in the ground to get water for quenching the thirst of Bhishma which is why it has earned the name Ban(Arrow) Ganga(holiest water body in India).

Panihar is considered to be a holy bathing place in the district of Shivpuri, situated at a distance of around 20 km from Gwalior. It is regarded that once you take a dip here, you are washed off of all your sins and wrongdoings.

The Madhav National Park is flanked by the Sakhya Sagar Lake. It was created back in the 1920s on the Manier River in the district of Shivpuri. One can find a large number of reptiles, marsh crocodiles, Indian Pythons and Monitor Lizards in it. This conglomeration of the SathyaSagar Lake and the Madhav National Park […]

Bhadaiya Kund is a natural spring, known for high mineral content. Several tourists visit this picnic spot near Shivpuri, especially during the monsoon season.

The Madhav Vilas Palace is just that run-of-the-mill yet immensely sophisticated edifice that every rule once built during his reign to show his wealth and clout. Brushed in a soft tinge of rose pink, this lavish residence served as the summer palace of the Scindias. It is yet another magnificent example of the display of […]

Set in a formal Mughal garden and constructed by under the rule of the Scindias, the Chhatri is one of the famous monuments that shows a fine blend of both Mughal as well as Hindu culture. The Hindu-Islamic fusion is so much that there is a Mughal garden in the backyard that has the royal […]

Spread over a sprawling area of 157 sq km in the district of Shivpuri, is the Madhav National Park. It is one of the major wildlife parks in the district. Blessed with perennial carpeting of the conifers and the squeaky cleanliness in air, this park boasts of some of the most exquisite species like the […]

This track running close to the edge of the water bodies is an excellent area for spotting all varieties of animals. After the monsoon season however, most of it is submerged until the water levels once again recede. During the rest of the year, it is quite common to come across huge herds of deer […]

This area is worth sightseeing for visitors. It starts from slopy hill, bamboo forest to a huge pond close to the border of the park. It is a perfect area for raptors. Above all, there are some other attractions to explore in Pench like Raiyakassa, Doob Road, and Kalapahad. Travelling to all these places give […]

The Alikatta area appears to be the hub around which the park is planned. All tracks seem to wind their way in different directions only to all end at Alikatta. It is a fascinating expanse of grassland (when it isn’t submerged under water!), where it is possible to come across any of the animals found […]

This spot is arguably the prettiest location in all of Pench National Park. As the winding track comes to a dead end, it brings you to the bank of the river Pench dotted with rocks and artistic looking trees. In the summer months, bushes with white flowers run all along the bank. To see these […]

The Raneh Falls are formed when the Ken river falls from the canyons of the Rewa Plateau about 20 km from Khajuraho. The Ken Crocodile sanctuary is in the vicinity of the Raneh Falls itself. One can find the exquisite Gharials, chinkaras, peacocks and blue bulls over here.

The 22nd tiger reserve of India and the fifth in the state of Madhya Pradesh, Pana National Park is located in Panna and Chhatarpur districts. Known worldwide for its plentiful wildlife and avifauna, the national park covers an area of around 542.67 km square. Panna Tiger Reserve was found as the best managed and maintained […]

The Baldeoji Temple has been inspired by a Roman architecture and has a gothic feel to it. The temple consists of a large hall called mahamandapa with massive pillars and is built on a raised platform so that one may obtain darshan even from outside the main gate. The attractive image of Shri Baldeoji is […]

This is another temple that holds a lot of historical significance given to the fact that it is believed that Goddess Padmavati is the protector of the prosperity and happiness of Panna. This is also the place that Mahapati Chhatrasal accept as his Raj Lakshmi.

The place where the peripatetic sage Mahamati Prannath and his disciples, who on reaching Panna realized the message of the awakening of one’s soul. Constructed in 1692, this structure is inspired from both Hindu and Muslim architectural styles and beliefs. The major attraction of this shrine is a circular building with nine marble domes called […]

This is the most important Hindu Temple in the town of Panna. The structure of the temple is inspired by the typical Bundela temple style. It is believed that a pilgrimage of the four Dhams is considered incomplete, if it does not conclude with a visit of the Jugal Kishoreji Temple.

Asia’s biggest and only active diamond mine is situated in Madhya Pradesh due to this it is also known as treasure land. A tour to Panna diamond mine will answer all the mystery about diamond farming. Majhagaon diamond mine is laid down over an area of 50 km belt, starting from the Paharikhera North-East to […]

Located within the territory of the Panna National Park, as the name suggests this place is where the Pandavas sought haven during their exile. Mythology enthusiasts, rejoice! This location is definitely going to leave you in awe, with the waterfalls, the deep lake and the lush green environs making it a perfect setting for your […]

Set up in 1981, Satpura National Park is 524 sq km in area. It spreads through dense forest of evergreen sal, teak and bamboo. The high peaks of Dhoopgarh and Mahadeo, Bori’s legendary teak and bamboo forests, Pachmarhi’s fascinating natural beauty of deep valleys, high mountains, rivulets, waterfalls and Tawa’s vast reservoir combine to give […]

One of the most beautiful cascades in Pachmarhi, the Duchess Falls crash over a hundred meters creating a majestic roar. The beautiful waterfalls bifurcate into three different cascades and a tourist has to travel for 4km to reach the base of the first cataract.  

Rajat Prapat waterfall tears through the rugged hillsides of Satpura and the greenery that covers it from a height of 107 metres in one single, cascading fall. When the sun shines on it, the fall looks like a stream of shining silver and hence it got its name, as rajat’ means silver in Hindi. During […]

Easily accessible from Jai Stambh, this ‘fairy pool’ is an ideal picnic spot for families with small children, since the pool is shallow, deepening only towards the base of the fall. From Jaistambha reach Pandava Caves and from there, drive less than 1 km. One has to do trekking of 2 km. on hilly tracks. […]

Spectacular fall in the stream which provides drinking water to Pachmarhi. The bathing pools above the fall are very popular. Bees fall is hardly 2 km. from Jaistambha. This water-stream flows and jumps into the valley to make one of the most beautiful waterfalls of Pachmarhi. Fall makes a sound like thousands of Bees are […]

This vantage viewing point marks the place from where Pachmarhi was discovered by Captain Forsyth in 1857. The British developed Pachmarhi as a resort and their influence is embodied in its churches and colonial architecture.

Witness the prehistoric rock paintings at the Chieftain’s cave which is located at the Satpura Forest Reserve. This is one of the best tourist places in Pachmarhi surrounded by numerous rock caves around the region. The cave is situated amidst the deep forest and it is advised to take a tour guide to explore this […]

Take a road trip and explore this historical beauty while in Pachmarhi which is known for its ruins which is quite fascinating. The palace may have crumbled down with time, but the ruins still fascinate the people who visit this place. Built in a secluded two-storey structure, this place can be spotted right from the […]

This is one of the amazing places to visit in Pachmarhi where one can witness the spectacular sunset. The name of the place is given in honour of the first president of India – Dr Rajendra Prasad who frequently visited this place. Quite an ideal place for the people who want to capture the surreal […]

Surrounded by verdant forests and hills, Handi Khoh is another popular tourist spot in Pachmarhi. This is a V-shaped ravine, 300 feet deep, created by two massive hills. Local people believe this place was a lake earlier, which had dried up by the wrath of a huge snake, who used to guard this place. Today, […]

If you are in pursuit of peace and relaxation, Mahadeo Hills is the right choice for you. With an altitude of 1363 mt, Mahadeo is a spectacular sandstone hill providing stunning views of the surrounding forests and valleys. Moreover, Mahadeo Hills is also known for an age-old Shiva temple and a few natural caves.

Of all the tourist attractions, Jata Sankar cave is one of greatest places to visit in Pachmarhi. Spiritual sources reveal that Lord Shiva concealed himself from the fury of Bhashmasur here. This is a beautiful limestone cave comprising stalactites and stalagmites that look like the matted hair of Lord Shiva, hence named as Jata Sankar […]

Pandava Caves is one of the best places to visit in Pachmarhi. With the backdrop of spectacular Satpura ranges, Pandava cave is a group of 5 rock-cut Buddhist temples. Mythological sources reveal that these temples were offered to 5 Pandavas for shelter during their exile period, hence the name. Built in the 9th century, these […]