Madhya Pradesh Tourism

Madhya Pradesh (commonly abbreviated as MP) is a state in the plains of India. The name "Madhya Pradesh" means "central region", and derives from its geographical position. Madhya Pradesh is often called as the Heart of India. Madhya Pradesh was once the largest state in India unitl November 1, 2000, when the state of Chattisgarh was carved out.

Madhya Pradesh has been rather neglected as a travel destination, but in reality, it has a rich feast for those who seek prehistoric paintings, historic forts, religious erotica, or tribal culture. The Bhimbetka rock shelters in Madhya Pradesh exhibit the earliest traces of human life in India. The Stone Age rock paintings of Bhimbetka (Madhya Pradesh) are approximately 9000 years old. Madhya Pradesh is home to several national parks including Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National Park, Satpura National Park, Panna National Park, Pench National Park and others. Natural lovers will find unlimited treat in Madhya Pradesh with places like Bhedaghat, Dhuadhar, Chambal, and Pachmarhi. Madhya Pradesh also provides numerous historical monuments in cities like Gwalior, Mandu, and Bhopal. One of the most attractive destination for Madhya Pradesh is Khajuraho with its 9th to 12th century temples with numerous erotic sculptures around these temples.