The Heart of Incredible India, Places to Visit in Madhya Pradesh

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Madhya Pradesh is full of hidden destinations  that make for great offbeat getaways. If you are bored of known holiday destinations and are looking for unexplored places to visit that, not many tourists have heard of, check out these incredible offbeat destinations in Madhya Pradesh.

Located right at the center of the country, Madhya Pradesh is one of the reasons for ‘The Heart of Incredible India’. This beautiful state is home to many finest destinations of the country that have preserved themselves through major eras of Indian history. Historic sites combined with the culture of Madhya Pradesh make it one of the best places to get a true taste of India. While there are some extremely popular sites to visit in Madhya Pradesh like Khajuraho that drives in tourists on account of its erotic sculptures and Gwalior known for its historic and humongous fort, there are many hidden places in the state that not many people know about. These places of Madhya Pradesh are ideal holiday spots for those who wants to explore something new. 

Burhanpur

 
Burhanpur – a tomb in the 1980s
Burhanpur which is associated with the famous Taj Mahal in Agra is something that most people are unaware of. In this place Shah Jahan’s beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal died during childbirth. The inspiration for the structure of the magnificent Taj Mahal is believed to have come from one of the paintings in Burhanpur. A rich history of Faruqi dynasty which founded the city in the 14th century followed by the royal Mughal era from 1601 AD. Today, the ruins in Burhanpur are a reminder of its past glory.

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