10 reasons to visit Bhopal

Synopsis

With its stunning heritage sites and numerous cultural hubs, you’ll never run short of places to visit in Bhopal. The capital of Madhya Pradesh is a combination of the old and the new. The older part of the city still bears the st … Read more

With its stunning heritage sites and numerous cultural hubs, you’ll never run short of places to visit in Bhopal. The capital of Madhya Pradesh is a combination of the old and the new. The older part of the city still bears the stamp of the Nawabs of Bhopal, who ruled the city until independence. During the 19th century, Bhopal was governed by a succession of begums or women rulers who gave the city its roads, civic institutions and important mosques and palaces. On the other hand, it is also a bustling metropolis with modern markets, hotels and restaurants concentrated in its southern part. Close to heritage sites such as Sanchi and Bhimbetka, Bhopal is the perfect destination for culturally-inclined travellers. Read less