Bhopal is the capital city of the center-most state of India, Madhya Pradesh, and is popularly known as the ‘City of lakes’. Lakes are the top option as they are the most common places to visit in Bhopal. It is known as the city of lakes because the lake has several artificial lakes, as well as natural lakes. The multiple numbers of lakes, in the city, gave birth to Bhopal’s nickname. Bhopal is the only city that is claimed to be ruled by the Begums of Madhya Pradesh, in some old time.
People looking for a royal place to travel can choose Bhopal as its destination as it offers grace in the places to visit in Bhopal. Top tourist attractions in Bhopal are lakes, like Bada Talab. Other top places to visit in Bhopal are Taj-Ul-Masjid and Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS). Madhya Pradesh is a state of royal history and it has the best tourist places in Bhopal. The best places to visit in Bhopal also include the stalls that offer delicious food in the city.
When in Bhopal, you can discover all the places to visit Bhopal with friends. Bhopal is overall emotion, as the grand and ancient structures, the uneven plateau, and the mouth-watering dishes are a perfect mood. Bhopal is going to be a suitable option for couples too, as the city has multiple places to visit in Bhopal for couples. The Bada Talab, also known as Bhojtal is the largest man-made lake in India. Bhopal also has one of the largest mosques in India. The Taj-Ul-masjid stands in the city of Bhopal, with its massive and glorious structure.
Gohar Mahal
Built in the 19th century, Gohar Mahal is famous for its unique architecture that involves Mughal and Hindu architecture. Gohar Mahal, also called Gauhar Mahal, was built by Gauhar Begum, who was also called Quidisya Begum. The palace features a beautiful hall and stands watching the calm lake.
Shaukat Mahal
Standing at a distance of 4 km away from the Bhopal Junction, Shaukat Mahal is a historical monument known for its flawless architecture, and the beauty it radiates. Built-in the 1930s, Shaukat Mahal was a gift for Sikander Jehan Begum that explain the love behind it.
Birla Museum
Birla Mandir Complex contains the Birla Museum along with Lakshmi Narayan Temple and a shrine to Shiva-Parvati. The Birla Museum is home to a very small collection of selected items such as stone sculptures, galleries, and deity idols.
Moti Masjid
Among so many mosques in Bhopal, Moti Masjid is one of the most popular and crowded ones. The mosque is comparatively smaller than other grand monuments in the Bhopal city, but it still holds a value of importance. It was built by Sikandar Begum.
Tajul Masajid
Built between 1868-1901, Taj-Ul-Masjid is the largest mosque in the Indian Subcontinent. The mosque was built by Nawab Shah Jahan Begum, and after she died Sultan Jahan Begum took up the work and continued the work of the mosque.
Bharat Bhavan
Bharat Bhavan was made active on 13 February 1982 by the Government of Madhya Pradesh. Bharat Bhawan is a museum and a multi-art complex that focuses on developing arts across the nation. It was inaugurated by Indira Gandhi.
Archaeological Museum
The Archaeological Museum Bhopal is an outstanding museum that is beautifully constructed and can be a great love for history lovers. As the name suggests, the museum digs into history. The museum stands near the Birla Museum. It showcases a major of archaeological artifacts.
Rani Kamlapati Palace
Built in 1722, the old palace of Rani Kamlapati Palace stands on the bridge in the middle of the smaller and larger lake. The palace is named after Rani Kamlapati, the widow of Nizam Shah. The palace displays the modern architecture of the early 18th century and increases the beauty of Bhopal City.
Sanchi Stupa
Sanchi Stupa’s construction started in the 3rd Century BCE and is the religious monument of Buddhists. The Buddhist Complex is famous for its fabulous large Stupa and is located 46 km away from Bhopal in the town of Sanchi. The height of the dome is 54 ft.
Indira Gandhi Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)
Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) is a famous museum based on Anthropology and popularly known as the National Museum of Humankind. It stands in the city of Bhopal and presents an evolutionary story of the evolution and growth of man and culture in India. The museum stands over an area of 200 Acres.
Bhimbetka Caves Bhopal
Commonly called Bhimbetlka Rock Shelters are important historical sites in central India. The caves are famous because they have the oldest rock arts. Wakankar was the one, who discovered these 700 rock shelters, that spread over an area of 10 km in Bhembetka.
Shaurya Smarak
Shaurya Smarak is a young monument built-in 2016 that represents a war memorial. It is built in the center of Arera Hills and spreads over an area of 12 Acres. It has been made into a public park with interesting pieces of architecture. The park has a huge sculpture of the height of 52 feet rising from the ground that says Shaurya Stambh.