Indore has been fascinating its tourists since ages owing to its architectural marvels including grand monuments, palaces, and forts. It is one of the most beautiful cities of Madhya Pradesh MP with an intriguing history. Majority of Indore still reflects the influence of the Maharashtrian rulers 'Holkar'. Visit Indore and witness the grandeur of beautifully carved temples and ancient forts. Indore is situated on the banks of the River Saraswati and Khan and the prime tourist attractions include Kanch Mandir, Rajwada, Chattri Bagh, Bada Ganpati, Lalbagh Palace, etc. It is a grea place for all kinds of tourists – history lovers, art admirers, or even the devotees. Further, if you wish to get rid of the monotony of daily life, take a break and visit he weekend getaways around Indore. Here are the places worth visiting
1. Panchmarhi
Panchmarhi is the most beautiful hill station of Madhya Pradesh where the hills, the serene waterfalls and the ancient caves of the Buddhist age are staying harmoniously with one another. Embellished by rich history and nature, this place is also called ‘Satpura ki Rani’.
Best time to Visit: -The best time to visit Panchmarhi is between Octobers to June.
Distance from the city: -338.9 KM via MP SH 22.
2. Mandu
Mandu is a popular tourist destination which shelters the biggest fort of India- The Mandu Fort. Adorned with rich Afghan architecture, this ruin city attracts a lot of people of for the age old palaces and forts.
Best time to visit:-The best time to visit Mandu is between October to March.
Distance from the city:-97.4 KM via Indore-Dhar road.
3. Omkareshwar
Omkareshwar is a holy island for the Hindu and from the top of you see, this place is shaped as ‘om’, the sacred symbol in Hinduism. This is also one of the twelve jyotirlingas which is visited a number of people throughout the year.
Best time to visit:-Between September to March is the best time to visit Omkareshwar.
Distance from the City: - 78 KM via Khandwa-Indore rd.
4. Ujjain
Ujjain is both an ancient and a holy city for the Hindus. This place has one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. So many popular fairs are held in this city and people flock here specially to watch the grandeur of those fairs.
Best time to Visit:-Between October to March.
Distance from the city:-56.4 Km via Indore road.
5. Sanchi
Sanchi is a place where you can explore the rich Buddhist art and architecture to the fullest. Also, you can visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sanchi Stupa here in this city.
Best time to visit:-October to March.
Distance from the city:-569.2 km via NH 19.
6. Bhimbetka
Bhimbetkan an rock shelters are regarded as an archaeological site, bearing the early evidence of human existence on the Indian subcontinent and also of Stone Age.
Best time to visit:-October to March
Distance from the city: -237.1 KM via Indore-Bhopal road.
7. Chittogarh
Chittogarh is regarded as the epitome of the Rajput romance, pride and vivacious spirit. This historical city showcases the imposing structures and the enticing stories of the tumultuous past.
Best time to visit:-October to March.
Distance from the city:- 345 Km via Mhow-Neemuch Road
8. Khajuraho
Khajuraho is a popular place for the beautiful temples and sculptures which display the rich culture, finest art and tradition of the early ages.
Best time to visit:-July to March.
Distance from the city:- 565.9 KM via Indore-Bhopal rd.
9. Bhopal
Bhopal, known as the ‘City of Lakes’, is the home of many religious sites, monuments and historical places.
Best time to visit:-October to March.
Distance from the city:-193.5 Km via Indore-Bhopal road.
10. Chikhaldara
Apart from being the only area of coffee growing in this region, this place is also popular for beautiful lakes, exotic wildlife and panoramicviewpoints.
Best time to visit:-July to September.
Distance from the city:- 294 KM via Khandwa-Indore road.
11. Bhojpur
Bhojpur is an ancient city significant both from the religious and historical point of view. This small but beautiful town is ideal as a weekend destination.
Best time to visit:-October to March
Distance from the city:-234.3 KM
12. There are many more places for the weekend destination from Indore, they are as follow
1. Burhanpur
Time to visit: October to March
Distance from Indoe: 180.5 km via MP SH 27
2. Lonar
Time to visit: November to January
Distance from Indore: 387.2 km via MP SH 27
3. Kalpa
Time to visit: October to May
Distance from Indore: 1,392.6 km via NH5
4. Banswara
Time to visit: Anytime during the year
Distance from Indore: 225.0 km via Mhow - Neemuch Rd and NH927A
5. Ratlam
Time to visit: During July to September
Distance from Indore: 138.7 km via Indore - Dhar Rd and Mhow Rd/Mhow - Neemuch Rd
6. Vidisha
Time to visit: September to March
Distance from Indore: 246.3 km via Indore - Bhopal Rd
7. Itarsi
Time to visit: Sep to Feb
Distance from Indore: 235.7 km via NH47
8. Haldia
Time to visit: October and November
Distance from Indore: 1,655.5 km via NH53
9. Chitrakoot
Time to visit: October to March
Distance from Indore: 684.5 km via MP SH 49
10. Satna
Time to visit: October to March
Distance from Indore: 630.2 km via Indore - Bhopal Rd
11. Hoshangabad
Time to visit: October to March
Distance from Indore: 222.1 km via NH47 and MP SH 22
12. Vadodara
Time to visit: October to March
Distance from Indore: 338.1 km via NH47
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