About Indore Tourism: Indore is one of Madhya Pradesh’s most popular tourist destinations boasting a rich culture and heritage. It is known for its magnificent palaces, temples, gardens and parks, museums, educational institutions, and food. Visit this great city with Holidify’s diverse range of Indore travel packages which are fully customisable.
Rajwada, established over 200 years ago by the Holkars, is one of Indore’s most majestic palaces. It’s known for its beautiful architecture, manicured gardens, the statue of Queen Ahilya Bai and a light and sound show. Another grand palace is the Lal Bagh Palace, the former residence of the Holkars; now a museum, it houses artefacts of the Holkar dynasty and Maratha empire and is famous for its rose garden.
You can spend some time in nature amidst the bustling city at the Ralamandal Wildlife Sanctuary, which houses numerous animals like deer, tigers, leopards etc. A trip to the Patalpani Waterfalls, a popular picnic spot surrounded by forests and hills, would be great too. Do visit the Pipliyapala Regional Park for some boating; it also comprises the Artistic Village, French Gardens, Mist and Musical Fountain etc.
When you travel to Indore, make sure to go to some of its temples and churches. Kanch Mandir, featuring beautiful artwork on glass panels, is a Jain temple that’s worth visiting. The Annapurna Temple, Khajrana Temple and Gommat Giri are some others to see. Furthermore, the Indore White Church is a must-visit owing to its beautiful European architecture. It is beautifully decorated with lights during Christmas time.
Don’t forget to treat yourself to some tasty food when on a trip to Indore. The city is renowned for Indori poha, imarti, chaat, dal bafla, malpua etc. Markets like Chhappan Dukan and Sarafa Bazar are known to sell these delicious treats. You can also shop for other items like Maheshwari and Chanderi sarees, fabrics with block printing or zari work, handicrafts etc.
The best time to plan your trip to Indore is from October to March, when the weather is cool and pleasant for sightseeing. You would find accommodation in hotels, guesthouses, apartments etc. About 1 to 2 days are enough to explore the city. Indore tour packages often also include other destinations like Ujjain and Khajuraho, which are synonymous with numerous temples.
Some of the famous temples of Khajuraho include the Dulhadev Temple, Lakshman Temple and Kandariya Mahadev Temple. You can also attend a light and sound show which educates you about the town’s temples. On the other hand, Ujjain is visited predominantly for the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga and for the Kala Bhairava Temple and Harsiddhi Temple. It also hosts the Kumbh Mela, specifically at the Ram Mandir Ghat.
Thanks to Holidify’s budget-friendly Indore holiday packages, you get to experience the best of the city and make countless memories, no matter whether you are alone or with family/friends.
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