| Population:- | 20 Lakhs,Cosmopolitan |
| Languages:- | Hindi,English |
| Climate:- | Location is [approx. 76 E, 23 N], Indore moderately to extreme climate. From 3°C to 40°C |
| Rainfall:- | 30 to 35 inches |
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TRANSPORTATION:-
Air Services:-To Bombay,Delhi,Ahemdabad Train Services:-There are daily express trains connecting Indore with Delhi (Nizamuddin Express), Jammu Tawi (Malwa Express) and Mumbai (Avantika Express). Weekly trains for Cochin (Ahilya Nagari Express), Calcutta (Kshipra Express), and Jaipur. Indore is also connected to Ajmer, Chittorgarh, Khandwa, Kachiguda etc. through metre gauge lines. Fast Intercity Express runs between Indore - Bhopal. Shuttle service is available for Ujjain, and Mhow. Bus Services:To Towns of M.P.,Gujrat,Mumbai Meet The Author |
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Indore was Planned and built by the brave Rani Ahilyabai Holkar.She was the daughter-in-law of Malhar Rao Holkar. It was Maratha Peshwa Baji Rao who presented Indreshwar as Indore was known then to his faithful general Malhar Rao Holkar. Indore has some interesting monuments of that era, the Lal Bagh Palace with its interiors modelled on the lines of the Versailles palace of the Sun King, Louis XIV. This lovely palace, sports every conceivable architectural frill ever invented. The sober seven-storey Raj Wada Palace down the road is a sight more elegant. Indore lies on the banks of the rivers Saraswati and Khan. The city derives its name from the 18th century Indreshwar temple. The Kanch Mandir is a marvel in glass.The walls, ceiling, floor, pillars, doors are entirely inlaid with glass. The mirrorwork reflects minute details. There are paintings done in coloured glass which depict stories from Jain scriptures. At the top is a special glass chamber which multiplies the three statues of Lord Mahavir installed there, into an infinite number. Krishnapura Chhatris:are exquisite cenotaphs of the three Holkar rulers. These memorials in stone with their pyramidal spires tapering into soaring Kalashas. These are built on the cremation spots of the Holkar rulers. Facing west is the cenotaph built over the ashes of another woman ruler of Malwa, Maharani Krishnabai. The other two Chhatris are of Tukoji Rao II and Shivaji Rao, and are linked by a common oblong prayer hall with ornately carved arches and pillars on a high platform along the garbha grihas containing life size statues of these rulers. A breathtaking sight at night when illuminated, the Chhatris glow ethearaly against the dark sky. An artificial lake is created in this stretch of the otherwise dry Khan river, complete with a fountain, well laid gardens on both banks. Rajwada (Holkar Palace): It is a seven storied building (only facade remains) built over two centuries ago. This historic palace of the Holkars is built in a mixture of Maratha, Mughal and French style. The gopura-like monumental stone and wood structure, flanked by bastions and studded with balconies and windows.Its lofty entrance archway above a huge wooden door encrusted with iron studs, leads into a vast courtyard enclosed by galleried rooms, and the arcaded Ganesh Hall. A symmetrically laid out garden featuring fountains, an artificial waterfall and some superb pieces of eleventh century sculpture now replaces burnt portion. Bada Ganapati: known for its size than antiquity, this temple houses perhaps the largest Ganesh idol in the world, measuring 25 ft. from crown to foot. The idol has a most interesting configuration of ingredients: bricks, lime stone, masala made of Gud, methi dana, soil collected from seven moksha puris: Ayodhya, Mathura, Maya, Kashi, Kanchi, Avantika, and Dwaraka, mud from stables of horse, elephant and cow, the powder of Pancharatna : heera, panna, moti, manek and pukhraj and the holy water from all major places of pilgrimage. The metalic frame is of gold, silver, copper, brass and iron. Khajrana: this Ganesh temple is made by Rani Ahilya Bai. They believe that praying here fulfils one's wishes. Geeta Bhavan: is adorned with many statues of Gods of various religions.Open to all, irrespective of caste, creed, religion etc., with provision for devouts to pray separately. Central hall is decorated with wall paintings from Puranas, Ramayan, Mahabharat, and is used for religious descourses. Mahatma Gandhi Hall: Built in 1904 and originally named as King Edward Hall, was renamed as Mahatma Gandhi Hall in 1948. This Indo-gothic structure is made in seoni stone and its domes and steeples are a landmark of Indore city. It has a clock tower in front, due to which it is also known locally as Ghanta Ghar. Gopal Mandir: This is a Krishna temple built by Krishna Bai Holkar in 1832. Situated on the right wing of the Rajwada, it has a big central hall with stupendous pillars bearing a massive roof which is elaborately decorated. Its system of lighting in the form of huge glass chandeliers is eye catching. Indore Museum : The Indore museum houses the finest collection of Parmar sculptures from Hinglajgarh. The Parmar style originated here and and is characterized by proportionated figures, carefully and ornately depicted in stone. The museum is also known for its collection of coins, arms and armours. Annapurna Mandir: Inspired by the Meenakshi temple of Madurai, four life size elephants hold an ornately decorative gate in plaster. Inside the complex, apart from the main temple of Annapurna Devi are also temples of Shiva, Kal Bhairav, and Hanuman. The outer wall of the main temple is decorated with colourful reliefs from mythological stories. Gomatgiri: In 1981, the M.P. government donated a hillock to the Jain Samaj, who constructed a 21 feet statue of Gomateshwar, a replica of the Bahubali statue of Shrawanbegola. Also built are 24 marble temples with shikhars, for each Tirthankar. Bijasen Tekri: This hillock (tekri) has a small temple of Bijasen Mata, built in 1920. Mela is held here during Navaratri. From this hill, one gets a magnificent view of the sunset and a breathtaking view of city at night. Surrounding area is being developed into gardens with a small lake. Deoguradia: In a small picturesque village of Deoguradia, 8 kms from Indore, on Nemawar road, stands the monolithic rock temple built in 7th century. Also known as Garuda Tirth, it has a water outlet in the shape of of Gomukh from which water flows out almost as in Abhishek. The original Shivalinga is 12 ft under water in a sunken temple above which the present temple is constructed. On every Shivratri, a fair is held in honour of the diety - Shri Gutkeshwar Mahadeo. Nakhrali / Chokhi Dhani are heritage villages with rustic Rajasthani atmosphere. There are camel / horse / goat / bullock rides, train ride, puppet show, magic show, monkey show, for the kids in addition to boating facility, Rajasthani dance cum entertainment show, etc. There is also a spacious Indian style dining hall where hot, tasty meals are served. There are currently two such villages, Nakhrali Dhani at Rau in the southern suburb and Chokkhi Dhani on Khandwa road in the eastern suburb. |
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Nearby attractions: Ujjain: The pilgrimage town of Ujjain is about 56 km from Indore. It traces its origin to the very dawn of Indian history. Hindu astronomy, astrology and geography have Ujjain as the base for calculations which is the "Greenwich" of Hindu astronomers and astrologers. Situated on the bank of Kshripra, it is one of the India. It is place of one of the Kumbh Melas. It was the capital of the Avanti Nagari of Raja Bhoj and poet Kalidasa. It had become a great centre for learning during the rule of the great legendary king Vikramaditya. The temple of Mahakaleshwar is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. Bhartrihari caves, Sandipani (Shri Krishna's Guru) Ashram, ancient observatory are some of the places to visit. 
Dewas is 36 kms from Indore. Its name is derived from a hill in its vicinity known as Devi Vashini, on which is perched a temple of its presiding deity Chamunda Devi. Most beautiful spot is the Devi hall where there are several temples cut out in rocky walls with images in relief.
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