Bhopal-Narsinghgarh Tour
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City of Lakes; National Museum of Mankind; Gauhar Mahal; Indian History; Cultural Heritage; Wild Life Sancutary; Fort of Narsinghgarh;
Cultural heritage of Madhya Pradesh has an important place in Indian history. Being centrally located, the region witnessed a continuous development and efflorescence of human civilization and saw changes and continuities in the themes and styles according to the changing socio-political and cultural milieu.
Read Full Description- Destination:
- Bhopal, India
- Trip Length:
- 2 days
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- From $0 to $500 per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- Any time.
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Detailed Trip Description
Cultural heritage of Madhya Pradesh has an important place in Indian history. Being centrally located, the region witnessed a continuous development and efflorescence of human civilization and saw changes and continuities in the themes and styles according to the changing socio-political and cultural milieu.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Bhopal
Tour starts from Bhopal. Half day siteseeing in Bhopal.
Private Car Service
Tour starts form Bhopal, the city of lakes. You will be picked up from the location of your choice in Bhopal and transferred to the hotel.
Sightseeing
A half-day siteseeing is arranged in Bhopal. Bhopal city is also referred to as the City of Lakes because of the two beautiful lakes. The city has immense archaeological, historical and political importance attached to it. The origin of the city dates back to the eleventh century when Raja Bhoj founded the Bhojpal City. However the Bhopal of today was built during the eighteenth century by Dost Mohammed.
Sightseeing
Today's siteseeing in Bhopal includes the visit to Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (National Museum of Mankind) and Gauhar Mahal.
Museums
Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (National Museum of Mankind) is a unique museum situated on a prehistoric site and the only museum in the world scattered with numerous prehistoric painted rock shelters. The cultural diversity and religion of India's tribes is highlighted in the museum. Tribal Habitat is an open-air exhibit; an entire fishing village has been replicated featuring Coastal Village with a Kerala snake boat, Desert Village from Rajasthan as well as a Himalayan Village. The museum is created in about 80 hectares of undulating land on the bank of upper lake of Bhopal.
Historical and Educational Tours
In the evening you will be visiting Gauhar Mahal, one of the first buildings built by the nawabs of Bhopal in 1816. The Mahal is a magnificent expression of the fusion of Hindu and Mugal architecture. Gauhar Mahal is situated behind Shaukat Mahal on the banks of the Upper Lake. It is an architectural gem built by Kudsia Begum, also known as Gohar Begum.
Shopping
Later in the evening, you may also opt to visit Chowk bazaar. In the heart of the city, the Chowk is lined with old mosques and havelis are reminders of a bygone era. The shops in its narrow alleys are treasure troves of traditional Bhopal crafts: silver jewelry, exquisitely fashioned beadwork, embroidered and sequined velvet fashioned purses and cushions.
Hotel
You will be staying in Bhopal tonight. Stay either in Hotel Sarthak, Sudarshan Palace or Hotel Pleasure Inn.
Day 2 - Bhopal
Bhopal - Narsinghgarh.
Private Car Service
This morning you will be visiting the town of Narsinghgarh. After breakfast, we will hit the road heading towards Narsinghgarh.
Sightseeing
Narsinghgarh is 83 Kms. from the Bhopal. The town of Narsinghpur is nearly 300 years old having been founded in 1681 by Dewan Parasram. The town is famous for the natural beauty and is also known as "Kashmir of Malwa" region. Here you will be visiting Wild Life Sancutary and The Narsinghgarh Fort.
Sightseeing
The Wild Life Sancutary is built by the rulers of the state and in the ancient time this sanctuary is used for hunting purpose by the rulers. In the center of this sanctuary, Chidikho Lake is situated which is one of the main attraction. Along with the other migratory birds, Peacock is mainly seen in this sanctuary and in nearby areas.
Sightseeing
The Fort of Narsinghgarh was built nearly 300 years ago in the Rajput style. It is situated at the height of nearly 350 feet above the town.
Private Car Service
You will come back to Bhopal in the evening. Tour concluded in Bhopal.
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