Literally and metaphorically, Madhya Pradesh is the heart of India. It has been home to the cultural heritage of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Islam. Innumerable monuments, exquisitely carved temples, stupas, forts and palaces are dotted all over the state. The natural beauty of Madhya Pradesh is equally varied. Consisting largely of a plateau, the state has everything, spectacular mountain ranges, meandering rivers and miles and miles of dense forests offering a unique and exciting panorama of wildlife in sylvan surroundings.
On your trip into the heart of India, you would find more than what you would expect to find. The several monuments in central India are full of romantic and heroic legends. On your Madhya Pradesh tour pay a visit to Sanchi and witness its exquisite carvings. The majestic fort at Gwalior, the superb paintings at Bagh and ruins of the ancient civilization at Bhimbetka would transport you to a mystical world. The medieval Afghan capital of Mandu, scarred by sun, wind and battle still stands with its formidable fort and imposing mosque. Or just simply marvel at the sculptors' expression of love in stone at the glorious Khajuraho temples. Besides, Madhya Pradesh has a number of important pilgrimage centers too. Ujjain and Omkareshwar hold special religious significance having two of the twelve Jyotirlingas, Maheshwar and Mandleshwar. The medieval cities, wildlife sanctuaries and holy pilgrimage centers of Madhya Pradesh offer a memorable experience to the tourists.
With about one-third of its area being forested, Madhya Pradesh offers a unique and exciting panorama of wild life too. Kanha and Bandhavgarh National Parks have been very famous around the world. The tiger can be easily sighted at Kanha and Bandhavgarh. Equally at home in the jungles of Kanha and Bandhavgarh is the Gaur who does not fear the tiger. Another native is the Barasingha the only swamp deer who has adapted to hard ground. Chitals (spotted deer) can be sighted in hundreds. Sloth Bear, the leopard and the buffalo are much less common. At times one is surprised that wild life has survived so well despite the decades of senseless slaughter indulged in by the so-called big game hunters. Many of the princes marked out areas as their personal hunting reserves: Shivpuri near Gwalior for instance, which has served in recent years as the nucleus of the wild life park and where Madhav National park is particularly rich in many species of deer and famous for its white (albino tic) tigers. Pench National park is also an upcoming national park in Madhya Pradesh.
The mystic land of Madhya Pradesh is an ideal place for an adventurous and stress-free vacation. Come packing to enjoy the unexplored delights in Madhya Pradesh.
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