Mandu Travel Essentials
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"Madhya Pradesh’s ruined city of romance and history"
Mandu Tourism
Mandu, a city located in the Malwa region of Madhya Pradesh, is the epitome of architectural excellence. This city is testament to the unconditional love between Prince Baz Bahadur and Rani Roopmati. Mandu also boasts of the oldest erected monument of India.
The remnants of the ancient city of Mandu is a beautiful place which is rich in history and heritage. The beauty of Mandu is visible in its palaces, monuments and widespread lawns. The beautiful palaces take you back to the era of the kings and the queens. The old palaces are preserved in all their ancient glory, so Mandu seems to jump straight out of an age-old fairytale.
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Restaurants and Local Food in Mandu
The city of Mandu is popularly known for one specific dish that every restaurant over here is a specialist in - the Poha. Mandu as a whole is a vegetarian location in majority but one can find non vegetarian delicacies in Malwa retreat and Malwa resort. Do try the huge Mandu Imlis that are a rare find of this location.
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Suggested Itinerary for Mandu
Day 1: Reach Mandu and check in to your hotel. Start the day by visiting Jami Masjid. Head towards the tomb of Hoshang. End the day by visiting Ashrafi Mahal.
Day 2: Get ready to explore the infamous Jahaz Mahal and explore the history of Mandu. Then go to Hindola Mahal. Finally, head towards Champa Baoli and wrap the day.
Day 3: Go to the grand Rani Rupmati's Pavillion which is 4 km away from Mandu. Visit the beautiful Baz Bahadur Palace which is also 4 km away.
Day 2: Get ready to explore the infamous Jahaz Mahal and explore the history of Mandu. Then go to Hindola Mahal. Finally, head towards Champa Baoli and wrap the day.
Day 3: Go to the grand Rani Rupmati's Pavillion which is 4 km away from Mandu. Visit the beautiful Baz Bahadur Palace which is also 4 km away.
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How to Reach Mandu
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Mandu has no airport or railway station of its own. The nearest airport is Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport at Indore. Ratlam Junction is the nearest railway station to Mandu. Mandu has well-built roads and is connected with some of the major cities of Madhya Pradesh. It makes Mandu reachable through different parts of Madhya Pradesh.
How to reach Mandu by flight
Nearest aerodrome is the Indore Airport which is 2 hours away from the city. Indore is connected to all major cities via air and it wouldn't be a problem to reach Mandu from Indore as the cabs are available in plenty.
How to reach Mandu by road
Mandu has well-maintained roads which are connected with some of the major cities of Madhya Pradesh. Frequent buses go to Mandu from Indore, Bhopal and Ratlam. You can also hire a taxi to travel locally in Madhya Pradesh.
How to reach Mandu by train
The nearest railway station is Indore which is 97 km away. Indore is well connected by rail to almost all the major cities of India. Mandu is easily traversable through road from there on.
Local transport in Mandu
Given the fact that Mandu is quite a huge city apart from the truth that it is also one of the most important ones in Madhya Pradesh with a lot of sightseeing options, there are a lot of choices in terms of intra city commuting. The auto rickshaws ply at dirt cheap rates, with the buses covering almost all the parts of the city. The roads are very smooth and your ride through the city would turn out to be very comfortable only if you aren't travelling in the monsoon.
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FAQs on Mandu
What is famous about Mandu?
An off-beat destination. Rich in history and heritage. Well-maintained monuments. Easy to reach. Lots of myths and stories to explore.
What is not so good about Mandu?
A very high temperature in summers. Limited tourist season. More monuments, but less natural trails. No airport or railway station of its own. Not many options in cuisine.
Who should visit Mandu?
If you enjoy learning about history and are interested in exploring the heritage of India, then Mandu is for you. All those people who love to visit off-beat destinations would love Mandu. It is a great place for all the knowledge lovers and explorers.
What is the best time to visit Mandu?
The best time to visit Mandu is from October-March as this period experiences moderate weather. The summers are quite hot from March to May, just like the other parts of Madhya Pradesh, and the winters are comparatively more pleasant. Hence, we recommend the winter season to visit Mandu and explore it in its full grandeur. Monsoons, on the other hand, are also enjoyable, with occasional rainfall which keeps the temperature on the lower side compared to summers.
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What is the local food in Mandu?
The city of Mandu is popularly known for one specific dish that every restaurant over here is a specialist in - the Poha. Mandu as a whole is a vegetarian location in majority but one can find non vegetarian delicacies in Malwa retreat and Malwa resort. Do try the huge Mandu Imlis that are a rare find of this location.
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What is the best way to reach Mandu?
Mandu has no airport or railway station of its own. The nearest airport is Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport at Indore. Ratlam Junction is the nearest railway station to Mandu. Mandu has well-built roads and is connected with some of the major cities of Madhya Pradesh. It makes Mandu reachable through different parts of Madhya Pradesh.
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What are the things to do in Mandu?
The top things to do in Mandu are Jahaz Mahal, Rani Rupmati's Pavilion, Baz Bahadur's Palace, Jami Masjid, Hindola Mahal, Champa Baoli and Hammam. You can see all the places to visit in Mandu here