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.
BEST COMMERCIAL PLACE IN BHOPAL- MP NAGAR (MAHARANA PRATAP NARAG)
M.P.
Nagar alias Maharana Pratap Nagar is the major commercial area of Bhopal that
houses many hardware and software stores, business houses, media and press
houses, nationalized banks, coaching centers, shopping centers, showrooms,
retail stores, restaurants, eateries and malls. Numbers of hotels are located
within this area with varying tariffs to accommodate all types of customers. DB
Mall, one of biggest malls in India, spreads over an area of 5 lakh sq ft is
located at MP Nagar. The mall offers anchor shops, Retail shops, Multiplex, 4-star hotel, restaurants, Food courts and family
entertainment center.
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.
BHARAT DHAM, BHOPAL
Bharat
Dham, an imposing hill situated about 8 km from Bhopal is the highest peak in
Bhopal. The place houses the sculptures of great Indian personalities along
with their brief biographies. A Jain temple named Manuabhan Ki Tekri lies on
the Bharat Dham with the idol of Adhishtayak Dev Shri Man Bhadarji is a
pilgrimage and faith of Jain devotees. The Tekri is adorned with the footprints
of Jain saints Shri Vijay Suriji, Shri Jinndutt Sureshwarji and Acharya Mantung.
On
this peak, Bharat Dham is being developed which would house sculptures of great
Indian personalities apart from their brief biographies.
DHRUPAD MELA @ BHOPAL
Dhrupad,
the ancient style of Hindustani classical music is a major
heritage of Indian culture. The word Dhrupad is derived from two words namely
Dhruva (the unwavering evening star that moves through our galaxy) and Pada
(poetry). Dhrupad music is a form of devotional music originated from Samveda
(chanted with vocal style called 'Chhanda' and 'Prabandha' which led to the
emergence of Dhrupad). India
is the idyllic place to enjoy vocal performances by some of the famous names
of the music fraternity. Indian classical music's famous dhrupad style is the
order of the day at this Bhopal Dhrupad Samaroh. Music aficionados from
across the world come to the city lured by this Dhrupad Samaroh of Bhopal.
Dhrupad
Samaroh is one among the important event in Bhopal, that organizes various
musical concerts of notable classical musicians. The vocal performance
in the dhrupad style of Indian classical music induces a feeling of peace and
reflection to the audience. Classical music lovers from different parts of
the world gathered here to take part in Dhrupad Samaroh.
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Dhrupad music in Bhopal has a sacred
tinge to it. Its main aim is to bring on feelings of peace as well as
reflection to the listener. The word Dhrupad is a blend of two words namely
DHRUVA and PADA. Dhrupad Samaroh in Bhopal offers the chance to get enchanted
by the musical performance of many stalwarts who present several compositions
of Dhrupad.
ARERA HILLS @ BHOPAL
Arera Hills, situated in the central region of
Bhopal is one among the major hills of Bhopal. Satpura Bhavan and Vindhyachal
Bhavan are the two major office complexes located in Arera hill area. These
complexes houses number of State Government Offices and many projects.
Laxminarayan Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Birla Museum with a collection of
12th century sculptures; Vallabh bhavan garden, etc. are the major attractions
of Arera hill region.
ARERA HILLS FROM VIP ROAD
BHOPAL MAHOTSAV
The Bhopal Mahotsav was
introduced and organized by the M.P. Tourism, teaming up with M.P. State
Handicrafts during January or February each year to host this expansive event at Gohar Mahal. Bhopal Mahotsav contains a
fantastic Food
Festival, many cultural performances from various tribal
artists, and a creative Craft
Fair. The event is full of activities such as pottery
workshops, theatrical plays, and music and folk dance. Highlights of Bhopal Mahotsav are food festival, crafts mela and
cultural performances by tribal artists.
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RASHTRIYA HINDI NATYA SAMAROH AT BHOPAL
Rashtriya Hindi Natya Samaroh is a festival that
plays a huge role in popularizing drama performances in the national language.
Various superlative theatre repertories from all over the country perform wide
variety of themes at the festival. The festival showcases not only the rich
cultural heritage of India but also the contemporary and issue-based
performances. People who have passion towards modern Hindi theatre gathered
here to attend the festival.
SHRI MANGALNATH TEMPLE
Shri Mangalnath
Temple (श्रीमंगलनाथ मंदिर), situated at Ujjain about 200kms from Bhopal is a highly reversed
temple devoted to Lord Shiva in the form of Mangalnath. The temple is placed on
a serene surrounding, overlooking the vast stretch of water in the majestic
Kshipra River.; Built with white marble, Mangalnath temple is an amalgamation
of Islamic and Hindu architectural style. The inner sanctum of the temple is
adorned with a life-sized idol of the presiding deity, dressed in purple robes
and seated on a throne.
According to
Matsya Purana, Mangalnath is considered to be the birth place of Mars. The
presiding deity is Lord Shiva. Mangalnath Temple which looks upon a vast
expanses of the Shipra River, offers an indescribable sense of peace to the
tourists. It is situated at the place where the first meridian is said to pass
the earth.
In ancient
times, the place Mangalnath was famous for a clear view of the planet and hence
is a suitable place for astronomical studies.Every Tuesday, devotees gather
here to offer special pujas to the deity. The marvelous shrine located far away
from the flurry of the city life, offers an unimaginable sense of tranquility
to the tourists.
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