Sightseeing at Indore

Indore is the largest and historic city in Madhyastructures in Indore. It was formerly called King
Pradesh. The place is naturally gifted with beautifulEdward Hall. The hall was made in Indo-Gothic
landscapes and a clean environment. Tourism instyle architecture of Seoni stone. It has a
Indore continues to improve with the help of thefour-faced clock tower, domes, Minarets,
many attractions around the city. Indore is anfrescoed ceilings having ornamental moldings. It
ideal destination for sightseeing and the perfecthas a central hall that can accommodate 2000
place to unwind.people at a time. This place is used as a major
Indore is the commercial capital of Central India. Itcultural and art venue throughout the year. A
is located along the Malwa Plateau, north ofchildren's park library and temple are amongst the
Vindhya Range. It is the most populous city inmost popular spots of Gandhi Hall.
Madhya Pradesh with its 1,597,445 population.Rajwada
Indore was built by Rani Ahilyabai Holker,Rajwada is a historical place belonging to the
promising exciting attractions like temples, palaces,Holkers period. It is a two-century old palace that
plains, hill stations and museums. Many touristsserves as a gateway of Rajwada. It stands in the
visit different attractions along the city throughouttown's old portion, along the crowded streets of
the year.Kajuri Bazar. The palace's architecture is a blend
Annapurna Templeof French, Mughal and Maratha architecture.
Annapurna Temple is one of the most famousThis 200 year old seven-story palace has galleries,
pilgrimage centers in India dedicated to thefountains, gardens and artificial waterfalls. A palace
goddess Annapoorna. She is the goddess of foodnamed Holkar was built with the use of
in Hindu Mythology. The majestic shrine resemblesmonumental stones and wooden structures. This
the famous Madurai Meenakshi Temple. There areremarkable mansion was burnt thrice over the
three shrines inside, namely; the Hanuman, Sivanyears and was renovated with magnificent
and the Kalabhairava. Annapurna Templesculpture pieces since the 11th century.
possesses architectural splendor such as anLal Bagh Palace
ornamented gate and decorative walls withLal Bagh Palace is one of the finest monuments
legendary characters.that had imposed testimonials of the Holkar
Khajrana (Ganesh Temple)dynasty. It is the ruler's ancestral palace, giving a
Khajrana is a pilgrimage center which was built bypicture of the Holkan lifestyle. Royal receptions
Rani Ahalya Bhai Holkar. Devotees believed thatand functions are held here to showcase its
their wishes will come true after prayers andquality archirtecture. The palace was converted as
offerings during Wednesdays and Sundays. Thea museum worth seeing. It is open from 10 am
temple is also a dwelling place for rulers. Theto 5 in the afternoon.
peaceful environment gives most tourists a warmKanch Mandir/ Glass Temple
feeling.Kanch Mandir Temple is a temple made of
Chattri Cenotaph Baghmirrors. It is also called the Seth Hukumchand
Chattri Bagh contains many beautiful memorials.Temple. The colorful Jain Temple has a beautiful
Chattris is a local name used in describing theshrine with intricate patterns and glass paintings.
dome structures that were built for ceremonialThe 21 images of Lord Mahavir correspond to the
rites of their rulers. There are three royal tombs21 Jain Thiethankaras.
along the Khan River of the Holkar clan. TheBada Ganapati
Maranatha styled architecture of memorial stonesBada Ganpati was built in 1875. It is the home of
and pyramidal spires exhibits brilliant designs.the largest statue of Ganapati. It was made up of
Cremation spots are also made for their rulers.brass, gold, silver, copper and iron together with
A prayer hall having an oblong shape was carvedlimestone, bricks, jaggery and mud from
with pillars and arches along with the life sizedelephants and horses.
Holkar ruler statue. Chattris glows against theIndore abounds with many tourist attractions.
black sky with a fountain, garden and boatingThroughout the years, this has made an
facility, attracting more and more people everyoutstanding impact on the region's culture and the
night.society. The city is being rewarded because of its
Gandhi Hallbolstering Tourism industry and the commercial
Mahatma Gandhi Hall is one of the prettiestachievements of its people.