Gwālior is awarded as the “Best Heritage City” in National Tourism Award 2013-14. It is famous as Tānsen Nagri and famous as the Historical City of Madhya Pradesh. It was founded by Rājā Shoor Sen and named on Saint Gwālipa. Gwalior Heritage is inscribed in Mahābhārat as Goprāshtra. Today’s Geography of Gwālior is divided into 3 parts which also have historical and architectural significance i.e Kilā Gate, Morār, and Lashkar. Kilā Gate (Gwālior) is the oldest region and having the influence of Rājput and Islamic architecture, whereas as in Morār, some buildings have British architecture and in Lashkar region, most of the buildings belong to Scindia dynasty.
Scindia family respects all the religions of the society and to maintain the communal harmony, they build religions places dedicated to all religions. They also built Temples, Mosque, Gurudwārā, Buddhist Meditation center and Theosophical society for their public. They constructed Palaces, Gardens, Monuments, Ponds, Sports Complex, and Other buildings for public welfare.
In Gwalior Heritage Walk, we covered some important monuments related to the Scindia dynasty and also have beautiful stories behind them.
Meeting Point for Gwalior Heritage Walk
Mahatmā Gandhī Park (Phoolbāg)
It was inaugurated in 1920 by the ‘Prince of Wales’ while visited Gwālior. Then Emperor Madhav Rao Scindia-I constructed Phool Baag Garden in honour of Prince of Wales.
then we moved to the religious place of Islam.
Moti Masjid
His Highness Mādhav Rāo Scindiā I commissioned the construction in 1338 Hijri (1920), with Mushtar Kherawadi serving as the architect. It is one of the main mosques of the Gwalior city.
After Moti Masjid, we went to Ambedkar Park
Bheem Rāo Ambedkar Park
In 1920, authorities named it the Buddhist Meditation Center, but on 17 May 1981, they transformed it into Ambedkar Park..
After a blissful trip to the beautiful park and meditation center, we headed towards.
Shri Gopāl Mandir
It was constructed by Madhav Rao Scindia I in Vikram Samvat 1977 (1920). On the occasion of Janmashtami and Radhashtmi, devotees visit on the mass level and take blessings from the deity.
During Gwalior Heritage Walk, we passed through the wonderful paintings of Birds and Animals on an outer wall of Gwalior Zoo, we reached.
Phool Baag Gurudwārā
In 1921, His Highness Madhav Rao Scindia-I guided the construction of this beautiful piece of art, now known as Guru Nānak Dev Gurudwara. Visitors engage in volunteer work and share meals through Langar.
After Gurudwārā, we moved to Moti Mahal and passes through Swarn Rekha River, Gend Ghar, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, and Jai Vilas Palace.
Moti Mahal, a marvelous Gwalior Heritage
Before the construction of Jai Vilas Palace, it was the royal palace of Scindia family. Later. it was used as the administrative building of the royal family. After the Independence, Legislative Assembly of Madhya Bharat was held in Moti Mahal till the formation of Madhya Pradesh in 1956. It consists of Rāg-Rāgini Hall, Mirror Hall (Diwan-e-Khas) and Main Hall (Diwan-e-aam).
In front of Moti Mahal, the places that mesmerize you is Baijā Tāl.
Baijā Tāl of Gwalior Heritage
It is an oval-shaped pond with a platform to perform cultural activities. It is like an open amphitheater and was constructed in the memory of Baijā Bai, widow of Jiyaji Rao Scindia.
From Baijā Tāl, we moved to the Cenotaph (Chhatri) of Jijā Mata.
Maharani Sakhya Bai Raje Scindia Chhatri
Popular as Jijā Bāi or Jijā Mātā, she was a mother in law of Smt. Vijayaraje Scindia and the grandmother of Madhav Rao Scindia.
Headed to Jal Vihar, is located in front of the Jija Mata Chhatri,
Jal Vihār, an iconic Gwalior Heritage
It was popular as a recreational activity place for the Royal family. It consists of a pond which symmetrically divided into parts. Tourists also can enjoy Musically fountain here in the evening time.
Beside to Jal Vihar is a place name Italian Garden
Italian Garden
An Oval shaped beautiful garden popular for its park, fountains, and Roman cenotaphs.
Italian Garden is connected with Baradari with hanging bridge. It helps to cross the river. So, we did the same.
Bārādari of Gwalior Heritage
It is an open semi-circular gallery facing towards Swarn Rekha river. People can sit here and enjoy the quality time.
After Bārādari, we moved to Theosophical Society
Theosophical Society
Constructed by His Highness Mādhav Rāo Scindiā in 1920. It is a temple of the divine which beliefs in brotherhood.
BACK to STARTING POINT (Phool Bāg)
Amenities
- Drinking Water: Gandhi Park, Gopāl Mandir, Gurudwāra, etc.
- Toilets: Gurudwāra, Phool Bāg, Baijā Tāl, etc.
- Refreshments: Phool Bāg
- Chairs: Gandhi Park, Ambedkar Park, Gurudwara, Chhatri, Baija Tāl
- Parking: Phool Bāg, Baijā Tāl, Gurudwara
- ATM: Phool Bāg
- Bus Stop: Phool Bāg
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Love the wonderful heritage and history that abounds in Gwalior. Never been there but would love to get there and do this heritage walk.
Thank You Vijay…
You must visit Gwalior
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