Places around Indore with nature

Chhatri Bagh is one of the popular tourist attractions of Indore, Madya Pradesh. Chhatri bagh is renowned known for its permanent canopies. The structures were built in rememberance of the family members of the royal Holkar Dynasty. The chhatri primarily comprises a dome shaped cenotaphs with pyramidal spires on the top.

The Chhatri Bagh is a common tourist destination in Indore. An artificial lake has been created in this stretch of the usually dry Khan River. It has been further beautified with a fountain,well laid gardens on both banks and boating facility. The Chhatris are pict...

Bijasen Tekri is a temple located in the city of Indore, Madya Pradesh. This tekri (hillock) has a temple dedicated to BijasenMata which was built in the year 1920. It is prominent for it's Maa Durga Temple on hill top. The temple has it's roots in history and is also famous for its Navratri Mela(fair). It is located within city limits, at a distance of about 7 Km from city centre.

This tekri [hummock] has been named after Bijasen Mata hence called as Bijasen Tekri. Bijasen Tekri is an ideal picnic spot surrounded by gardens and a small lake. It offers a breathtaking view of the cit...

Gomatgiri(Gommatgiri) is an acclaimed Jain centre in the city of Indore, Madya Pradesh. Gomatgiri is a sacred place for the devotees belonging to the Jain religion. It is located within the city limits, with a distance of about 11-12 Kms from the city centre. It is located in close proximity to the Indore Airport.

One of the fascinating features of Gomatgiri is that it comprises twenty four well built and architecturally significant marble temples,each of which is dedicated to 24 Tirthankaras of Jain religion. The Gomatgiri cluster of temples is spacious and is surrounded with green...

Janapav also known as Janapav Kuti is a mountain and a famous tourist place located on Indore-Mumbai highway, Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The mountain is surrounded by dense forests and is considered second highest point of Malwa region. The distance between Janapav and Indore city is 45 kilometers.

The place is quite popular among trekkers for its scenic beauty and adventurous routes. As per the legend, it is the birthplace of Lord Parshurama,the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu, and is considered sacred by the Hindu community. At the top of the hill, there is an ashram of Jamadagni,the fat...

Indore White Church is one of the oldest churches in central India located near Agra Bombay road in Indore, Madya Pradesh. This is the largest Church in Indore. It is a British era church with British architecture prevelant in the construction as well as the architecture. It is located near city limits about 4 Kms from city center.

This church has beautiful interiors. The white colour on the walls of church and greenry near the church , makes it a scenic beauty. The colonial style Church stands in compliment to the Princely feel of the Indore City. Considered as one of the important...

Krishna Pura Chattris are exquisite cenotaphs of the three later Holkar rulers located in the city of Indore, Madya Pradesh. These memorials in stone are gracefully poised on the banks of the Khan river with their pyramidal spires tapering into soaring kalashas. It is located within city limits, at a distance of about about 14 Kms from the city centre.

Krishna Pura Chattris are memorials built on the cremation spots of the Holkar rulers of Indore. Facing west is the cenotaph built over the ashes of another woman ruler of Malwa. The other two Chhatris are of Tukoji Rao II and Shivaji...

Kamla(Kamala) Nehru Prani Sangrahalaya or Indore Zoo is a zoological garden situated in Indore, Madya Pradesh. It is owned and managed by Indore Municipal Corporation. It is situated at a distance of 4 Kms from Indore city-center, and is within Indore city limits. Indore zoo was established in the year of 1974.

Kamala Nehru Prani Sangrahalay is the largest zoological garden of Madya Pradesh and one of the oldest zoological parks of Madhya Pradesh. The zoo has vast varieties of animal and bird species which have been brought fromdifferent parts of world. The zoo's attempts to breed W...

Meghdoot Garden is a garden located in the city of Indore, Madya Pradesh. It is located within the city limits at a distance of around 4 km from Indore city center. Meghdoot Garden/Upvan is a very well maintained garden. The garden is quite popular for it's greenery and it's calm environment.

One can find various species of birds and animals at the Meghdoot Garden.

Its a beautiful place to roam around, especially during the mornings and evenings. Very calm atmosphere, one can spend a good time in fresh air in a pleasant morning.

Meghdoot Garden, being one of th...

Tincha falls is a monsoon water fall located near the Tincha village, Indore, Madya Pradesh, from which it derives its name. One can reach Tincha falls on the Simrol-Udainagar Road, by taking a small left deviation. The distance between Tincha falls and Indore is around 20-25 km.

Tincha Falls is a famous monsoon destination amongst the tourists, as the beauty of the falls blooms with the advent of rains. It runs only in monsoon or sometime after that. It remains dry after the season, but place is serene and is an ideal picnic spot.

Far from the city noise and pollution, Tinch...

The Patalpani waterfall is a beautiful waterfall located a bit far distance from Indore city. It is located in Indore district of Madhya Pradesh. The waterfall is approximately 300 feet high. The area around Patalpani is a popular picnic and trekking spot. Patalpani waterfalls is located 36 kilometers from Indore.

The water flow is highest immediately after the rainy season (usually after July). It goes almost dry in the summer season,and the stream is reduced to a trickle.

Patalpani waterfall is open all days from timings: 11:00 AM to 08:00 PM. It's an ideal place to ge...

Sheetlamata (also called Sitlamata) Fall is one of the popular water falls near Indore, Madya Pradesh. It is located a bit far from city limits, at a distance of about 60 Kms from Indore city centre.

Nearby from sitla mata fall there are 2-3 natural caves which are stated as the hiding place for Holkar State Pindaris. Personal vehicle or taxi could be the best option to reach this place. It is a beautiful water fall with scenic greenery all around.

Whilst visiting Sheetlamata falls, one should also visit the manpur local market.

Monsoon is the best time to visi...

Shri Omkareshwar temple is a Hindu temple situated near Indore, Madya Pradesh. It is dedicated to God Shiva. Omkareshwar is at a distance of 107 Km from Indore.

Omkareshwar temple is one of the 12 revered Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. It is on an island called Mandhata or Shivapuri in the Narmada river;the shape of the island is said to be like the Hindu (Om) ॐ symbol. This temple is located in beautifulsurroundings of river Narmada. The temple is very serene.

Omkareshwar is a spiritual place of lord shiva. Visitors can either walk over a footbridge or take a boat ride to go ...

Ralamandal Wildlife Sanctuary is an exquisite bird and wild life sanctuary situated 20 km from the city of Indore, Madya Pradesh. The park is a perfect site for trekking enthusiasts and gives a lot of chances to explore the quintessential fauna it pertains. It is a good place for trekking near Indore.

The sanctuary is home to various animals that include deer, rabbits and an umpteen variety of birds. A lot earlier the park even claimed to inhabit a tiger. Teak, Saja, Chandan, Eucalyptus, Babool, Bamboo and a lot other plants and herbs could be appreciated among the woods. The park f...

Bhartrihari Caves(Also known as Raja Bhartrihari Caves) are one of the famous caves around Indore, Madya Pradesh. This is the one of the prominent singhtseeing sport during any Indore trip. It is at this ancient place that Bhartrihari is said to have meditated. It is located at a distance of about 63 Kms from Indore city centre.

Bharatrihari caves are very old but well maintained. Bhartrihari caves are historical caves located on the banks of river Kshipra. These caves are one of the best examples of natural caves.

Electric bulbs have been fitted inside the caves for co...

Ram Mandir Ghat is a famous ghat near Ujjain, Madya Pradesh. This ghat is very much popular for taking holy baths in the Shipra river. The distance between Ram Mandir Ghat and the city of Indore is 57 Kms.

Ram Mandir Ghat is located near the Harsiddhi Temple. The temple of Navagraha, the nine planets, on the Triveni ghat of Shipra is a prominent centre of attraction for the pilgrims. The newly furbished ghat is a pleasure to visit particularly when the 'Sandhya River Aarti' is conducted. A small group of priests have begun this practice lately. The place has been cleaned up and the r...