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Ujjain is on the main trade route between North India and Deccan going from Mathura via Ujjain to Mahismati (Maheshwar) on the Narmada, and on to Paithan on the Godavari, western Asia and the West. The Northern black polished ware – the NBP as it is often called which is technically the finest pottery of the time, with a brilliantly burnished dressing almost of the quality of a glaze in colour from jet black to a deep grey or metallic blue and iron, found their way to the northern Deccan from the Gangetic plains through Ujjain. The articles of export to the western Asia such as precious stones and pearls, scents and spices, perfumes, silks and muslin, reached the port of Brighukachcha from the remote north through Ujjain. All this finds a detailed and interesting description in the Periplus of the Erythrean Sea. An account of an unknown Greek merchant who made a voyage to India in the second half of the first century AD. The Periplus talks of a city called Ozene to the east of Barygaza

Khajuraho is a group of Hindu temples and Jain temples in Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India, about 170 kilometres southeast of Jhansi. They are the UNESCO Heritage Site. The temples are famous for their nagara-style architect symbols and erotic sculptures. Most of the Khajuraho temples were built between 950 AD and 1050 AD by the Chandela dynasty. Historical records note that the Khajuraho temple site had 85 temples by the 12th century, spread over 20 square kilometers. Of these, only about 25 temples have survived, which is spread over more than six square kilometers. One of the surviving temples, Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is decorated with a profusion of sculptures with intricate details, symbolism and expressiveness of ancient Indian art. The Khajuraho group of temples were built together but were dedicated to two religions, Hinduism and Jainism, suggesting a tradition of acceptance and respect for both religious views among Hindus and Jains in the region. Kandariya Mahadev

Rajwada: Showcasing the architectural grandeur and royal splendour of Maratha empire, Rajwada is one of the most important tourist places in Madhya Pradesh. Built by the Holkars, Rajwada boasts of a seven-storied structure with a garden and a palace to mesmerise you with its regal ambience. Visited by numbers of tourists every day, Rajwada is renowned for its Indo-Saracenic style of architecture and serves as a splendid example of the cultural heritage of Indore. Timings: 10 am to 5 pm (Monday closed). Price: INR 10. Location: Rajwada Circle, Near Holker Cloth Market, Rajwada, Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Apart from Rajwada, these places to visit in Indore are ideal for an outing with your family and friends. Sarafa Bazaar: Contributing to the fame of Indore’s street food culture, Sarafa Bazar is one of the best places for foodies in Madhya Pradesh. Offering a number of delicacies like dahi wadas, kachori chaat, petha paan, buttermilk, shikanji and many more, Sarafa Bazaar is a place in I