Situated in the central region of the country, Madhya Pradesh has much to offer tourists, with a number of options for historically significant places to visit, exceptional cuisine and numerous places of attraction to keep them busy.

At a Glimpse

The state offers tourists a wide range of activities and is home to Bandhavgarh and the Kahna National Park. Madhya Pradesh has the distinction of having the highest numbers of national parks in the country. It also has many temples, notably the Khajuraho Temples, which are renowned for their erotic depictions and sculptures. The official languages of the state are Hindi and English, and the state has numerous forts and historical structures to explore. The state’s food has influences from the neighboring states of Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh and is predominantly eat bread and lentils, alongside meat and dairy.

Places to Visit

Khajuraho Temples are the most popularly visited tourist attraction of the state. The state is steeped in history, with evidence of Mesolithic rock painting in caves discovered in Bhimbetka rock shelters, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.