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Bhopal ll Sanchi ll Gwalior ll Orcha ll Khajuraho ll Indore ll Ujjain ll Kanha National Park ll Bandavgarh National Park
Madhya pradesh, if literally translated means "The Middle Land". Geographically, Madhya Pradesh is one of the most interesting parts of India. The northern part of the state, with Gwalior as its largest city, lies in the Indo-Gangetic plain. Much of the state, however, is upland plateaus and hills, interspersed with the deep valleys of rivers, which flow east into the Bay of Bengal and the west into the Arabian Sea. The hills are forest-clad. In fact, almost a third of India's forests are located in Madhya Pradesh. They are rich forests, consisting of some of the finest deciduous hardwoods in the world - teak, sal, hard-wickia, Indian ebony and rosewood. The Mahadeo Hills of the Satpura Range are the home of the tiger, panther, Indian bison and the myriad herbivores, which make the jungle their home. Kipling's jungle book was sited in the Mahadev hill where the forests, wildlife and tribal are today almost exactly as they were in his time. General information
Festivals
Once the capital of the great Chandela
Kings, Khajuraho today is a quiet village of a few thousand people .It is
also the setting of the Khajuraho Festival of Dance which draws the best
classical dancers in the country every year, who perform against the
spectacular backdrop of the floodlit temples. This seven-day extravaganza
is a unique treat for connoisseurs from all over the
world. Tansen
Music Festival,Gwalior A pillar of
Hindustani classical music, the great Tansen, one of the 'nine jewels' of
Akbar's court, lies buried in Gwalior. The memorial to this great musician
has a pristine simplicity, and is built in the early Mughal architectural
style. More than a monument, the Tansen Tomb is a part of Gwalior's living
cultural heritage. It is the venue of the annual Indian classical festival
held here in November-December. Art and
Handicraft In Madhya Pradesh a community called
Basor or Basod, who sell them in weekly markets, generally makes these.
Shahdol, Balaghat, Mandla and Seoni regions of Madhya Pradesh are main
bamboo producing centres apart from Chhattisgarh and Bastar. Here the
artisans have skillfully harmonized their age-old knowledge and techniques
with new designs, to meet modern market demands. The Gond, Baiga and Korku
tribal communities are highly skilled in the craft of
bamboo. Cute little dolls made out of small
cloth pieces are produced in Gwalior, Bhopal and Jhabua. The work of
Battobai, a craftswoman from Gwalior has achieved international fame. The
dolls made here are interesting pieces of work, influenced by different
cultures and traditions of India mirroring the diversity and uniqueness of
the country. Durries A durrie, essentially a thick cotton
woven fabric, is meant for spreading on the floor, and is made all over
Madhya Pradesh, especially near Sironj. The basic technique of weaving a
durrie in its most primitive form, can be seen in rural areas. The more
universal durries are made by women in their homes, in the 'Punja'
technique. Apart from Sironj, Jhabua, Raigarh,
Jabalpur and Shahdol are leading centres of durrie weaving in Madhya
Pradesh. Cotton and woollen punja durries, handwoven in various colours
are designed to suit traditional as well as modern home decor.
The carpet weavers of Madhya Pradesh
are undisputed masters of not only weaving carpets but dyeing also. The
colouring was earlier done by means of natural dyes, but presently it is
being done with synthetic dyes as well. Pattern is an integral part of
knotted carpets and traditional patterns have continued with varying
combinations since the last 200 years. Jute Jute is the cheapest and most important
of all textile fibers. It is used extensively in manufacturing different
types of packaging material for agricultural and industrial products. Its
coarse character has a unique charm while natural colour, heavy texture
and twilly kind of body typify its earthiness. Jute handicrafts are
available at Bhopal, Raipur, Indore and Gwalior. The items include hanging
lamps, baskets, flower vases, swings, hammocks, purses, tablemats and
footwear etc. Metalcraft The Metal Craft of Madhya Pradesh
stands apart, in concept and workmanship alike. Metal ornaments boxes of
Bundelkhand, lamps of Sarguja, rice measure bowls animal figurines of
Raigarh, and sculptures of Bastar are a few examples of the ingenuity of
craftsperson of Madhya Pradesh. These metal images invested with peculiar
indigenous socio- religious history are considered
auspicious. Stone Carving The famous rock cut temples of Vidisha,
the sculptured stone temples of Khajuraho, the monuments of Orchha and
Gwalior, all stand testimony to the excellence and originality of the
stone carvers of Madhya Pradesh. Each region has a distinct style. Gwalior
specializes in jail (lattice) work, Jabalpur and Tikamgarh in decorative
items such as statues of animals and human figures and Bastar in icons of
tribal gods and goddesses and memorial pillars. Stuffed Leather Toys Leatherwork has been practiced since a
number of years in Madhya Pradesh. Craftspersons in Gwalior, Indore, Dewas
and Bilaspur specialize in making leather shoes, jutties, leather bags,
mushk etc. With time the craft has evolved and given rise to new products.
Today, Indore and Dewas are making leather garments & Gwalior is
making shoes on a big scale. Terracotta The
colors of terracotta articles and figures vary from pink, red, brown to
light and dark grey. The terra-cotta products of each region in Madhya
Pradesh have their own identity and distinctiveness. The art of molding
terra-cotta in Madhya Pradesh shows a mature ability, the pantheon being
even more varied and localized. The famous traditional statues of
elephants, serpents, birds and horses from Bastar are incomparable in
simplicity. Similarly the decorative roof tiles and rukha padki of Raigarh
have no equal. The life-size images of human forms are among the finest
examples of Bundelkhand terra-cotta.
Places of
interest
The capital
of the state of Madhya Pradesh, has grown around a large lake, the
ornamental newer part of the city being roughly opposite the labyrinthine
lanes of the old town. Craft - notably velvet handbags studded with
stones, and lacy silverwork - is practised in narrow alleyways that lead
off from domed mosques in the old city. Bharat Bhavan is a showcase of
Indian art, folk traditions, sculpture and a centre for the performing
arts as well. Bhimbetka, a few hours' drive from Bhopal, is the site for
spectacular cave paintings; Udaygiri, another excursion from Bhopal, has
notable cave sculptures of religious themes. Sanchi is an unmatched
repository of Buddhist art and architecture. Located on a secluded hill
crowned by a group of stupas and gateways, it occupies a unique position
in the history of Buddhism. Its stupas, chaityas, temples, monasteries and
gateways are embellished by the most delicate carvings that depict various
incidents in the Buddha's life as well as important teachings. Good guide
services, an essential part of sightseeing in Sanchi, are available here.
A 90 km drive from Indore takes one across a narrow gorge, after the
horizon widens abruptly, to reveal the deserted city of Mandu. Built as a
testament of love by a Muslim ruler for his Hindu queen, Mandu's air of,
serenity and spaciousness offsets to perfection its palaces, temple and
mosque, which lie, scattered over the 75 km of Mandu's fortified area.
Most interesting of all is the imaginative use that has been made of the
surroundings. Thus Jahaz Mahal or Ship Palace is actually built in a pond
on which it appears to float, and Hindola Mahal or Swing Palace gives
every appearance of living up to its name.
General
information
Temperature And Rainfall Chart A. Maximum temperature in degrees centigrade B. Minimum temperature in degrees centigrade C. Average rainfall in millimeters 22.0
How to get
there
Air
Bhopal is
connected by air with Bombay,Delhi,Gwalior,Indore & Raipur
Rail
Bhopal on the
main line is connected by rail to major cities in India.
Road
Good motorable
roads connect Bhopal to Bombay-789 km, Aurangabad-588 km, Ahmedabad-571
km, Agra-523 km, Delhi-728 km, Gwalior-422 km, Indore-187 km, Ujjain-189
km, Sanchi-46 km, Khajuraho-387 km, Mandu- 290 km, Pachmarhi-210 km
etc.
In and around
Taj-ul-Masjid
One of the
biggest mosque of India, was built by Shahjahan Begum in 1868 but was left
incomplete. It contains an impressive hall, inter-arched roof with three
white domes, broad facade, domed minarets and a spacious
courtyard.
Jama
Masjid
Built by
Begum Qudasia in 1837, this mosque of Bhopal with its tall minarets
crowned by glittering golden spikes, is also surrounded by a bazar. Moti
Masjid 4.5 km, yet another mosque which is architecturally akin to Delhi's
Jama Masjid. It contains two dark red minarets crowned by golden
glittering spikes.
Bharat
Bhawan
One of the
unique institutions and center for performing and visiual arts. Roopankar
is the museum of fine arts at Bharat Bhawan.
Upper and
Lower Lake
The upper
lake, a larger expanse of water measuring 2 sq km. in area is seperated
from the lower and lesser lake by an over bridge. There is a boat club
which offers facilities for sailing, paddling and motor-boat rides, even
canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing.
Vidisha,
Udaygiri and Gyaraspur
The cradle of
Mauryan civilization and the rocks on which the tide of ancient Grecian
conquest broke. The exquisite sculptured Salbhanjika, or devine attendant
of the gods, is preserved here.
Bhojpur
and Bhimbetka
Bhojpur 28 km
and Bhimbetka 40 km, Bhojpur is an 11th century town. The remains of the
ancient Shiva temple and a Cyclopean Dam are points of interest.
Bhimbetka, of rocky terrain dense forest and craggy cliffs hids over 600
rock shelters with Neolithic paintings.
Panchmari
95 km is a
hill resort with dramatic waterfalls, ravines, rivers, rock paintings and
English churches.
Sanchi,
a serene and sleepy place atop a hill has the singular distinction of
telling an uninterupted Buddhist history of over 2000 years in stones.
Sanchi has the singular distinction of having specimens of almost all
kinds of Buddhist architectural forms, stupas, chaityas, temples and
monasteries - the finest examples of Buddhist creative art and sculpture
in the country. The architectural pieces and sculptures displayed here
include the Ashoka pillar and images of Buddha and Kushan. Initially the
Buddhist stupas were large hemispherical earthen domes, containing the
relics of Buddha.
General
information
How to get
there
Air
Nearest airport
is Bhopal (46 km).
Rail
Sanchi lies on
the Jhansi-Itarsi section of the Central Railway.
Road
Good motorable
roads connect Sanchi to Bhopal (46 km), Vidisha (10 km) Indore (232 km)
etc.
In and
around
Great
Stupa No.1
The oldest
stone structure in India, 36.5m in diameter and 16.4m high, and with a
massive hemispherical dome, the stupa stands in eternal majesty, the paved
procession path around it worn smooth by centuries of pilgrims.
The four
Gateways
The four
gateways of Sanchi, each consisting of two square columns with three
curved architraves supported by animals or dwarfs above them, are the
finest artistic expressions of early Buddhist art.
Stupa No.
2
This stupa
stands at the very edge of the hill and its most striking feature is the
stone balustrade that rings it.
Stupa no.
3
Situated
close to the great stupa. The hemispherical dome is crowned as a mark of
its special religious significance, with an umbrella of polished
stone.
Ashoka
Pillar
Lies close to
the southern gateway of the great stupa, and is one of the finest example
of the Ashokan pillar and is known for its aesthetic proportions and
exquisite structural balance.
Buddhist
Vihara
The sacred
relics of the satdhara stupa, a few km away from Sanchi, have been
enshrined in a glass casket on a platform in the inner sanctum of this
modern monastery.
The Great
Bowl
This huge
bowl, carved out of one block of stone, was used to contain food that was
distributed amongst the monks at Sanchi.
The
northernmost city, is an excellent entry point. It was established in the
18th century A.D. and named after saint Gwalipa. The city is dominated by
its hill-top fort, one of the most redoubtable in the world. Rajput valour
and chivalry are redolent in the very stones of the 15th century palace of
Raja Man Singh located in the citadel.
General
information
How to get there
Air
Gwalior is
connected with Delhi, Bhopal, Indore, Bombay.
Rail
Gwalior is
connected to all major cities in India.
Road
Gwalior is well
connected by good roads. Certain important road distances are Agra 118 km,
Bhopal 420 km, Delhi 318 km, Khajuraho 280 km, Sanchi 344 km, Shivpuri 112
km, Indore 486 km.
In and
around
Gwalior
Fort
Gwalior Fort
made of sand stone, is a magnificient monument. A steep road winds up
wards to the fort which is flanked by statues of many Jain Tirthankaras.
The outer walls, 3 km in length and 35 ft. high, stand as a witness to its
reputation as an invincible structure. There is a sound-and-light show
here in the evenings.
Gujari
Mahal
Gujari Mahal
situated in the fort premises, is a 15th century monument built by Raja
Man Singh Tomar for his Gujar Queen, Mrignayani. The inner portion has
been converted into a museum which houses antiquities going back to the
1st century A.D.
Man Mandir
Palace
Man Mandir
Palace was built by Raja Man Singh between 1486-1517. nearby is a Jawahar
Pond, where, according to Rajput tradition, queens used to commit 'Sati'.
Suraj Kund was built in the 15th century. However, reference to this
gigantic structure can be traced back to 425 A.D. Teli ka Mandir and Sas
Bahu ka Mandir are devoted to Lord Vishnu. The 9th century Teli Ka Mandir,
towering 100 ft high, is a pratihara Vishnu temple with a unique blending
of various architectural styles-Dravidian, as well as Indo - Aryan.
Jai Vilas
Palace
Jai Vilas
Palace is residence of the sindhia family. About 35 rooms have been
converted into the Jevaji Rao Sindia museum. The architectural is a
combination of Italian, Tuscan and Corinthian style.
Tombs of
Tansen
Tombs of
Tansen is a memorial to the pillar of the Hindustani music, Tansen. The
tomb is a part of Gwalior's cultural heritage. An annual national music
festival is held here in Nov-Dec.
Ghaus
Mohammad tomb
Ghaus
Mohammad tomb, a mausoleum of the Afghan Prince.
Sonagiri
The 108 Jain
temples date back 1,500 years, all arranged on the steps of a hill. The
main temple (57) on top of the hill is in honour of the 8th Trithankara.
One can walk up on paved path ways to see the temples. Aarti is performed
in the main temples between 6-9 p.m daily.
Datia
The main
sight in this town is the 7- storied palace of Raja Bir Singh Deo, built
atop the hill. Other sights are temple with Mughal Frescoes, Gopeshwar
temple and the Tantrik Peeth of Pitambar Devi.
The Narwar
Fort
Capital of
Raja Nala. The place is mentioned as Nalpura (Nala's town) in a number of
medieval sanskrit inscriptions. The Narwar Fort is 500 feet above the
surrounding country. Though it is now in a dilapidated condition, yet
judging from the remains it seems likely that in the flourishing days it
might have been second to the Gwalior Fort in magnificence. The
architecture of the remains is Rajput in style with flat ceilings, fluted
columns and arches. Near the fort are the Jai Stambha, Sati monument, Ladu
Bungalow, Chhip Mahal, Makardwaj Tal, Kacheri mahal, Sikandar Lodi's
Mosque, Jail Kambha. Orchha
Orcha had the
distribution of being the capital of one of the largest and most powerful
kingdoms of Central India. It was founded in the 16th Century by the
Bundela chieftain Rudra Pratap. Dotting the landscape are numerous
shrines, memorials and palaces each contributing to the legend that is
Orchha. It is characterized by its delicate chattaris and trellis work,
which impart it charms of unusual beauty and architectural
richness.
How to get there
Air
Nearest airport
is Gwalior (120 km)
Rail
Nearest railhead
is Jhansi (19 km)
Road
Orchha lies on
the Jhansi - Khajuraho road, Regular bus services connect Orchha with
Jhansi.
In and
around
Bundela
school of painting
Complementing
the noble proportions of their exteriors are interiors which represent the
finest flowering of the Bundela school of painting. Strewn around the area
are little shrines and memorials, each with its own poignant history, each
contributing to the nostalgic beauty is Orcha.
Jehangir
Mahal
Built by Raja
Bir Singh Ju Deo in the 17th century to commemorate the visit of Emperor
Jehangir to Orcha. Its strong lines are counterbalanced by delicate
chhatries and trellis work, the whole conveying an effect of extraordinary
richness.
Raj
Mahal
Situated to
the right of the quadrangle, this palace was built by Madhukar Shah, the
deeply religious predecessor of Bir Singh Ju Deo. The plain exteriors,
crowned by chhatries, give way to interiors with exquisite murals, boldly
colourful, on a variety of religious themes.
Raj
Praveen Mahal
Poetess and
musician, Rai Praveen was the beautiful paramour of Raja Inramani (1672 -
76). The Palace built for her is a low, two storied brick structure,
designed to match the height of the trees in the surroundings.
Chaturbhuj
Temple
Built upon a
massive stone platform and reached by a steep flight of steps, the temple
was specially constructed to enshrine the image of Ram that remained in
the Ram Raja Temple.
The
Chandelas, the ambitious builders and great connoisseurs of atrs,
embellished their cities and towns with palaces, pools, and temples, but
the comples of sunshines at Khajuraho represents the climax, the best and
most spectacular specimens of Hindu temple architecture and sculpture in
medieval India. The capital of the Chandela Kings, Khajuraho is famous for
its magnificent temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and the Jain
Tirthankaras. These temples are built between 950 A.D. and 1050 A.D. The
temples of Khajuraho represent some of the most exquisite specimens in
medieval India, only 22 temples out of 85 now survive.
For many
centuries after the Chandela dynasty's decline in the 13th century, the
temples were concealed by dense jungles. Khajuraho was re-discovered by
captain T.S. Burt, a British army engineer in 1838.
General
information
Temperature And Rainfall Chart A. Maximum temperature in degrees centigrade B. Minimum temperature in degrees centigrade C.
Average rainfall in millimeters Feb Mar 24.3 27.4 34.3 40.1 42.6 39.5 33.0 31.7 32.6 32.3 29.1 24.8 7.3 9.7 14.8 21.9 26. 28.6 25.6 25.3 23.7 19.8 11.6 8.2 4.5 4.4 3.2 7.2 1.3 88.9 348.4 537.9 115.4 106.7 1.8 3.4 How to get
there Air
Khajuraho is
connected with Delhi and other major cities.
Rail
Jhansi (175 Km.)
and Satna (117 Km.) are the two convinient railheads to visit Khajuraho
from Bombay, Delhi & Madras. However Harpalpur (110 Km,) is the
nearest railhead to visit Khajuraho.
Road
Khajuraho is
connected with major tourist centres by good motorable roads. Some
important distances from Khajuraho are: Agra (395 km), Allahabad (285 km),
Bandhavgarh (237 km), Bhopal (372 km) Chitrakoot (176 km), Delhi (590 km),
Jabalpur (296 km) Lucknow (267 km) and Varanasi (415 km)
In and
around
The temples
of Khajuraho are divided into three geographical groups viz, Western,
Eastern, and Southern groups.
Western
Group of Temples
Chausath
Yogini
One of the
three granite temples in Khajuraho. Dedicated to Kali, it is also unique
in being quadrangular. Only 35 of the original 65 cells remain and the
image is the earliest surviving shrine
Kandariya
Mahadeo
It is the
largest and most typical Khajuraho temple. Perfectly symmetrical, it soars
31m high.
Devi
Jagdamba Temple
Another Kali
temple, originally dedicated to Vishnu.
Chitragupta Temple
North of Devi
Jagdamba temple and facing eastwards to the rising sun, dedicated to
Surya, the Sun God. The idol, an imposing 5 feet in height, is driving a
seven-horsed chariot.
Vishwanath
Temple
The steps
leading to the temple on the northern side are flanked by lions and on the
southern side by elephants. There is a impressive three-headed image of
Brahma inside.
Eastern
Group of Temples
Brahma
Temple, Vamana Temple and Javari Temple
A double row
of celestial nymphs adorn the outer wallsof the Vamana temple in a variety
of sensuous attitudes. Granite was used in the construction of the Brahma
temple.
Parsvanath
Temple
The largest
Jain temple in this group. Sculptures on the northern outer wall make this
timeless, of a woman bending thoughtfully over a letter, a damsel removing
a thorn from her foot.
Ghantai
Temple
Bearing
evidence of its original splendour, particularly arresting is a frieze
depicting the dreams of Mahavir's mother and a multi armed Jain goddess
riding on the winged Garuda.
Southern
Group of Temples
Dulhadeo
Temple
It is
dedicated to Lord Shiva and shows women sporting around trees.
Chaturbhuj
Temple
It has a
massive intricately carved image of Vishnu.
Raneh
falls
19 km - on
the Ken river are famous for their rock formations. The main attractions
is a 5 km long, 100 foot deep canyon made of pure crystalline granite in
varying shades of colours ranging from pink and red to grey.
Situated on
the banks of the river Saraswati and Khan. Indore was planned and founded
by Rani Ahilyabai Holkar and derives its name from the 18th century
Indreshwar Temple. Indore is a flourishing industrial city with a proud
past. Chief attraction is the Kanch Mandir or Glass Temple of the Digamber
Jains the walls, floor and ceiling of which are lavishly inlaid with glass
and mother of pearl. Palaces and cenotaphs of the former rulers are other
attractions.
General
information
How to get
there
Air
Indore is linked
directly with Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Bombay, Delhi, Gwalior
Rail
Indore is on
Western Railway and is connected to major cities of India.
Road
Indore is
connected by good motorable roads. Some important distances are:- Agra 605
km, Ahmedabad 456 km, Bhopal 187 km, Bombay 602 km, Delhi 809 km, Gwalior
486 km, Khajuraho 574 km, Maheshwar 90 km, Mandu 105 km, Ujjain 53 km
etc.
In and around
Rajwada
This two
century old seven storyed historic palace was the nerve centre of all
trading activities.
Chhatri
Bagh
Chhatris or
cenotaphs erected in memory of the Holkar rulers and their family. An
incomparable example of Maratha architecture and sculpture.
Lalbaug
Palace
The ancestral
palace of the rulers, today it is the residence of Usha Raje, direct
descendant of the Holkars. This exquisite monument reflects the taste,
grandeur and lifestyle of the Holkars.
Kanch
Mandir
Close to the
Rajwada is a quaint Jain shrine or 'Palace of mirrors'. In it one's
reflection can be seen cast in myriad mirrors studded on the walls and the
ceiling.
Bagh
Caves
There are 9
caves of which only 5 have survived, Cave No. 4 known as Rang Mahal is the
most magnificent.
Mandu
Mandu has
many historical monuments like Jahaz Mahal, Hindola Mahal, Jama Masjid,
Asharfi Mahal, Baz Bahadur 's Palace & Rani Rupmati's Pavilion.
MAHESHWAR 90 km - Situated on the banks of river Narmada, This town was
arlier known as Maheshmati. It gained importance under Rani Ahilya Bai
Holkar who constructed many temples and ghats on the banks of the
Narmada.
Omkareshwar
It has
numerous medieval temples. Perhaps the most important is the Shri
Omkareshwar Mahadeo temple enshrining one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of
India. Accomodation Facility available at Indore.
Among one of
India's most sacred and holy cities, the early history of Ujjain is lost
in the midst of antiquity. Situated on the bank of the holy river Shipra,
Ujjain has a long chequered history. According to ancient Hindu scriptures
it was originally called Avantika. Later King Shiva of Avanti
commemorating his triumph over the demon king of Tripuri, changed it to
Ujjayini (one who conquers with pride). Ujjain is also the site of famous
Kumbha Mela held here after every 12 years.
General
information
How to get there
Air
Nearest Airport
Indore (53 km) is connected to Bombay.
Rail
Ujjain is a
railway station on the Western Railway.
Road
Good Motorable
roads connect Ujjain with Ahmedabad (402 km), Bhopal (183 km), Bombay (655
km), Delhi (774 km), Gwalior (451 km), Indore (53 km) and Khajuraho (570
km) etc.
In and around
Bharatahari Cave
These caves
are situated just above the bank of the Shipra near the temple of
Gadkalika.
Gopal
Mandir
This huge
temple is situated in the middle of the big market square. It was
constructed by Bayajabai Shinde, the queen of Maharaja Daulat Rao Shinde
in the 19th century.
Kailadah
Palace
Situated on
the banks of the Shipra, the Island-like site immediately conjures up the
natural beauty of ancient Ujjain which poets down the ages have waxed
lyrical.
Kanha's sal
and bamboo forests, rolling grasslands and meandering streams stretch over
940 sq km in dramatic natural splendour. This is original Kipling country,
of which he wrote so vividly in his Jungle Book. The same abundance of
wildlife species exists today in Kanha National Park, which forms the core
of the Kanha Tiger Reserve created in 1974 under Project Tiger. The park
is the only habitat of the rare hardground barasingha.
In the 1930s,
the Kanha area was divided into two sanctuaries: Hallon and Banjar, of 250
sq km and 300 sq km each. Though one of these was subsequently disbanded,
the area remained a protected one until 1947. depletion of the tiger
population in the years that followed led to the area being made an
absolute sanctuary in 1952.
General
information
How to get there
Air
Nagpur (266 km)
is the nearest Airport to visit Kanha National Park
Rail
Jabalpur (169
km) is the convenient rail head to visit Kanha.
Road
Kanha National
Park is connected by road with Jabalpur 175 km, Khajuraho 445 km, Nagpur
266 km, Mukki 25 km, Raipur 219 km. Within the park: Koshi - Kanha (9 km),
Kishi - Katia (4 km), Kishi - Mukki (32 km). S.T.
What To See
Wild
life
The main
attractions are Tiger, Bison, Gaur, Sambar, Chital, Barasingha, Barking
Deer, Black Deer, Black Buck, Chousihgha, Nilgai, Mouse Deer, Sloth Bear,
Jackal Fox, Porcupine, Hyaena, Jungle Cat, Python, Pea fowl, Hare, Monkey,
Mongoose, Tiger, Leapord etc. can also be seen here.
Birds
species
Storks,
Teals, Pintails, Pond Herons, Egrets, Peacock, Pea Fowl, Jungle Fowl, Spur
Fowl, Patridges, Quails, Ring Doves, Spotted Parakeets, Green Pigeons,
Rock Pigeons, Cuckoos, Papihas, Rollers, Bee Eater, Hoopes, Drongos,
Warblers, King Fishers, Wood Peckers, Finches, Orioles, Owls, Fly
Catchers.
Museum
(closed on Wednesdays)
There is a
museum at kanha depicting attributes and activities of the park and tribal
culture.
This is a
small National Park; compact full of game. The density of the tiger
population at Bandhavgarh is the highest known in India. This is alos
white tiger country. These have been found in the old state of Rewa for
many years. The last known was captured by Maharaja Martand Singh in 1951.
this white tiger, Mohun, is now stuffed and on display in the palace of
the Maharajas of Rewa.
Bandhavgarh
is densely populated with other species; the great gaur, or Indian bison,
can be seen with ease, as they come onto the meadows to graze at dusk;
sambar and barking deer are a common sight, and nilgai are to be seen in
the more open areas of the park.
The terrain
is of great rocky hills rising sharply from the swampy and densely
forested valley bottoms. The finest hills is Bandhavgarh, sided with great
cliffs and eroded rocks and on its highest point stands Bandhvgarh fort,
thought to be some 2000 years old.
In 1947 Rewa
state was merged with Madhya Pradesh; Bandhavgarh came under the
regulations of Madhya Pradesh.
General
information
How to get there
Air
Khajurao (230
km) is the most convenient airport connected with Agra, Delhi,
Varansi.
Rail
The nearest
railhead Umaria (30 km) is on the Katni-Bilaspur section of South-Eastern
Railway. Another convenient railhead Satna (117 km) is on the
Bombay-Howrah main line of the Central Railway.
Road
Bandhavgarh
National Park is situated on the Satna-Umaria & Rewa-Umaria highway.
Some of the important road distances are: Khajuraho (via Satna) 230 km,
Varanasi (via Rewa) 340 km, Katni 75 km, Rewa 115 km, Umaria 30 km, Kanha
250 km etc.
What To see
Wildlife
Tiger,
Leopard, Bear, Bison, Chital, Sambhar, Nilgai,Chinkara,Chowsingha,Barking
deer, Wild Pig, Hyaena, Porcupine. Some of the bird species in the
park
Peacock,
Paradise fly catchers, Jungle Fowl, Golden and Black headed Orioles,
Yellow Ioras, Red-vented Bulbuls, Blue Jays, Purple Sunbirds, Green
Barbets and Mynahs.
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