Month: January 2019

6 Facts That Will Make You Find A Tour Operator in Madhya Pradesh

India has always been a treasure chest for the outsiders to come, plunder and rule. But thankfully, the country still remains as the most unique in terms of its culture and heritage. It is rightfully said, ‘India is a land of cultural diversity’. The reasons that make India a diverse country is its rich ethnicity, … Continue reading “6 Facts That Will Make You Find A Tour Operator in Madhya Pradesh”

India has always been a treasure chest for the outsiders to come, plunder and rule. But thankfully, the country still remains as the most unique in terms of its culture and heritage. It is rightfully said, ‘India is a land of cultural diversity’.

The reasons that make India a diverse country is its rich ethnicity, various states and their various cultures. One such state that should be included in every traveller’s list is Madhya Pradesh and there are reasons for it. So find a reliable tour operator in Madhya Pradesh before you read the reasons that make this state a proud part of the Indian country.

Let us look at some of the amazing facts about this state that will surely leave you craving for more!

 

1. Strategic location- Madhya Pradesh is often referred to as ‘the heart of India’. The word ‘Madhya’ spells out the geographical location- ‘in the center’ and so it forms the heart for India. Also, the state is the second largest one after Rajasthan, occupying about 308,000 sq.km of the total area.

2. A state with shifting capital- Does it remind you of Jammu & Kashmir? While Jammu & Kashmir has a summer and a winter capital, this is not so with Madhya Pradesh. Nagpur, like Kolkata(Calcutta, as the British government named it) was the first capital after India’s independence but in 1956, Bhopal became the new capital.

3. Khajuraho, a world heritage site- Khajuraho is a brilliant specimen of architecture in the 10th century. The engraved sculptures portray various erotic postures and expressions in an aesthetic way. One who possesses a fine sense of art and architecture, this place is a must-visit. And the most amazing fact is that this place is declared as a world heritage site and the reasons for doing so will be clear as soon as you visit this place.

4. Home to the oldest rock art- The caves of Bhimbetka are responsible for making Madhya Pradesh proud. It is one of the oldest collections of a cave and is 600 in total number. Every year, the footfall in this state is increasing and one of the main attractions for the tourists is this cave. It is a perfect place to appreciate some exquisite and marvellous paintings and rock carvings. Moreover, these caves are again a world heritage site.

5. The origin of Kumbh-fair- Madhya Pradesh also gives place to Ujjain, ‘The City of Temples’. It is called so because it has some of the most popular temples of India. Kumbh-Mela is a religious gathering that is held every year on the banks of river Shipra, in Ujjain. This gathering is marked by various purifying rituals and also some delicious street foods.

6. Residence for exotic wildlife- The state is naturally blessed with a large variety of wildlife creatures and bird species. Kanha National park and Bandhavgarh National Park are must-visit places if you are a hardcore wildlife enthusiast. The former park is noted for its special attempt in saving tigers; the population of tigers is huge in this park and you will be surprised to come across some human-friendly tigers too! The latter has a mixed variety of all mammals, insects, reptiles and birds.

Conclusion- There is no doubt why Madhya Pradesh is one of the most popularly visited cities in India. So set your dates, pack your bags and get ready to have a fantastic trip in ‘the heart of India’ and make the best of your lifetime.

Beware of These Renowned Tigers of Kanha National Park!

Kanha National Park has been an inspiration for Rudyard Kipling’s ‘Jungle Book’ and there are plenty of reasons for it. Located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, this park is popularly noted for its collection of tigers. Needless to say, the beauty of Kanha National Park is stupefying and it has been so from the … Continue reading “Beware of These Renowned Tigers of Kanha National Park!”

Kanha National Park has been an inspiration for Rudyard Kipling’s ‘Jungle Book’ and there are plenty of reasons for it. Located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, this park is popularly noted for its collection of tigers. Needless to say, the beauty of Kanha National Park is stupefying and it has been so from the time it was formed. Created in 1955, this park has been an ideal home for both prey and predator. The park had come into existence with the sole motive of protecting the tigers and combatting the chances of its extinction. It is also known to be one of the most beautiful wildlife reserves in the whole of Asia.

The tigers in this park are majestic and royal in the truest sense. With respect to this, how many of you been in close proximity with tigers? Arguably, nearly everyone will agree that we have seen tigers only in enclosed areas in the zoos and circuses! Imagine how would you feel when you suddenly see tigers moving around freely in the whole park?

With so many tigers inhabiting this park, there are a few of them who are more special than the others. They are also named just like domestic animals to give out a sense of homeliness. Read on to know more about some of the popular tigers of Kanha National Park:

1. Neelam- The main attraction of this park is Neelam(tigress) and her four male cubs. The strong emotional connection between a mother and her children is evidently discerned from their bonding so much so that when one of the cubs got injured from a fight with another tiger, Neelam did all that she could to save her child. The forest department then provided the necessary care to both the mother and the child.

2. Munna- He is the oldest tiger of this park and is the most popular one. This tiger is famously recognized with the letters C-A-T spelled on its forehead from the formation of black stripes. Moreover, you will be surprised to know that Munna is quite comfortable interacting with humans! He is now accustomed to having jeeps and humans entering his area. He is the most adorable creature that you will ever come across in this park since he behaves just like your pet! He is the most entertaining tiger of this park. Initially in the previous years, at the beginning he was quite infamous for attacking the locals of the place; his reputation was very much different from his present one so much so that he killed other tigers and also ate their cubs. The fact that he is the ‘star’ of Kanha National Park is because of his daunting valor and ability to fight others.

3. Bheema- Another famous tiger of this park, Bheema, is also known as ‘the peaceful warrior’. He was born to Kankata, his father and Budbudi, his mother and has three other siblings. Mainly sighted in the Mukki and Kisli zones, he was given the title ‘peaceful warrior’ for a reason: he bore his injury marks with the pride of a warrior. Unfortunately, Bheema gave up his life after battling with the leg injuries that he received from a fight with another tiger of this park named Munna.

Conclusion- Other than these, you can also sight several other equally popular tigers of Kanha National Park and some of their names are Nak-Kata, Mahavir (there are two Mahavirs, male and female) and Red Eye. So contact any reputed travel company in Madhya Pradesh to visit and confront these beauties of Kanha National Park and get geared up for an adrenaline-rush adventure in the midst of a jungle!

Know Facts About the Lokrang Festival Held on 26 January 2019

India is a land of rich culture and diversity. People of every culture, religion and community resides peacefully in this land. Since cultural diversity is the main characteristic of this beautiful country, the celebration of every festival happens in the most spectacular way. On 26th January every year, the Lokrang festival is celebrated in Lokrang, … Continue reading “Know Facts About the Lokrang Festival Held on 26 January 2019”

India is a land of rich culture and diversity. People of every culture, religion and community resides peacefully in this land. Since cultural diversity is the main characteristic of this beautiful country, the celebration of every festival happens in the most spectacular way.

On 26th January every year, the Lokrang festival is celebrated in Lokrang, Bhopal. It is a five-day long long festival held in the ‘city of lakes’(Bhopal), in which the Madhya Pradesh Adivasi Lok Kala Academy organizes a grand celebration at the Ravindra Bhavan’s open air auditorium. This festival is celebrated not only to honour the Folk and Tribal dance forms but also to prove that India is truly incredible in terms of diversity. The Lokrang festival is witnessed by people from all over the world. You too can contact your tour operators in Madhya Pradesh and enjoy this colorful and culturally rich festival.

Read on to know some interesting facts of Lokrang festival of Madhya Pradesh

 

1. This festival is celebrated for continuous five days.

2. Many entertainment programs are arranged that revolve around the performance of various dramas, dance forms, art, music and many more.

3. Another objective to have a grand celebration of this festival is to pay tribute to ancient cultures that define India.

4. The purpose behind the celebration of these ancient cultures is to still have the flame of culture burning brightly. These cultures are unique in its own way and also forms an important constituent of the Indian community.

5. Thus remembering these cultures every year through celebration is the only way to remind people about their own culture and heritage.

6. Dance performance forms an essential part of this festival. It beautifully upholds the picture of India and highlights the various heritage cultures of India.

7. Every year, this festival emphasizes on a particular dance form from India; sometimes it is the West Indian dance forms like those of Tarangmel dance of Goa that is popular for its youthfulness and energetic vibes, Ghoomar dance of Rajasthan, Nati of Himachal Pradesh, Bhangra of Punjab and many more.

8. The colourful clothing worn by the dancers creates an exhilarating visual treat for the spectators. It looks like a harmonious blending of colours that represent various parts of India.

9. Also, tribal dances are performed to portray Indian heritage and culture. Among the most popular dance forms, some of them are Kathi dance of West Bengal, Lota dance of Madhya Pradesh and many more.

10. Another aim to celebrate Lokrang festival is to eliminate the differentiation among people of India, on the basis of geographical area, religion, caste and colour and to instil a spirit of unity and brotherhood among the people.

11. The main theme is selected every year that focuses on the cultures that are on the verge of extinction.

12. The main theme can pertain to the South Indian cultures or traditions while it may also revere the cultural traditions of Jammu & Kashmir or any other state.

Conclusion- Madhya Pradesh truly defines the festive fervour that runs through the veins of every Indian. Being bordered by five states, Madhya Pradesh has an amalgamation of the different cultures and traditions imbibed from these states. Although it is a mixture of different cultural traditions, Madhya Pradesh never fails to maintain its own identity. Apart from celebrating the major festivals of India like Holi, Id and Diwali, the state also proves to be enthusiastic about its regional festivals and occasions like Kumbh Mela, Lokranjan, Pachmarhi Utsav and the list is endless.