ASHAPURI NEAR BHOPAL

Ashapuri is a village in Obaidallaganj Mandal of Raisen District located at a distance of about 35kms from Bhopal. The place is well known for its old Jain temples. One can find the remnants of a thousand three hundred year old temple with statues scattered on the ground. Scientists of the Archaeological Department have found out the remains of 1300 year old ancient temples at Ashapuri village near Bhopal.

The debris of the temple seems to be massive in which the Bhoothnath temple was the biggest. The archaeologists have named this excavation project as 'Bhootnath Temple' series. "We have found ruins of temples dating back to 1300 years, even before the Parmar Dynasty. Before the Parmar dynasty there were Pratihar dynasty rulers in this area. After them the Parmar dynasty came. Pratihar dynasty rulers constructed temples with steeple shaped structure. These temples were large and beautiful," said Ashok Das, Commissioner, Madhya Pradesh Archaeological Survey of India.

"The 21 temples you can see here were made during the Pratihar rule. The largest temple whose cleanliness is yet to be done might have been made by the Parmar dynasty," he added. The excavators have found over 400 remains of idols of Hindu gods and goddesses made during the regime of the Pratihar and the Parmar dynasty rulers. The State government has taken the responsibility to preserve these relics of Indian history.

"It is the responsibility of the Archaeology Department to find things of historical importance and preserve them. That is why the State government is doing this work," said Laxmikant Sharma, Minister of Culture of Madhya Pradesh.

Near Ashapuri village there is one big dam also. According to the archaeologists, the temples and dam both were built by the Parmar and Pratihar dynasties and certain locals contended that the Mughal rulers razed down these temples.

MANAV SANGRAHALAYA FAIR, BHOPAL

Manav Sangrahalaya Fair is a colorful fair held annualy in January /February at Manav Sangrahalaya, the national tribal museum of Bhopal. Large number of tribal artists from different parts of the country participate in this tribal fair to showcases their talents and skills. The fair exhibits the paintings and weaving made by the tribals of the region and the fashioning of bell metal into exquisite works of art made by them. Folk music and dance, potters workshops and open-air plays are also conducted as a part of the fair. 

ERA FOUND AT SAMSAGARH - JAIN TEMPLE, BHOPAL

Samasgarh, situated around 20 kms away from Bhopal near Ratibad, is believed to be discovered by a Jain Saint (Muni). It is said that the place was once renowned for an old Jain Temple. Now at Samasgarh, one can found ruins of one dozen Parmar era temples containing symbols of Shiva temple and Vishnu temple, hundreds of idols of Jain tirthankaras, remnants of the Jain temple etc. Two old water ponds are also located near Samasgarh.  This place was discovered 70 years ago by a jain Muni. 

Samasgarh was known for old Jain temple but will now known for Statues and ruins of Parmar era temple which had been recently found there.  It is first time that so many remains of Parmar Era have been found near capital. Inspite of the media hype they still lie unprotected and unmarked.  If one has to go to the site one has to depend on the local people who only know that some statues which were recently in newspaper have been found in their village. 

 

Ruins one dozen temples have been located, in which symbols of Shiva temples, Vishnu temples and other temples could be identified at the location near the old Jain temple.  The ruins suggest that these temples would be of the Parmara-era that may have been destroyed by some reason.  Historians believe that areas around the State capital were ruled by the Parmara King Bhoj and these ruins would definitely have been under his protection. Apart from Hindu, temples, ruins of Jain temples could also be easily identified.  There are two old water ponds/ well near the site.

RAINBOW TREAT (FOOD COURT), BHOPAL

The 'Rainbow Treat' built by the Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation near at Shahpura Lake.

Visiting Time- 11:00 am- 10:30 pm

Mob- +91- 9981219146

Phone: +91- 755- 2429829 

Email: rainbowtreat@mptourism.com

Address- Rainbow food court, Madhya Pradesh Tourism, Opp. Shahapura Lake, (Manisha Market), Bhopal- 462001, Madhya Pradesh, India.

RENI PANI JUNGLE LODGE- SATPURA, BHOPAL, MADHYA PRADESH

RENI PANI JUNGLE LODGE

C/o Jehan Numa Palace Hotel

Reni Pani Jungle Lodge, located close to the lush green forest range of Satpura Tiger Reserve is spread across 30 acres of land. The pristine lodge boasts of 12 architecturally designed luxury cottages and is a perfect place to rejuvenate your senses amidst the stunning blend of landscapes.

Activities:

• Jeep Safari by 4 x 4 open gypsy.
• Elephant Safari
• Boat Safari
• Bird watching
• Tribal Village tour
• Tribal Dance can arrange on request

Resorts Facilities:

Library- The Library at Reni Pani Lodge Embedded in cozy corner of the “Gol Ghar”. The ambiance here is relaxing and the collection of books is varied, ranging from wildlife and knowledge book to a host of Leisure time reading material.

Leisure and wellness- The Lodge’s Pool is located bang on the Nalla, giving patrons a unique and luxurious experience of plugging (or Swimming) in ultimate wilderness.

Reni Pani Lodge also has message service which is utilizes numerous traditional indigenous message techniques to relax guest after park safari. 

 

Contact Details:

Mobile- +91- 999- 3099067

Phone- +91- 755- 2661100

Fax- +91- 755- 2661720

Email- info@renipanijunglelodge.com

Website- http://www.renipanijunglelodge.com/

 

Address- Reni Pani Village, Satpura National Park, Tehsil Sohagpur, District Hoshangabad Sohagpur, Bhopal- 462013, Madhya Pradesh, India.

DEVI TEMPLE AT SALKANPUR, BHOPAL

Salkanpur Temple is located in Sehore district near Budhni, Budhni is a town formally known as 'Buuddha Nivasini' literally meaning the residential of Buddha, the temple is at a distance of 70 km from Bhopal by road and the nearest railway station is Sehore which is on the Bhopal- Ratlam route.The Salkanpur temple is devoted to goddess Durga and the presiding deity here is Ma Durga Beejasan one of the incarnation of the goddess Durga. The Temple is situated on an 800 ft high hillock and has more than 1000 stairs.

Salkanpur is a placed where mata vijayasen is virajman on top of hill you can go by car ropeway, and by stairs (1000 stairs), it is one of the greatest placed like maihar, vasnodevi.

Salkanpur is located in rehti tehsil dist.sehore madhya pradesh,25 km from hoshangabad,70 km from bhopal,150km from indore,every one can reach by car, taxi,bus etc.

PREAMPURA (SAIR SAPATA)- NEW PICNIC SPOT

Sair-Sapata has been developed by Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation to extend tourist facilities in the State and city of lakes. The ‘Sair-Sapata’ entertainment zone has been developed at a cost of `10.37 crore at Sewaniya Gaur, Bhopal with a view to expand tourist facilities in Bhopal.  Bhopal’s name will emerge on word tourism map due to this project. People of all age groups can enjoy at the same place in ‘Sair-Sapata’.

Sair-Sapata tourism complex is spread over an area of 24.56 acres. Cable suspension bridge connecting Prempura and Sewania is its main attraction. It is the first pedestrian bridge of the country, which has been build by using RCC deck slabs. It is 183.20 meters long and 3.6 meter wide. 

Sair-Sapata, which is gift to Bhopal’s residents, has a suspension bridge on Prempura Ghat, musical fountain, children’s toy train, glass viewpoint, food zone, restaurant and bar, boat club & children’s play area, natural trail and pathway, lighting, landscaping, ticket plaza, entry gate and neon signage etc.

The toy train for children will run on a .75 kilometer track. Entire family can board it. Four food kiosks have also been erected. Small pedal boats have been introduced near the banks of the lake. Children’s play space has been developed in about two acres of land. Three viewpoints and one glass house have also been built. Entertainment is available for people of all age groups.

Details- 

Timing- 11:00 AM to 10 PM

Entry Ticket Rent-

   For Adult- Rs. 20/-

   For Children (Age- 5 to 12 yr.) - Rs. 10/-

Toy Train Ticket- Rs. 10/- (Above 5 yr.)

Address- Near Bhadbhada Road, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.

MAHADEV PANI, BHOPAL

Mahadev Paani (Lord Shiva's waters) is a small and unexplored tourist spot on the near Raisen road (NH86) about 15-20 kms form main city, near a small village named Sehatganj. It has a small dam, its reservoir, small waterfalls amid extensive rocky surface.

ISLAMNAGAR, BHOPAL

Islamnagar was a Rajput town, called Jagdishpur until taken by an Afgan (Dost Mohammad Khan) in 1715. He founded the Bhopal State with Islamnagar as its capital. Fortifications were built within them are a palace, gardens and a charming village. Islamnagar is 11 km away on the Bhopal- Berasia road. 

Islamnagar was the palace of Bhopal's Afghan rulers and was built by Dost Mohammed Khan. Formal gardens surround the palace and the pavilion. The latter a synthesis of Hindu and Islamic decorative art, has columns lavishly embellished with floral motifs. Other monuments to see are the Hamam of the Chaman Mahal and the double-storied Rani Mahal.