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Bhopal Travel Guide
Exploring the History and Culture of Bhopal: A Travel Guide
Bhopal is the capital city of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. Known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and beautiful natural surroundings, the city is a popular destination for travelers and history enthusiasts.
One of the top attractions in Bhopal is the Taj-ul-Masjid. Built in the 19th century, the Taj-ul-Masjid is one of the largest mosques in India. The mosque is known for its stunning architecture and is an important religious site for the Muslim community.
Another popular attraction in Bhopal is the Bharat Bhavan. Located on the banks of the Upper Lake, the Bharat Bhavan is a multi-arts complex that features galleries, theaters, and auditoriums. The complex is a great place to learn about the local arts and culture.
In addition to its historical attractions, Bhopal also has a rich cultural heritage. The city is known for its traditional handicrafts, such as beadwork and embroidery. Visitors can explore the local markets and shops to find unique souvenirs and handicrafts.
Bhopal is also a great destination for outdoor activities. The city is surrounded by beautiful lakes and forests, which offer ample opportunities for hiking, boating, and birdwatching.
Overall, Bhopal is a fascinating and vibrant destination that offers something for everyone. With its rich history, cultural heritage, and outdoor activities, the city is a must-visit for travelers to Madhya Pradesh.
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Upper Lake
The capital city of Madhya Pradesh holds a significant number of lakes hence widely known as Bhopal the city of lakes. This beautiful vast water body was named after King Bhoj who built the lake across Kolans River in the 11th-century. Upper Lake is the most significant lake of Bhopal commonly known as the Bhojtal. It’s the oldest human-made lake in the country that lies on the west of Bhopal. The locals also call it Bada Talab. Serving around 30 million gallons of water the lake is a primary source of potable water to the residents of the city.
Van Vihar
Located in Bhopal, Van Vihar is a national park and a zoological site that operates under the guidelines of the Central Zoo Authority. It is situated near Shyamla Hills near Upper Lake in Bhopal. The animals here are kept closest to their natural habitat, making it a haven for nature loving people. You can also spot a wide variety of animals including leopard, cheetah, nilgai, panther etc. as well as birds like kingfisher, bulbul, wagtail and some migratory species.
Bharat Bhavan
Bharat Bhavan is an autonomous multi-arts complex and museum in the state capital Bhopal, established and funded by the Government of Madhya Pradesh. It is a multi-arts center established to create an interactive experience through oral, visual and performing arts. Bharat Bhavan provides a place for contemporary expression, thought, discovery and innovation and is a favorite haunt of those wishing to witness exquisite dance and singing performances. Artists from across the country perform here in various events related to the free expression of thought.
Bhimbetka
Bhimbetka is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is famous for its massive Neolithic age site of rock shelters. It is also one of the largest prehistoric complexes. Bhimbetka rock art is considered to be the oldest petroglyph in the world, some of which are similar to Aboriginal rock art in Australia and Paleolithic Lascaux cave paintings in France.
Birla Mandir
Birla Mandir is a Hindu temple located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Also known as Laxmi Narayan Temple, it is one of the popular places of pilgrimage in Bhopal, Built atop the striking Arera hills, the famous Birla Mandir was built as a tribute to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu. It was built by the famous industrial family – Birla Group and was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi. The temple is spread over 7.5 acres and is decorated with well maintained lawns, gardens, fountains and sculptures.
Shaukat Mahal
Shaukat Mahal is an important historical landmark in the city of Bhopal, mainly due to its splendid construction, making it an architectural marvel indeed. The palace boasts of an amalgamation of the finest architectural styles and was built by a Frenchman who used a combo of European and Indian architecture to create this magnificent structure.
Taj-ul-Masjid
Taj-ul-Masjid or ‘Crown among Mosques’ is the largest mosque in the country. The building of this mosque was started by Nawab Shah Jahan Begum (1868-1901) and continued to be built by her daughter Sultan Jahan Begum, till her lifetime. The most impressive features of this mosque are its main hall with inter-arched roof, broad facade, spacious courtyard, and smooth marble flooring.
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