Central Indian Destinations
The Indian State of Madhya Pradesh or MP is among the largest states in India. It is situated in Central India with Satpura Ranges in South and Vindhayan ranges in North West. The Hill ranges are referred to as "Central Indian Highlands" by Capt. J, Forsyth in his book. The book gives excellent narrative about the Central Indian Wildlife, mammals and the geography of this region as it was during the British Period in 19th century.
Madhya Pradesh is renowned for its wildlife both the flora and fauna. The state still retains substantial forest cover and its amazing flora and fauna elements. Madhya Pradesh is also known as the Tiger State of India due to presence of large number of tigers in Indian tiger reserves, sanctuaries and National Parks
The state is not only rich in wildlife it has a rich historical past with numerous dynasties ruling kingdoms. These royal domains have left invaluable monuments of the past. The culture is rich in art and dance which are often show cased during the colorful festivals of Madhya Pradesh.
The note able and most visited destinations are the11th Century AD Khajuraho temples, Gwalior Fort, Kawardha Palace, Kanha National Park, Bandhavgarh and Pench Tiger Reserve. Other tourists places which are very popular are Orchha and Sanchi. The state's only hill resort is a pristine paradise called Pachmarhi. Marble Rocks and Bedhaghat at Jabalpur are a must visit places especially for boating through marble rocks on a gorge at river Narbada.
Bhopal with a rich historical past is the capital of Madhya Pradesh while Indore is the industrial capital. The erstwhile state of Scindhia's...Gwalior has lots of offer from Chattrias, Tomb, Palace and the Fort.
The tourism infrastructure is well developed in MP and destinations are well connected with air, rail and bus services. There are number of online travel agencies that offer package tours to places of interests and major cities of the state of Madhya Pradesh.
