MP Tourism | Visit Madhya Pradesh, MP Destinations

Orchha: It’s not for nothing that Madhya Pradesh is called the Heart of India, this beautiful and regal state does have what it takes to be the centre of a country as unique as India. Like the heart, which pumps the blood into our body keeping it alive and healthy, Madhya Pradesh is a life giving factor in our country. Adding to the richness of history, culture, tradition and art & craft, this central state is a credential for making India a diverse country. Madhya Pradesh owes much to the reign of different dynasties over a long period of time for its rich history and majestic monuments that are incredibly famous amongst world travellers. The state is indeed a perfect reflection of India as it blends in both urbanity and historical events so well. Here are some of the best places in Madhya Pradesh that will make you plan a trip soon to this undoubtedly beautiful state. Situated on the bank of Betwa River, Orchha is a quaint yet royal town that enhances the char

Samardha - Jungle Camp: Samardha Jungle Camp is situated 30 km from Bhopal and is the first community based ecotourism destination of Madhya Pradesh. It has been a popular getaway for the people of Bhopal for quite some time. Kerwa - Jungle Camp: Kerwa reservoir situated on the outskirts of the city of Bhopal, along with the local hills, and forests is a popular weekend getaway for the people of Bhopal. Kathotiya - Jungle Camp: Kathotia is a small forest village only 17 km from the capital, nestled among sylvan hills, ancient cave paintings, wildlife, with excellent opportunities for adventure sports such as rock climbing, rappelling, trekking etc. Kukru - Jungle Camp: Situated on the border of Maharashtra near the Melghat tiger reserve, Kukru offers breathtaking views of dense forests, hills and tribal life. The famous Kukru forest rest house, in Betul district has been popular with the residents of Amrawati for a long time. Rukhad - Jungle Camp:

UDAYGIRI CAVES : 13 km from Sanchi and 4 km from Vidisha are a group of rock-cut cave sanctuaries carved into a sandstone hill that stands sentinel-like on the horizon. An inscription in one of these states that it was produced during the region of Chandragupta II (382-401 AD), thus dating these caves to 4th-5th century AD. The caves possess all the distinctive features that gave Gupta art its unique vitality, vigour and richness of expression; the beautifully moulded capitals, the treatment of the inter columniation, the design of the entrance way and the system of continuing the architrave as a string-course around the structures. They have been numbered probably according to the sequence in which they were excavated, beginning with Cave 1, which has a frontage adapted out of a natural ledge of rock, thus forming both the roof of the cave and its portico. The row of four pillars bear the 'vase and foliage' pattern of which the eminent art historian Percy Brown so eloquentl

Madhya Pradesh, which is known as ”THE INCREDIBLE HEART OF INDIA” is scattered all over with beautiful heritage structures, carved temples, forts and palaces. This mystic land with its innumerable monuments reminds one of the musicians and poets, kings and emperors, philosophers and saints, builders and warriors of the bygone era. Madhya Pradesh has a huge plateau lined by the Satpura’s and the Vindhyachal mountains. It presents a unique blend of nature, history and culture that attracts tourists from different parts of the world. Madhya Pradesh is a vast state and thus each of its cities offers tourist destinations. There is a lot in terms of tourism to do in Madhya Pradesh. One can avail the numerous tour packages being operated in Madhya Pradesh which includes cultural, heritage, wildlife tours, pilgrimage tours, corporate tours, city sightseeing tours and educational tours. Heritage tours of Madhya Pradesh includes a tour of the Khajuraho, Sanchi, and Bhimbetka caves. Wildlife t

Birding Camp - 2nd February 2012 - World Wetlands Day Bird Watching popularly known as Birding is the most popular activity among nature lovers. This activity spread awareness amongst the enthusiasts about the birds and their habitat and promotes conservation awareness.  MP Ecotourism Development Board is launching a Birding Package for bird watchers. The package will include bird watching camp organised by MPEDB for visitors at one of the five selected destinations around Bhopal. Online booking of the package will  be available and the camps will be organised on Public Holidays.  To celebrate World Wetland Day and to launch this package, MPEDB is organizing a half day bird watching camp, open for general public, in Kerwa Ecotourism Centre on 2nd February 2012.

ECO TOURISM Destinations in Madhya Pradesh