Pachmarhi is in Hoshangabad district. Pachmarhi hill station is a tourist paradise. An idyllic & picturesque hill station at the height of 1067 mtrs!

This lovely spot was discovered in 1857 by a British officer, Captain Forsyth.Pachmarhi is also an archaeological treasure-house.

Kanha's sal and bamboo forests, rolling grasslands and meandering streams stretch over 940 sq km in dramatic natural splendour which form the core of the Kanha Tiger Reserve created in 1974 under Project Tiger. The park is the only habitat of the rare hardground Barasingha (Cervus Duvaceli Branderi).

By a special statute in 1955, Kanha National Park came into being. Since then, a series of stringent conservation programmes for the protection of the park's flora and fauna has given Kanha its deserved reputation for being one of the finest and best administered National Parks in Asia, an irresistible attraction for all wildlife lovers and a true haven for its animal and avian population.

Bandhavgarh National Park is in Sahdol district. Set amongst the Vindhyas. Bandhavgarh is mainly white tigers region. Bandhavgarh small compare to others but it is highest known density of tiger population in India. In 1986 the park is spread over 105sq. kms., now park covers area of 448sq.km.

Bandhavgarh is densely populated with other species, at least 22 species of mammals and about 250 species of birds.

The Bandhavgarh jungle has its own climate, atmosphere, water and nutrition, a living self-sustaining organism recharged through its recycling systems.

The best time to see wildlife in Bandhavgarh is in summer (February to June). The Park is closed from 1st July to 01st October.

The best time to drive through the Park is from dawn until about 10 a.m., and in the evening from 4 p.m. till dusk. As a precaution, entry into the Park after dusk is not allowed.

The 9th to 12th century temples of Khajuraho is the evidences of the architectural geniuses during the times of Chandela dynasty. Situated in Madhya Pradesh, India, Khajuraho oozes with passion, eroticism, dance and music and other finesses of creative arts depicted in sculpture and images of the temples. The 85 temples were built in North Indian 'Nagara' style of architecture, though only 20 of them have survived the rough weather conditions over long years of time. The two richer distinctive groups of temples are the Western and Eastern group of temples.

Temple town of Khajuraho is much different from any other temple city of India. It is not about religion and worshipping and deities. The temples of Khajuraho are instead famous for the eroticism etched on its walls in the form of sculptures. An amalgamation of science and art of architecture, these 10th-11th century temples have a very interesting legend behind them that connects them to the origin of Chandela dynasty. It is said that in a fit of passion and lust, the Moon God seduced and ravaged a beautiful Brahmin girls known as Hemvati, resulting in the birth of Chandravarman (the founder of the Chandela dynasty). Later, Chandravarman had a dream where his mother requested him to make a temple, which would reveal all aspects of the treasure of passion and erotic fantasy to the world.

Bhedaghat is the most popular tourist destination near jabalpur city. Bhedaghat is located on the jabalpur - bhopal highway at a distance of 23 km from jabalpur city centre. It can easliy access by road, regular taxi and public transport is available from jabalpur to bhedaghat.

Bhedaghat or Bheraghat is a must see tourist destination of Jabalpur city tour. Visitors often do visit of Bheraghat at first during Jabalpur Sightseeing and captures Bhedaghat pictures on their cameras. Its name is derived from its original name called Bhairav-ghat. Generally it is a very first choice to tourists to visit Bhedaghat and do boating in between erected marble rocks. Marble rocks in Bheraghat are in various colors like white, pink, blue etc. Although Marble rocks are their in Bhedaghat but its mining is not allowed in that area but one can find small show pieces of marble from rural market at reasonable price.

Founded by the legendary Paramara king of Dhar Raja Bhoja (1010-53 A.D) has remains of its magnificent Shiva temple and cyclopean dam. Raja (King) Bhoja was, an engineer, a warrior, a great administrator and a man of formidable vision.

The Paramaras were warrior nomads from the Steppes who had ridden intothe reputedly rich lands of India. The Paramara dynasty lasted for 110 years and produced a lineage of warrior-scholars who were as a adroit at waging wars as they were at penning poems. But of all the heroic Paramaras who dominated Malwa, Raja Bhoja was undoubtedly the greatest the Huns and Chalukyas of Kalyani, he also wrote books on astronomy, medicine, grammar, lexiconography, religion and architecture.

After being cured from the disease, in thanks giving, Raja Bhoja began the construction of great Bhojeshwar temple. Constructed in the latter part of 11th century, its great stone blocks encompass a doorframe, which towers ten meters high and five meters wide. Four titanic pillars, richly carved, rise to support an incomplete dome. The high noon sun lances through doom, illuminates a massive pedestal made of three stepped blocks of sandstone, seven meters square.

Dominating this platform and the great brooding temple is a magnificent lingam ( a phallic symbol, a symbol of energy, fertility and potency) more than two meters high and over five meters in circumference. The temple still shows the Renaissance reach of his mind. Here religion and architecture, sculpture, drama and weired vision combine in a compelling assertion of reality.

A world heritage center. (Buddhist Pilgrimage) Sanchi is in Raisen district. Sanchi is a religious place with historical and Archaeological significance and is known for its stupas, monasteries, temples and pillars dating from the 3rd century B.C. to the 12th century A.D. Sanchi offers a lovely view of the surrounding countryside.

The main attraction at Sanchi is the Great Stupa (or stupa no.1). The original brick stupa was constructed by Ashoka in the 3rd century BC and was later covered by a larger stone stupa. Buddhist temples are known as Chaityas

The Chethiyagiri Vihara Festival is a good time to see throngs of Buddhist monks and pilgrims.

Bhimbethika is in Sanchi district. Bhimbethika is surrounded by the northern fringe of the Vindhyan ranges. The land is of dense forest and Rocky Mountains. Here nearly half of the thousand caves have paintings. The paintings have been sketched on the walls of the caves with natural white and red dyes. These caves are more than 12,000 years ago.

These paintings usually depict hunting, dancing, music, horse and elephant riders, animals fighting, honey collection, disguises, decoration of bodies, masking and household scenes, also paintings of tigers, lions, elephants, buffalos, deers etc.

These paintings can be classified in seven periods. Period I: Upper Paleolithic, Period II: Mesolithic, Period III Chaleolithic, Period IV & V: Early Historic, Period VI & VII: Medieval.

Udaygiri caves are in Vidisha district. Udaygiri caves are mainly known for its ancient rock-cut temples excavated in an isolated stand stone hill and the numerous Buddhist remains in its neighborhood.

They have been numbered probably according to the sequence in which they were excavated, beginning with came 1, which has a frontage adapted out of a natural ledge of rock, thus forming both the roof of the cella and its portico.

Cave No. 9 is remarkable for its large cell and massive, 8 feet high pillars, its long portico and pillared hall.

Omkareshwar Mandhata is in Khandwa district. This is a holy place for Hindu and Jain Sects. This is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.

Omkareshwar Mandhata is located on the Mandhata hill on the banks of the Narmada. The name "Omkareshwar" is due to the shape of the island. River Narmada branches into two and formas an island This Island is shaped like the Om and is about 2km long and 1km wide.

This temple is made of soft stone with intricately carved frizzes. The ghats (riverine landing steps) are excellently carved and sculpted.

Modern Ujjain is situated on the banks of the river Shipra, regarded since times immemorial as sacred. The belief in the sacredness of Shipra, has its origins in the ancient Hindu mythological tale of churning of the Ocean by the Gods and the Demons, with Vasuki, the serpent as the rope. The ocean bed first yielded fourteen gems, then Lakshmi, the Goddess of wealth, and finally the coveted vessel of Nectar. Then began the wild scramble for immortality with the demons chasing the Gods across the skies, and in the process, a few drops were spilt, and fell at Hardwar, Nasik, Prayag, and Ujjayini. Hence the sanctity of the waters of the Shipra.

Ujjain is the modern name for Ujjayini. Legend has it that in the hoary past, the God like king Shiva of Avanti commemorated his victory over the demon-ruler of Tripura or Tripuri on the banks of the Narmada by changing the name of his capital, Avantipura to Ujjayini (one who conquers with pride).

The magnificence and awesome spectacle of the bathing ritual at Simhastha defies description. Beginning on the full moon day in Chaitra (April), it continues into Vaishakha (May), until the next full moon day. Ujjain turns, amidst a riot of colours, into an India in miniature.

Indore is the largest city in the state of Madhya Pradesh. It is situated on the banks of the River Khan and Sarawati. The two rivulets unite at the center of the city where a small temple of Sangamnath or Indreshwar exists. The city of Indore derived its name from the deity itself. At an altitude of 553 m above sea level on the Malwa Plateau, this city is nearly the heart of the nation. With growing population, the city is expanding rapidly and so is its tourism industry. Travel to Indore city will present a blissful blend of the past and the future.

Indore is known for its architectural splendor. The tales of the glorious past are narrated by these splendid historical monuments and cast a magical spell on the visitors. Rani Ahilya Bai Holkar was a great architectural patron and spent a lot of money on the construction of many temples across the nation. The queen is taken in great regard by the people and as a tribute; her statue was built in the center of the city, near Rajwada. Apart from being a historical city, Indore is also the commercial capital of the state of Madhya Pradesh.

Indore is a host to many industries, like automobile, textile, IT etc. With latest technological advancements, the city is about to become the IT hub of the state of MP. Other than this, there are a number of educational institutes in Indore which are amongst the best in the country. The first and foremost is IIM Indore, which is amongst the pioneer management institutes in India. With world class facilities, the institute produces world acclaimed professionals. Devi Ahilya Vishwa Vidyalaya of the city was established in the year 1964 and today, it is one of the most renowned universities of India.

The university offers a number of varied courses and attracts a huge number of students from all the corners of the nation. It has made Indore a center of learning. The increasing influx of students and people to Indore has given it a cosmopolitan lifestyle. As a result, Indore is progressing fast. It is famous for its food, festival and handicrafts. People are very simple here and enjoy life. So, one can say Indore is the most appropriate place for spending quality time and relishing the experience.

Perched along the Vindhya ranges at an altitude of 2,000 feet, Mandu, with its natural defenses, was originally the fort capital of the Parmar rulers of Malwa. Towards the end of the 13th century, it came under the sway of the Sultans of Malwa, the first of whom named it Shadiabad - 'city of joy'. And indeed the pervading spirit of Mandu was of gaiety; and its rulers built exquisite palaces like the Jahaz and Hindola Mahals, ornamental canals, baths and pavilions, as graceful and refined as those times of peace and plenty.

Each of Mandu's structures is an architectural gem; some are outstanding like the massive Jami Masjid and Hoshang Shah's tomb, which provided inspiration to the master builders of the Taj Mahal centuries later.