Madhya Pradesh, in the heart of India, is a state known for its serene pilgrimages, heritage, wildlife, and cultures. The capital city of Madhya Pradesh is Bhopal, whereas the largest city is Indore. By area, it is the second-largest state of India and offers a culturally rich history for tourists to explore while immersing in the mysteries and stories from the past. Here are the top five attractions in Madhya Pradesh for you to explore.

Pachmarhi

Pachmarhi is a mesmerizing hill station in Madhya Pradesh, also known as Queen of the Satpura Range. It is at 1067 m and home to Bison and Leopards. Pachmarhi comes under UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and offers spellbinding views of lush green forests, waterfalls and streams. So people from nearby cities of Madhya Pradesh visit Pachmarhi and enjoy a perfect weekend getaway from their busy lifestyle. Also, you will find various colonial-style architecture churches in the region to explore. The best time to visit Pachmarhi is between October to June this summer, and the monsoon offers pleasant weather in Pachmarhi.

Bhopal

Bhopal is the capital city of Madhya Pradesh and a serene location to explore. Its significance lies with the artificial lakes located in Bhopal, giving it the nickname: The City of Lakes. The two lakes include Upper and Lower Lake, splitting the old and new Bhopal. Towards the north lies the old Bhopal, full of bustling bazaars, alleys, haveli and mosques. However, to the South is the new Bhopal with wide roads, shopping complexes, and magnificent infrastructure. A famous place to visit in Bhopal is Tal Ul Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India. It was built by Shah Jahan Begum, the third female ruler of Bhopal. The best time to visit the city of lakes is during winters from October to March and monsoons from July to September.

Bhimbetka

Bhimbetka is an archaeological site full of rock shelters. It exposes the human life of the earliest traces on the Indian subcontinent. So it has the history from where the South Asian Stone Age began. In 2003 Bhimbetka was declared a World Heritage Site where tourists will find over 500 rock shelters, paintings, and caves. The best time to visit Bhimbetka is from October till March and explore the history and stories of the stone age. However, avoid going in the summers due to the scorching heat during the season.

Mandu

The city of Mandu is located in Madhya Pradesh in the Malwa region and offers architectural excellence. It has a history of unconditional love between Rani Roopmati and Prince Baz Bahadur. There are old monuments of India erected in Mandu. You will witness the beauty of Mandu in its widespread lawns, monuments, and palaces, taking you back to the era of monarchial time. The best time to visit the city of Mansu is from October to March because of the pleasant weather.

Maheshwar

Maheshwar is a temple town in Madhya Pradesh on the banks of river Narmada. It is a gorgeous town with mythological and historical importance and is mentioned in the Indian epics of Mahabharata and Ramayana. Also, Maheshwar was the capital of Rani Ahilya Bai province, Holkar, the Queen of the Maratha Malwa Kingdom. Rani Ahilya Bai made the city beautiful with public works, buildings and Maratha architecture. Today Maheshwar is a production hub for Maheshwari sarees, making it the town popular with shopaholics.