In Madhya Pradesh,
Gwalior is the state’s northernmost city and a convenient entry
point. Gwalior’s landmark is its hilltop fort which contains a fine
museum and an ancient temple, among, other monuments. 120 km from
Gwalior is the medieval city of Orchha with exquisite palaces
and cenotaphs. Built by an 11th century king of the Bundela dynasty,
Orchha is now a ghost city containing the remains of what must have
been once spectacularly lovely monuments, and which combine Hindu and
Muslim architectural. traditions. Shivpuri, atop a plateau,
contains two picturesque lakes and a national park that abounds in
species of deer and antelope. Khajuraho, an obscure village, no
more than a clearing in the jungle, now captures world attention for
its 22 temples built by rulers of the Chandela dynasty. Each temple,
built of stone, is distinguished by carved spires and walls, where the
subjects range from aesthetic depictions of major and minor deities
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Bhopal |
Bhopal, the capital
of the state of Madhya Pradesh, has grown around a large lake, the
ornamental newer part of the city being roughly opposite the
labyrinthine lanes of the old town. Craft – notably velvet handbags
studded with stones, and lacy silverwork - is practised in narrow
alleyways that lead off from domed mosques in the old city. Bharat
Bhavan is a showcase of Indian art, folk traditions, sculpture and a
centre for the performing arts as well. Bhimbetka, a few hours’
drive from Bhopal, is the site for spectacular cave paintings;
Udaygiri, another excursion from Bhopal, has notable cave
sculptures of religious themes. Sanchi is an unmatched
repository of Buddhist art and architecture. Located on a secluded
hill crowned by a group of stupas and gateways, it occupies a unique
position in the history of Buddhism. Its stupas, chaityas, temples,
monasteries and gateways are embellished by the most delicate carvings
that depict various incidents in the Buddha’s life as well as
important teachings. Good guide services, an essential part of
sightseeing in Sanchi, are available here. A 90 km drive from
Indore takes one across a narrow gorge, after the horizon widens
abruptly, to reveal the deserted city of Mandu. Built as a
testament of love by a Muslim ruler for his Hindu queen, Mandu’s air
of, serenity and spaciousness offsets to perfection its palaces,
temple and mosque which lie scattered over the 75 km of Mandu’s
fortified area. Most interesting of all is the imaginative use that
has been made of the surroundings. Thus Jahaz Mahal or Ship Palace is
actually built in a pond on which it appears to float, and Hindola
Mahal or Swing Palace gives every appearance of living up to its name.
Altitude
:
572 metres.
Temperature (deg C) : Summer- Max 47.7, Min 24.9;
Winter- Max 24.5, Min 9.1.
Best Season : October to March.
TRANSPORT AND
COMMUNICATION :
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Air
: Indian Airlines connect Bhopal with
Bombay,Delhi,Gwalior,Indore & Raipur
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Rail
: Bhopal on the main line is connected by rail to major
cities in India.
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Road
: Good motorable roads connect Bhopal to Bombay-789 km,
Aurangabad-588 km, Ahmedabad-571 km, Agra-523 km, Delhi-728 km,
Gwalior-422 km, Indore-187 km, Ujjain-189 km, Sanchi-46 km,
Khajuraho-387 km, Mandu-290 km, Pachmarhi-210 km etc.
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Bus Services
:
Regular bus services connect Bhopal with Sanchi, Indore, Ujjain,
Mandu and Pachmarhi.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Taj-ul-Masjid (3 km), Juma
Masjid (5.5 km), Moti Masjid (4.5 km), Shaukat Mahal (4 km), Bharat
Bhawan and Roopankar, Shamla and Idgah Hills. Chowk, Upper and Lower
Lake (5.5 km), Gandhi Bhavan, Van Vihar.
Museums :
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Birla Museum 0900 - 1700
Hrs. Closed on Mondays.
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Central museum 1030 -
1700 Hrs. Closed on Sundays.
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State museum 1000 - 1700
Hrs. Closed on Mondays.
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Tribal Research &
Development Institute 1030 - 1700 Hrs. Closed on Sundays & Second
Saturdays.
Excursions :
Bhimbetka (40 km), Bhojpur
(28 km), Chiklod (45 km), Dhelwadi (62 km), Islamnagar (11 km), Neori
(6 km), Raisen (47 km), Sanchi (46 km), Vidisha (56 kms), Ginnorgarh
Fort (61 km).
Tourist
Information Centre :
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Madhya Pradesh State
Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., 4th floor, Gangotri, T.T.Nagar,
Bhopal-462003. Tel: 554340/43
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Sanchi |
Sanchi has the singular
distinction of having specimens of almost all kinds of Buddhist
architectural forms, stupas, chaityas, temples and monasteries - the
finest examples of Buddhist creative art and sculpture in the country.
The architectural pieces and sculptures displayed here include the
Ashoka pillar and images of Buddha and Kushan.
Altitude
:
427 metres.
Temparature (deg
C) : Summer- Max 45, Min 25; Winter- Max 22.5, Min 10.
Best season
:
October to March.
TRANSPORT AND
COMMUNICATION :
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Air :
Nearest airport is Bhopal (46 kms).
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Rail
: Sanchi lies on the Jhansi-Itarsi section of the Central Railway.
First class passengers on mail and express trains can request for a
halt at Sanchi. However Bhopal is convenient railhead.
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Road
:
Good motorable roads connect Sanchi to Bhopal (46 kms), Vidisha (10
kms) Indore (232 kms) etc.
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Local Transport
:
Taxis, Tongas & bicycles are available for local sightseeing and
excursion.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Great Stupa No.1 , Toranas
or Gateways, Stupa No. 2, Stupa no. 3, Ashoka Pillar, Buddhist Vihara,
Monasteries.
Timing for the above monuments : 0900 - 1700 Hrs.
Archaeological Survey of
India Museum.
Timing : 0900 - 1700 Hrs.
Excursions :
Andhara and Pipalilya
(17.7 and 12 km), Besnagar (12 km), Gyaraspur (41 km), Raisen Fort (23
km), Sonari and Satdhara (10 km), Udaigiri (13 km).
INFORMATION CENTRE
:
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Manager, M.P.S.T.D.C.,
Travellers Lodge, Sanchi. Tel : 223.
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The Superintendent,
Archaeological Survey of India, Sanchi. Tel : 227.
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Madhya Pradesh State
Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., 4th Floor, Gangotri, T.T.Nagar,
Bhopal-462003, Tel : 554340-3
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Madhya Pradesh state
Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., 74, World Trade Centre, Cuffe
Parade, Colaba, Bombay-400005. Tel : 2187603, 2184860.
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Gwalior |
Gwalior is named after a
legendary Saint Gwalipa of 8th Century A.D. It is also sacred to the
memory of the heroic queen Rani of Jhansi and Tatya Tope.
General
information
Area : 82
sq. km.
Altitude : 212 mts.
Temparature : Max Min
Summer : 46 Deg. 21 Deg.
Winter : 22 Deg. 6 Deg.
Season : October to March.
Transport and
Communication
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Air
: Regular Indian Airlines Services connect Gwalior with Delhi,
Bhopal, Indore, Bombay.
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Fare
: Bombay - Gwalior Rs. 2112/-
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Rail
: Gwalior is connected to all major cities in India.
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Fare
: Bombay - Gwalior : Ist class Rs. 682/- (Approx) IInd class Rs.
222/- (Approx)
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Road
: Gwalior is well connected by good roads. Certain important
road distances are Agra 118 km, Bhopal 420 km, Delhi 318 km,
Khajuraho 280 km, Sanchi 344 km, Shivpuri 112 km, Indore 486 km,
Bombay 1086 km.
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Local Transport :
City buses, Autorickshaws, tongas, taxis.
PLACES OF INTEREST
The Cenotraphs, Man Singh
Palace, Man Mandir Palace, Gujari Mahal, Suraj Kund, Teli ka Mandir,
Sas Bahu ka Mandir, Rani Jhansi Memorial, Tombs of Tansen and Ghaus
Mohammad, Jai Vilas Palace, Gandhi Park, Zoo Municipal Corporation
Museum, Jivaji Rao Scindia Museum.
EXCURSIONS
Tigra's Dam ( 23 km),
Pawaya (68 km), Datia (68 km), Orchha (120 km), Shivpuri (112 km),
Chanderi (209 km).
NARWAR : Narwar 128 km from Gwalior and 56 km from Shivpuri. is the
traditional capital of Raja Nala. The place is mentioned as Nalpura (Nala's
town) in a number of medieval sanskrit inscriptions. The Narwar Fort
is 500 feet above the surrounding country. Though it is now in a
dilapidated condition, yet judging from the remains it seems likely
that in the flourishing days it might have been second to the Gwalior
Fort in magnificence. The architecture of the remains is Rajput in
style with flat ceilings, fluted columns and arches. Near the fort are
the Jai Stambha, Sati monument, Ladu ungalow, Chhip Mahal, Makardwaj
Tal, Kacheri mahal, Sikandar Lodi's Mosque, Jail Kambha.
TOURIST
INFORMATION CENTRE :
-
Madhya Pradesh State
Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., C\O Hotel Tansen, 6, Gandhi
Road, Gwalior. Tel : 21568, 26742
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Madhya Pradesh State
Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. 4th floor, Gangotri, T.T Nagar,
Bhopal - 462003 Tel: 554340/1/2/3.
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Madhya Pradesh State
Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., 74, World Trade Centre, Cuffe
Parade, Colaba, Bombay - 400 005. Tel : 2187603, 2184860.
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Orchha |
Orchha had the
distribution of being the capital of one of the largest and most
powerful kingdoms of Central India. It was founded in the 16th Century
by the Bundela cheiftan Rudra Pratap. Dotting the landscape are
numerous shrines, memorials and palaces each contributing to the
legend that is Orchha.
TRANSPORT
AND COMMUNICATION :
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Air
: Nearest airport is Gwalior (120 km)
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Fare
: Bombay - Gwalior - Rs. 2112/-
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Rail
: Nearest railhead is Jhansi (19 km)
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Fare
: Bombay - Jhansi: Ist Class Rs. 611/- IInd Class Rs. 158/-
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Road
: Orchha lies on the Jhansi - Khajuraho road, Regular bus
services connect Orchha with Jhansi.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Jehangir Mahal, Raj Mahal,
Raj Praveen Mahal, Ram Raja Temple, Chaturbhuj Temple, Laxmi Narayan
Temple, Phool Bagh, Dinman Hardaul's Palace, Sunder Mahal, Cenotraphs,
Shahid Smarak.
INFORMATION
CENTRES :
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Tourist Bureau, Prakash
Hotel, Civil Lines, Jhansi. Tel : 1267.
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Madhya Pradesh State
Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., 4th floor, Gangotri, T.T.Nagar,
Bhopal-460002 Tel : 554340-3
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Madhya Pradesh State
Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., 74, World Trade Centre, Cuffe
Parade, Bombay - 400 005. Tel : 2187603, 2184860.
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Khajurho |
The capital of the
Chandela Kings, Khajuraho is famous for its magnificent temples
dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and the Jain Tirthankaras. These
temples are built between 950 A.D. and 1050 A.D. The temples of
Khajuraho represent some of the most exquisite specimens in medieval
India, only 22 temples out of 85 now survive.
Temparature
Max. Min.
Summer 47 Deg. C. 21 Deg. C.
Winter 32 Deg. C. 4 Deg. C.
Rainfall 114 cm. (July-September)
Best Season October to March.
Transport and
Communication :
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Air
: Indian Airlines services connect Khajuraho with Delhi.
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Rail
: Jhansi (175 Km.) and Satna (117 Km.) are the two convinient
railheads to visit Khajuraho from Bombay, Delhi & Madras. However
Harpalpur (110 Km,) is the nearest railhead to visit Khajuraho.
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Road
: Khajuraho is connected with major tourist centres by good
motorable roads. Some important distances from Khajuraho are: Agra
(395 km), Allahabad (285 km), Bandhavgarh (237 km), Bhopal (372 km)
Chitrakoot (176 km), Delhi (590 km), Jabalpur (296 km) Lucknow (267
km) and Varanasi (415 km)
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Bus service
: Direct bus services connect Khajuraho with Panna, Satna, Rewa,
Jabalpur, Jhansi, Harpalpur, Mahoba, Bhopal, Indore and Agra.
Places of Interest
The temples of Khajuraho
are divided into three geographical groups viz, Western, Eastern, and
Southern groups.
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Western Group of Temples
Chausath Yogini Temple, Kandariya Mahadeo Temple, Devi Jagdamba
Temple, Chitragupta Temple,Vishwanath Temple, Parvati Temple,
Lakshmana Temple, Matangeshwara Temple.
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Eastern Group of Temples
Brahma Temple, Vamana Temple, Parsvanath Temple, Ghantai Temple.
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Southern Group of
Temples
Dulhadeo Temple, Chaturbhuj Temple.
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Archaeological Museum
The museum has a collection of sculpture, inscriptions and
architectural objects.
Timings: 1000-1700 hrs. Closed on Fridays.
Excursions
Dhubela Museum : 64 km.
Located on the bank of the lake, the museum houses a wide variety of
Shakti Cult Sculpture. There are different sections on garments,
weapons and paintings.Timings : 1000 -1700 hrs. Closed on Mondays and
Gazetted holidays.
Beni Sagar 11 km; Panna
Diamond Mines 56 km; Panna National Park 60 km; Pandav Falls 35 km;
Raigarh Palace 25 km; Raneh Falls 20 km; Ranguan Lake 25 km; Ajaygarh
Fort 80 km; Kalingar Fort 125 km; Nachana 100 km.
Information Centre
-
Government of India
Tourist Office, Opp. Western Group of Temples, Khajuraho - 471606.
Tel: 2047
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Regional Office, Madhya
Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., Tourist Bungalow
Complex, Khajuraho - 471606. Tel : 2051.
-
Madhya Pradesh State
Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., 4th Floor, Gangotri, T.T.Nagar,
Bhopal-462003. Tel : 554340-3
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Indore |
Situated on the banks of
the river Saraswati and Khan. Indore was planned and founded by Rani
Ahilyabai Holkar and derives its name from the 18th century Indreshwar
Temple. Indore is a flourishing industrial city with a proud past.
Chief attraction is the Kanch Mandir or Glass Temple of the Digamber
Jains the walls, floor and ceiling of which are lavishly inlaid with
glass and mother of pearl. Palaces and cenotaphs of the former rulers
are other attractions.
Temperature
(deg C) : Summer Max- 40.5, Min- 27; Winter Max- 30.4, Min- 15.
Rainfall : 110 cms (July to September).
Best Season : September to March.
TRANSPORT
AND COMMUNICATION :
-
Air
: Indore is linked directly with Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Bombay,
Delhi, Gwalior by Indian Airlines. Vayudoot connects Indore to
Bombay & Pune. Continental Airlines operates flights from Indore to
Bhopal, Bombay and Raipur.
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Rail
: Indore is on Western Railway and is connected to major
cities of India.
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Road
: Indore is connected by good motorable roads. Some important
distances are:- Agra 605 kms, Ahmedabad 456 kms, Bhopal 187 kms,
Bombay 602 kms, Delhi 809 kms, Gwalior 486 kms, Khajuraho 574 kms,
Maheshwar 90 kms, Mandu 105 kms, Ujjain 53 kms etc.
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Bus Service
: Regular bus services connect Indore with Ahmedabad, Aurangabad,
Bhopal, Bombay, Gwalior, Mandu, Maheshwar, Sanchi, Ujjain etc.
CONDUCTED TOURS
Itinerary : Indore-
Mandu- Indore (1 night and 2 days).
Fare : Rs.499 / head (inclusive of transport, lodging, boarding
& sightseeing)
Resvn.: MPSTDC Tourist Bungalow, Behind Ravindra Natyagriha,
Indore, Tel.38888
PLACES OF INTEREST
Chhatri Bagh (3.5 km),
Gita Bhavan (4.5 km), Lalbaug Palace, Bada Ganapati, Juna Rajwada (1
km), Kanchi Mandir or Hukumchands Temple (2.5 km), Annapurna Temple,
Kendriya Sangrahalaya (Museum and Art Gallery) Timings: 1000-1700 hrs.
Closed on Fridays
EXCURSIONS
Bagh Caves (153 km) :
There are 9 caves of which only 5 have survived, Cave No. 4 known as
Rang Mahal is the most magnificent. Ujjain (53 km) : One of the seven
sacred cities of India. Situated on the banks of the river Kshipra.
The Mahakal temple dedicated to Lord Shiva enshrining a Jyotirlinga is
beleived to be of great antiquity.
Mandu (99 km) : Mandu has
many historical monuments like Jahaz Mahal, Hindola Mahal, Jama Masjid,
Asharfi Mahal, Baz Bahadur 's Palace & Rani Rupmati's Pavilion.
MAHESHWAR (90 km) :
Situated on the banks of river Narmada, This town was arlier known as
Maheshmati. It gained importance under Rani Ahilya Bai Holkar who
constructed many temples and ghats on the banks of the Narmada.
OMKARESHWAR (77 km) : It
has numerous medieval temples. Perhaps the most important is the Shri
Omkareshwar Mahadeo temple enshrining one of the twelve Jyotirlingas
of India. Accomodation Facility available at Indore.
INFORMATION CENTRE
:
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Regional Office, Madhya
Pradesh State Tourism Development Corp. Ltd., Behind Ravindra
Natyagriha. Tel: 38888
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Madhya Pradesh State
Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., 4th floor, Gangotri, T.T.Nagar,
Bhopal - 462003. Tel : 554340-3
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Ujjain |
One of the oldest and
holiest of Indian cities, Ujjain is situated on the banks of river
Shipra. It is one of the venues of the Kumbh Mela.
Altitude
: 492 mts.
Climate (deg C) : Summer- Max. 40, Min. 20; Winter-
Max. 28, Min. 10.
Rainfall : 101 cms (July to September).
Best Season : September to March.
TRANSPORT AND
COMMUNICATION :
-
Air
: Nearest Airport Indore (53 km) is connected to Bombay by
Indian Airlines Continental Airways also operates flights from
Bombay to Indore.
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Rail
: Ujjain is a railway station on the Western Railway.
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Road
: Good Motorable roads connect Ujjain with Ahmedabad (402
kms), Bhopal (183 kms), Bombay (655 kms), Delhi (774 kms), Gwalior
(451 kms), Indore (53 kms) and Khajuraho (570 kms) etc.
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Bus Service
: Regular bus services connect Ujjain with Indore,
Bhopal, Ratlam, Gwalior, Mandu, Dhar, Kota and Omkareshwar etc.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Bharatahari Cave, Gopal
Mandir, Jantar Mantar, Kailadah Palace, Mahakali Temple, Sandipani
Ashram, Shipra Ghats.
Vikram University Museum: The museum has a large collection of
sculptures, inscriptions & coins. Timings: 1100 to 1700 hours.
Dist. Archaeological Museum: The museum has a collection of sculptures
and inscriptions. Timmings: 0800-1100 hours and 1400-1700 hours.
EXCURSIONS
Agar (66 kms) : An ancient
archaeological site.
Devas (37 kms) : Temple of Devji.
Maksi (39 kms) : Famous for Jain Temples.
Nagada (60 kms) : An industrial town with ancient temples.
TOURIST
INFORMATION CENTRES :
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Shipra Hotel (MPSTDC),
University Road, Tel: 25448, 25237.
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Madhya Pradesh State
Tourism Development Corporation Limited, 4th Floor, Gangotri, T.T.
Nagar, Bhopal- 462 003. Tel: 554340-3.
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Kanha National Park |
Kanha National Park in the
Mandla District spreads over 1,945 sq.km of dense sal forests,
interspersed with extensive meadows and trees and clumps of wild
bamboo. This area known as Kipling Country' is where all the jungle
books of Rudyard Kipling were conceived.
Area :
1,945 sq.kms.
Altitude : 600-900 metres.
Temperature (deg C) : Summer- Max 40.6, Min 23.9;
Winter- Max 23.9, Min 1.1.
Rainfall : 152 cms.
Best Season : April to June and November to
January.
(The park is closed from July to Mid November during monsoon)
TRANSPORT AND
COMMUNICATION :
-
Air :
Nagpur (266 kms) is the nearest Airport to visit Kanha National Park
connected by Indian Airlines flights with Bombay.
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Rail
: Jabalpur (169 km) is the convenient rail head to visit
Kanha.
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Road
: Kanha National Park is connected by road with Jabalpur 175
km, Khajuraho 445 km, Nagpur 266 km, Mukki 25 km, Raipur 219 km.
Within the park: Koshi - Kanha (9 kms), Kishi - Katia (4 kms), Kishi
- Mukki (32 kms). S.T.
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Bus service :
Route Timings Jabalpur-Kanha 0700,1100 hrs Kanha-Jabalpur 0700,1100
hrs
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Local Transport
: The Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development
Corporation (MPSTDC) operates a Jeep Service for vistors to go
around in the park. Booking can be made through the Manager, MPSTDC,
Log huts, Kisli. Wild Chalet Resorts at village Mocha, Kanha can
also arrange for local sightseeing.
WHAT TO SEE
Wild life in the
park :
The main attractions are Tiger, Bison, Gaur, Sambar, Chital,
Barasingha, Barking Deer, Black Deer, Black Buck, Chousihgha, Nilgai,
Mouse Deer, Sloth Bear, Jackal Fox, Porcupine, Hyaena, Jungle Cat,
Python, Pea fowl, Hare, Monkey, Mongoose, Tiger, Leapord etc. can also
be seen here.
Birds species in
the park :
Storks, Teals, Pintails, Pond Herons, Egrets, Peacock, Pea Fowl,
Jungle Fowl, Spur Fowl, Patridges, Quails, Ring Doves, Spotted
Parakeets, Green Pigeons, Rock Pigeons, Cuckoos, Papihas, Rollers, Bee
Eater, Hoopes, Drongos, Warblers, King Fishers, Wood Peckers, Finches,
Orioles, Owls, Fly Catchers.
Museum (closed on
Wednesdays)
There is a museum at kanha depicting attributes and activities of the
park and tribal culture.
TIMINGS FOR PARK
EXCURSIONS :
15 Nov to 15 Feb. Sunrise to 1200 and 1500 to Sunset
16 Feb to 30 Apr. Sunrise to 1200 and 1600 to Sunset
1 may to 30 June Sunrise to 1100 and 1700 to Sunset
Visitors are advised to
reach the gate half an hour in advance to complete the formalities for
entry into the park. Entry Fee: Rs.2/- Adult Rs.1/- Child Vehicle
Entry Fee: Mini bus & Van Rs.15/- Light motor vehicles Rs.10/- Car,
Jeep Rs.10/- Photography Fee: Still camera : Free 8 mm movie : Rs.10/-
16 mm movie : Rs.50/- 35 mm movie : Rs.200/- Guide charges: Rs.3/- per
light motor vehicle Rs.5/- per vehicle carrying more than 8 persons.
Elephant charges: For 4 person Rs.20/- hour Tiger viewing on Elephant:
Rs.5/- per adult Rs.2.50/- per child
TOURIST
INFORMATION CENTRES :
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The Manager, Madhya
Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., Log Hut, Kisli,
Bhopal.
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The Field Director,
Project Tiger, Kanha Tiger Reserve, Mandla - 481661. Tel : 2232.
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Bandavgarh National Park |
The Bandhavgarh National
Park lies in the heart of the Vindhyan Mountain Range in central
India. Besides its enchanting landscape formed by the Sal forest in
the valleys and majestic tree clad hills in the back-drop. It is
famous for a wide variety of wild-life and archaeological remains of
the Kalchuri period.
The park area is hilly and is dominated by the majestic Bandhavgarh
fort, built in 14th century. The fort and the adjacent hills have a
large number of caves belonging to the pre-historic period.
Area :
280 sq. kms.
Altitude : 400 to 810 metres.
Climate (deg C) : Summer- Max 41.4, Min 26; Winter-
Max 21.1, Min 9.6.
Rainfall : 1174 mms.
Best Season : March to June.
The park is closed from July to Mid-November.
TRANSPORT AND
COMMUNICATION :
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Air : Khajurao (230 kms) is the most convenient airport connected by
Indian Airlines flights with Agra, Delhi, Varansi.
-
Rail
:
The nearest railhead Umaria (30 kms) is on the Katni-Bilaspur
section of South-Eastern Railway. Another convenient railhead Satna
(117 kms) is on the Bombay-Howrah main line of the Central Railway.
Road : Bandhavgarh National Park is situated on the
Satna-Umaria & Rewa-Umaria highway. Some of the important road
distances are: Khajuraho (via Satna) 230 kms, Varanasi (via Rewa)
340 kms, Katni 75 kms, Rewa 115 kms, Umaria 30 kms, Kanha 250 kms
etc.
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Bus :
S.T. Bus Services are available from Rewa, Satna, Katni and Umaria.
WHAT TO SEE :
Wildlife in the
park
Tiger, Leopard, Bear, Bison, Chital, Sambhar,
Nilgai,Chinkara,Chowsingha,Barking deer, Wild Pig, Hyaena, Porcupine.
Some of the bird
species in the park
Peacock, Paradise fly catchers, Jungle Fowl, Golden and Black headed
Orioles, Yellow Ioras, Red-vented Bulbuls, Blue Jays, Purple Sunbirds,
Green Barbets and Mynahs.
TOURIST
INFORMATION CENTRES :
-
The Manager, Madhya
Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., White Tiger Forest
Lodge, Bandhavgarh, M.P.
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The Divisional forest
officer, Divisional Tourist office, Bandhavgarh N. Park, Umaria M.P,
Tel : 17.
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Information
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Department of Tourism. Ministry of Tourism and Culture.
Government of India. |
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