Alampur: A Forgotten Holkar’s Legacy

Even after nearly 250 years, the Holkar-era heritage chhatris of Alampur still await recognition. Culturally rooted in Bundelkhand and politically placed in Bhind district of Madhya Pradesh, Alampur is a medieval town. Interestingly, it earned its name during the Mughal Era when a Hindu chieftain was honored with the title of Alam Shah. However, due […]

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Baldevgarh Fort: Emerald of Bundelkhand

Baldevgarh Fort is located on Tikamgarh-Chhatarpur Road, about 26 kms from Tikamgarh town in the state of Madhya Pradesh. Situated above the Gwal Sagar Lake, the Fort Baleogarh from its top gives you a panaromic view the nearby town, the series of ramparts, arched gateways, and cylindrical bastions of the forts and other existing structures […]

Panna Tourism beyond Tiger Reserve

Set in the culturally vibrant Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh, Panna Tourism goes far beyond the famed tiger trails, unveiling a rich mosaic of experiences rooted in heritage and nature. From glittering diamond mines and intricately sculpted temples to sacred rivers, prehistoric caves, and Bundeli architecture, Panna is a living canvas of India’s legacy. With […]

Ater Fort: The Jewel of Chambal

Located in Bhind District of Madhya Pradesh, Ater Fort is a strategically built structure in the Chambal ravines, stands on Ater town’s western edge. Constructed with mud, stone, brick, and lime, it was initiated by Bhadauria clan King Badan Singh in 1644 and completed by Maha Singh in 1668, later undergoing repairs by Bakhat Singh […]

Fort Karera: A Gateway to Bundelkhand

Karera, the second-largest town in Madhya Pradesh’s Shivpuri district, holds a rich historical and cultural heritage. Formerly known as Kanher and Karhara, it boasts numerous archaeological and heritage sites, including forts, temples, and stepwells. Among its most prominent landmarks are Karera Fort and the revered Bagicha Sarkar Hanuman Temple, both standing as symbols of the […]

Surwaya Ki Garhi: An Ancient Hindu Monastery

Ancient inscriptions identify Surwaya Fortress, also known as Surwaya ki Garhi, with Sarasvati-pattana and Shankhamathika. An inscription at Surwaya names it Sarasvati-pattana, while the Ranod Inscription, dating to the 10th-11th century CE, mentions Shankhamathika. The Ranod inscription states that Shankhamathikadhipati, the lord of Shankhamathika, succeeded Kadambaguhadivasi, the first Acharya who founded a disciple lineage and […]

Deshaj Darshan Mahotsav 2025: Gwalior Gaushala

Deshaj Darshan Mahotsav was organized by Shrikrishnayan Samiti and Paryatan Vikas Welfare Society in association Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board on the occasion of National Tourism Day. The event was held on 22nd and 23rd January 2025 with the aim to showcase and promote the indigenous culture of Gwalior-Chambal division through rural tourism program and a […]

Rural Tourism Festival 2024: Deshaj Darshan

Rural Tourism Festival and Discussion Session (ग्रामीण पर्यटन उत्सव एवं संवाद सत्र) on the theme ‘Deshaj Darshan’ देशज दर्शन was organized by Paryatan Vikas Welfare Society in association with Shree Krishnayan Samiti and on the occasion of National Tourism Day i.e. 24th and 25th January 2024 in Adarsh Gaushala, Gwalior. This was the third edition […]

Escape to Ranighati in Monsoon

Ranighati, nestled in Ghatigaon Tehsil of Gwalior district in Madhya Pradesh, lies about 55 km from Gwalior. It’s situated adjacent to the forest area of the Son Chiraiya Bird Sanctuary. The bird sanctuary is known for the natural habitat of Great Indian Bustard. The forest envelopes it on three sides, and from here, the serpentine […]