Top 18 places to visit in Madhya Pradesh

(1 out of 18 places to visit in Anuppur)

Amarkantak also known as "Teerthraj" is one of the most famous pilgrim hub located in Nagar Panchayat in Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India. Amarkantak region is a unique natural heritage area where three mighty rivers- Narmada, Sone and Johila- converge. Wraped in the exquisiteness of Vindhya and Satpura range, the glorious Amarkantak is one of the most famous pilgrim hubs in the state of Madhya Pradesh. This beautiful place is dipped in absolute serenity with the verdant hills, surrounding the entire town, decent climate, charming natural beauty, and bewitching waterfalls. Amarkantak is located at approx 79km from Anuppur, 223km from Jabalpur, 551km from state capital Bhopal.

(2 out of 18 places to visit in Rewa)

Bahuti Falls is a waterfall in Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh, India. Bahuti Falls which is on the river Sellar, with 650 ft height, is the highest waterfall in Madhya Pradesh, India. Bahuti Falls is located at 72km from Rewa, 575km from Bhopal, 169km from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

(3 out of 18 places to visit in Umaria)

Bandhavgarh National Park is one of the national parks spread at vindhya hills in the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh, India. This park has a large biodiversity, It covers an area of 820 km2 and is known to have the highest density of Royal Bengal Tigers in the world and hence its know as the land of tigers. The frequent sightings of royal tigers make this national park a must-visit places in Madhya Pradesh, India. Bandhavgarh is located at approx 165km from Jabalpur, 454km from state capital Bhopal.

(4 out of 18 places to visit in Raisen)

The Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka are an archaeological sit situated near Amchha Khurd villages in Raisen District of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is a UNESCO world heritage site that consists of seven hills and over 750 rock shelters distributed over 10 kilometres. These ancient naturally carved rocks surrounded by dense forests of Bhimbetka in the foothills of the Vindhyan Mountains are the must visit place in Madhya Pradesh, India. An archaeological treasure, Bhimbetka has around 243 rock shelters. The paintings found in the rock shelters here have a striking resemblance to the ones discovered in Kakadu National Park in Australia; to the cave paintings of Bushmen in Kalahari Desert and Upper Palaeolithic Lascaux cave paintings in France. This site is located at approx 45km from state capital Bhopal, 237km from Indore, 313km from Nagpur, Maharashtra.

(5 out of 18 places to visit in Rewa)

Chachai Falls is a waterfall on the Bihad River located in Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is the 23rd highest waterfall in India with the height of 430 ft. Chachai Falls is an example of a nick point caused by rejuvenation. Knick point, also called a nick point or simply nick, represents breaks in slopes in the longitudinal profile of a river caused by rejuvenation. Chachai Falls is located at 501km from Bhopal, 292km from Kanpur, 234km from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

(6 out of 18 places to visit in Tikamgarh)

Chaturbhuj Temple is an ancient temple situated at Orchha in Tikamgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is one of the most fabulous and ancient architectural marvels of the time. The temple, originally built to house the idol of Lord Ram was later made into a Vishnu shrine, when the Rama idol was installed in the Rama Raja Temple inside the Orchha Fort complex. The Chaturbhuj temple has tall spires in the shape of pine cones built atop a high platform. The temple is like a multi-storied palace with passageways, a very large entrance, a large central tower and fortifications. Temple is near to the banks of River Betwa. Located at approx 18km from Jhansi. 235km from Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, 255km from Agra, Uttar Pradesh, 336km from Bhopal.

(8 out of 18 places to visit in Gwalior)

Gwalior Fort is a Magnificent hill fort near Gwalior in Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is also called "the Gibraltar of India" as the The fort has existed at least since the 10th century. The historical significance & wonderful architecture makes it a must visit attraction in Madhya Pradesh, India. The fort is built on an outcrop of Vindhyan sandstone on a solitary rocky hill called Gopachal. Located at 3km from Gwalior railway station, 104km from Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, 121km from Agra, Uttar Pradesh, 267km from Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, 407km from Bhopal.

(9 out of 18 places to visit in Mandla)

Kanha Tiger Reserve, also called Kanha National Park located in madla/ balaghat district is the largest national park of Madhya Pradesh, India. The park is home to wide variety of wild animals and has a significant population of the Royal Bengal tiger, Indian leopards, the sloth bear, barasingha and Indian wild dog. It is the only location in India where the most abundant variety of Barasingha can be found and so does to call them as the "Jewel of Kanha". Kanha National Park is located at approx 169km from Jabalpur, 408km from sate capital Bhopal, 260km from Nagpur, Maharashtra.

(10 out of 18 places to visit in Rewa)

Keoti Falls which is formed by Mahana Riveris is a single drop waterfall, located in Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh, India. It has a total height of 322 ft and It is the 24th highest waterfall in India. Keoti Falls is an example of a nick point caused by rejuvenation. Knick point, also called a nick point or simply nick, represents breaks in slopes in the longitudinal profile of a river caused by rejuvenation. Keoti Falls is located at approx 41km from Rewa, 519km from Bhopal, 228km from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

(11 out of 18 places to visit in Chhatarpur)

The Khajuraho Group of Monuments are a group of ancient Hindu and Jain Temples with exquisite carvings and beautiful architecture in Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India. The Temple of Kandariya is decorated with a profusion of sculptures that are among the greatest masterpieces of Indian art. Known for their breathtaking sculptors and elegance, the magnificent Khajuraho temples present aesthetics at its best. Khajuraho is an UNESCO World Heritage Site located at approx 175km from Jhansi, 376km from state capital Bhopal, 44km from Chhatarpur.

(12 out of 18 places to visit in Dhar)

Mandu or Mandavgad is an ancient ruined city in Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India. The city has many beautiful places to visit for tourists such as Jahaz Mahal, Hindola Mahal and more. Roopmati's Pavilion a fort built by Baaz Bahadur in the memory of his queen Rani Roopmati is a must visit place in Mandu. The temple dedicated to Shiva also attracts many pilgrims. Mandu is located at approx 97km from Indore, 288km from state capital Bhopal.

(13 out of 18 places to visit in Hoshangabad)

Pachmarhi popularly known as Queen of Satpura Pachmarhi is a hill station in Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.It has been the location of a cantonment (Pachmarhi Cantonment) since British Raj. the highest point (1,352 m) in Madhya Pradesh and the Satpura range valley which offers amazing sightseeing opportunities to the visitors. The town is not very large, and most of its area is under the administration of the Pachmarhi Cantonment Board, serving the Indian Army. Located at approx 194km from state capital Bhopal, 339km from Indore, 248km from Jabalpur, 227km from Nagpur, Maharashtra.

(14 out of 18 places to visit in Panna)

Panna National Park is located in Chahatarpur and Panna district of Madhya Pradesh, India. Located on the banks of the River Ken, the park is lush green with deep ravines, cascading waterfalls and thick teak forests, the Panna National Park is renowned for the tiger, deer and nilgai. The park is divided into three regions namely, Tadoba north region, Morhurli region and the Kolsa south range and Safari is allowed in all three regions. Panna National Park is located at approx 52km from Panna town, 253km from Jhansi, 372km from state capital Bhopal.

(15 out of 18 places to visit in Seoni)

Pench National Park is located in Seoni and Chhindwara districts of Madhya Pradesh, India. Pench river which cuts a path through the forests hence the parks is named Pench National Park . The national park consists of dry deciduous forests and a large number of fauna and flora including tigers, various types of deer and birds. Pench National Park comprises 758 km2 (293 sq mi), out of which 299 km2 (115 sq mi) form a core and the protected area is covered with small hills and well-stocked teak mixed forest in the southern reaches of the Satpura Ranges. Pench National Park is located at approx 90km from Chhindwara, 102km form Nagpur, Maharashtra.

(16 out of 18 places to visit in Raisen )

The Great Stupa on a hilltop at Sanchi Town in Raisen District of Madhya Pradesh, India is one of the oldest stone structures in India. Sanchi Stupa is an important Buddhist monument and complex. A hemispherical brick structure, the Stupa is surrounded by four gateways called Toranas, each representing love, trust, courage and peace. These gateways are beautifully crafted and sculptured. Sanchi Stupa attracts hundreds of visitors from across the world. Enlisted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1989, it is counted among the best conserved ancient Stupas of central India. Sanchi is located at approx 13km from Vidisha, 49km from state capital Bhopal.

(17 out of 18 places to visit in Bhopal)

Udayagiri Caves are group of rock-cut caves in Udayagiri village of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India. Udayagiri Caves are carved into a sandstone hill that stand, sentinel like, on the horizon set in two low hills near Betwa River, on the banks of its tributary Bes River. An inscription in one of these, states that it were carved during the reign of Changragupta II (382 -401AD), thus it is estimated that these were carved during 4th to 5th A.D. Udayagiri is located at 7km from Vidisha town, 57km from Bhopal.

(18 out of 18 places to visit in Bhopal)

Bhojtal, formerly known as Upper Lake or Bada talab , is a large lake and one of the major tourist spot in capital city of Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal. It is a major source of drinking water for the residents of the city. Since it’s very big in size, you can enjoy it’s view from different places. Bhojtal attracts tourists due to its scenic beauty. The National Sailing School was established at the Boat Club, close to the lake is the Bhopal Zoo on the bank of the lake. Bhopal is located at approx 194km from Indore, 361km from Nagpur, Maharashtra, 766km from Mumbai, Maharashtra.