MADHYA PRADESH
Madhya Pradesh is welcoming pilgrims and tourists all through the year and even the weather is quite favourable most of the time. But it’s always recommended to go for pilgrimage on auspicious occasions to Madhya Pradesh. It’s during these times that you’ll find the State adorned like a newly wedded bride and the pilgrimage places exude their maximum charm. You shall also connect with many other like-minded devotees.
UJJAIN
The ancient city dating back to 600 BC prides in having some of the most fascinating pilgrimage sites in Madhya Pradesh. It’s one of the holiest cities for the Hindus and you’ll find some prominent temples here. Being one of the 12 auspicious Jyotirlingas of the country, the religious significance of Ujjain is certainly undeniable. You’ll always see the rush of pilgrims visiting here to pay homage at the significant temples like Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, Swayambhu Temple, Kal Bhairav Temple, Gadkalika Temple, etc.
AMARKANTAK
You can call it the king of the Pilgrimage centres in Madhya Pradesh. Amarkantak is the most alluring place you’ll ever visit in your life. Located around 1000 metres above the sea level, the undying beauty of this place is totally jaw dropping. The Narmada Ugam Temple located here celebrates the origin of the River Narmada and is said to be built as per the orders of Goddess Narmada herself centuries back. You’ll love visiting the Pataleshwar Mahadev Temple which will transport you to the archaic era with its ancient charm and holy vibe.
JABALPUR
Jabalpur is a city in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. On a rocky hilltop on the western outskirts of the city is the Madan Mahal Fort, built in 1116. Farther west, the centuries-old Pisanhari Ki Madiya Jain temple offers views of the city. Another Jain temple, Hanumantal Bada Jain Mandir, sits on the shore of a lake in the north. The central Rani Durgavati Museum displays intricately carved sculptures.
INDORE
Indore is a city in west-central India. It’s known for the 7-story Rajwada Palace and the Lal Baag Palace, which date back to Indore’s 19th-century Holkar dynasty. The Holkar rulers are honored by a cluster of tombs and cenotaphs at Chhatri Baag. The night market Sarafa Bazar sells street food. East is the Indo-Gothic Gandhi Hall and clock tower. The Jain temple Kanch Mandir has a mirrored mosaic interior.
SANCHI STUPA , BHOPAL
Sanchi is a Buddhist complex, famous for its Great Stupa, on a hilltop at Sanchi Town in Raisen District of the State of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is located, about 23 kilometers from Raisen town, district headquarter and 46 kilometres north-east of Bhopal, capital of Madhya Pradesh.
MAHESHWER & OMKARESHWER
Just as the name suggests, these are the mightiest religious places in Madhya Pradesh. The Maheshwar town is especially dedicated to Lord Shiva and the Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga has a prominent importance in the Hindu religion. When arriving here for the pilgrimage trip, head to the Omkarmandhata, Gauri Somnath Temple, and Ahileshwar Temple. Also don’t miss the opportunity to check the Ahilya Fort, Holkar Fort — and Kasrawad, where you’ll get the special Maheshwar Sarees.
