A charming city situated in the splendid Narmada river valley, Indore in the state of Madhya Pradesh is renowned for its majestic temples and magnificent monuments. A historic city, which was ruled over by famous dynasties, Indore will enthral visitors with its historical monuments and cultural heritage.

Famed for its unique handicraft articles, Indore the city offers the best terracotta idols and paper mache products. A wide range of shopping materials like ethnic and chic jewellery, good quality silk and satin clothes, delicate glass bangles are also in store here to fascinate the shopping buffs. The world famous Chanderi and Maheshwari silks of Indore lure people with its artistic grandeur.

Indore has great variety and taste in food and offers multiple cuisines like spicy foods and traditional Indian sweets. The kebabs, bhutte ki kees, mawa-bati, khoprapak and malpua of Madhya Pradesh give you an experience that will fill your stomach and would leave an imperishable effect on your heart. Widely spoken languages are Malwi and Hindi.

Best time to visit:

Summer months are hot which makes a bit difficult for outdoor activities while winters are very much favourable for sightseeing and all other tourist activities. The best season to visit Indore is from October to March.

Top five places to see:

Lal Bagh Palace – The Lal Bagh Palace is one of the imposing testimonials of the Holkar dynasty. An expression of their culture and opulence, the ancestral palace of the great regime, Lal Bagh Palace is one among the finest monuments in Indore.

Khajrana – The citizens of Indore have great faith in this Ganesh temple, built during the reign of Ahilyabai Holkar. It is believed that all wishes are fulfilled by praying here.

Chhatris – Chhatris are the tombs or cenotaphs erected in memory of dead Holkar rulers and their family members. The Chhatris picturesquely poised on the Khan River banks near Rajawada are incomparable in terms of Maratha architecture and sculpture of their period.

Kanch Mandir – The Kanch Mandir, as the name suggests, is a temple which is entirely made up of glass and mirrors. It is also known as the Seth Hukamchand Temple, as it was built by the ‘Cotton King’ Sir Hukamchand Seth in the early 20th Century. It is primarily a Jain temple and is a wonder in glass.

Central Museum / Indore Museum – Central Museum, also known as the Indore Museum, is one of the most interesting buildings in Indore. It is a treat for the people who are genuinely fascinated by the history of India and the rich civilization that flourished here in the pre-historic age.