Bhopal

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Bhopal (Hindi: Bhopaal) is the capital of Madhya Pradesh, India.

Bhopal Halal Travel Guide

Bhopal is a good mix of the old and the new with a lot of old portions of Bhopal reminiscent of the Mughal influence and the new showcasing the planned development of a modern Indian city. Bhopal is the seat of the Madhya Pradesh Government and is a beautiful mid-sized city in the heart of India. It is said that Bhopal was originally called "Bhoj-pal" after Raja Bhoj, who is attributed with founding the city. It was an important part of the "Bhoj" kingdom with Ujjaini (a city close to Bhopal) being the seat of the kingdom.

The city came to world attention in 1984 for the disastrous release of poisonous gases from the local Union Carbide chemical plant. The accident caused death, birth defects and suffering even to this day and the victims are regarded to have not been adequately compensated by the American corporate owners of the plant.

How to travel to Bhopal

Fly to Bhopal

• Raja Bhoj Airport IATA Flight Code: BHO 23.2875,77.3375 - Raja Bhoj Airport Raja Bhoj Airport’s new terminal comprises two separate sections for domestic and international flights. The terminal is equipped with all the latest facilities and boasts of a passenger lounge having a seating capacity for 750 people. Apart from that separate entry and exit points have been made for national and international flights. A 1,500-capacity vehicle park is outside the airport. AirIndia and Jet-Airways operate services linking Bhopal with Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Indore,Chennai, Kolkata/Calcutta and Mumbai.

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Travel by train to Bhopal

Bhopal is very well connected by rail and is a major hub and exchange train station for the Central and Western Railway networks. Bhopal has two main train stations - Bhopal Railway Station in old Bhopal or Habibgunj Railway Station in New Bhopal. Shatabdi express running between Delhi and Bhopal provides an excellent and convenient means to get here. Apart from this, regular multiple trains connect Bhopal to all the major metros in India.

How to travel to Bhopal by car

Bhopal is also well connected to the major metros in India through many national highways.

How to get around in Bhopal

GPS 23.2500|77.4167 Bhopal has a nice public transportation system comprising of buses, mini-buses, three wheeled autos and the odd looking tempos that are a major pollution concern for this growing city. It is also fairly easy to book a taxi for a full day to get in and around the town for reasonable rates. Usually, any hotel you choose to stay in will help you get transportation according to your needs. If it's your first visit to Bhopal and the safest thing to do is book a taxi rather than try the colourful public transportation system in Bhopal.

Recently, a private firm has plied a number of full-sized buses called Star-bus in the city streets which are very safe and fun to travel in. These have started to gain popularity and are increasing in number.

How to travel to Bhopal by car

You can easily visit Bhopal by vehicle and there are many rental vehicle companies available. Radio taxis are available by calling 0755-655 5555

What to see in Bhopal

Taj-ul-Masajid Bhopal - Taj-ul-Masajid

Bhopal is a city rich in legacy and history. It's an amalgam of the old and the new and the rich and the poor and the wide roads of New Bhopal and the narrow "gullies" of Old Bhopal and a mix of planned development on one side with urban sprawl on the other.

There are various old masjids in Bhopal that will give you a glimpse into the Mughal architecture, some of it from before the British raj and the people of Bhopal, particularly the mix of the Muslim and the Hindu population will also give you a glimpse of what makes India tick with different religions and cultures living together.

Some of the masjids and temples that are worth visiting are:

Local Mosques in Bhopal

• Idgah

• Jama Masjid

• Moti Masjid

• Taj-ul-Masajid - 23.26299,77.39291.One of the largest masjids in the nation.

Temples

• Bhojeshwar Temple The construction of the Shiva temple began in the 11th century but was never completed. It boasts the largest Shiva-linga in India. If you have a car, it can be visited on the way back from Bhimbetka to Bhopal, though it might take another 20–30 minutes.

• Laxminarayan Temple - Birla mandir | 23.25152,77.52374 - Opening Hours: 06:00 to 20:00 free

• Takeri Manuabhan Tekri - GPS: 23.28326 ,77.36401 A very stunning location has been known as "Takeri". It is near Lal Ghati. Here is a Temple on the hill. To reach temple by the rope way or by the road or stairs. You can see a beautiful view of Bhopal from Takeri.

Recommended is a visit to Old city market (chowk bazaar) and walk around the narrow lanes to see how the old city functions and also to get some great bargains on the special arts of Bhopal like the bead work and the hand embroidery for which Bhopal is known.

On the modern side and the Government of Madhya Pradesh has made significant efforts to make Bhopal an important seat for the arts. Bharat Bhawan ] is an example of this and it is a centre for performing arts with many nationally famous artists showcasing their art through this institute. The institute boasts of art galleries, an outdoor theater and a library rich with history of Indian poetry and arts.

Museums

• Bharat Bhavan J. Swaminathan Marg, Shamla Hills, Near Upper Lake 23.247024,77.39233 ☎ +91 755 266 0239 Bharat Bhavan - Bharat Bhavan Bhopal inside-1 Bharat Bhavan is a world famous art complex and museum.

• Bhimbetka - Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka | 22.937222,77.6125 - Bhimbetka is a World Heritage site and has some of the oldest cave paintings of the world. Situated about 40 km from Bhopal, you can go there by bus. Make sure the driver knows where you are going and he will let you off in what first looks like the middle of nowhere. However, clear signs will now guide you through a 3 km walk uphill to the cave paintings. To get back, just wait for a bus at the road and waive. Taxi from Bhopal is of course a more comfortable option. A guide at the cave paintings is recommended and costs around ₹150.

Bheem Baithika Caves Paintings (7) - Bheem Baithika Caves Paintings

• Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya - Museum of Mankind - 23.23204,77.37774 - Another impressive museum; the Museum of Man created by the government of Madhya Pradesh, showcases how the people of the state live in their natural form, what they cultivate and the kind of tools they make and utilize in their daily lives etc. It has been created sprawled on a small hill and gives breath taking views of the city.

• Manav Sangralay - Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya | 23.23228,77.37761 - A museum of urban tribal culture.

• Science Centre Regional Science Centre - GPS: 23.23606 ,77.39004 A science museum located at Shyamla Hills.

Lakes

There are two lakes in the centre of Bhopal.

• Upper Lake 23.25324,77.33819 Upper Lake (Bada Talaab) is a beautiful water body created during the time of King Bhoj. The water of Upper Lake was reputed to have cured Raja Bhoj of a skin disease which otherwise remained untreated. Today, you can rent boats, indulge in other water sports related activities and enjoy the splendor of the lake.

• Lower Lake 23.24848,77.40565 - The Lower Lake (chota talaab) was created during the Mughal empire. This lake is separated from the Upper Lake by an over-bridge.

Along the Upper Lake and surrounding hills and the Forest department of Madhya Pradesh has created the biggest animal conservation area in the middle of a city. You can see tigers, leopards, bears, different types of water animals, birds, deers etc. as you drive around "Van Vihar"

• Van Vihar - Van Vihar National Park | 23.22948,77.36977 - Van Vihar is a wildlife sanctuary.

Top Travel Tips

Bhopal is a fairly quiet city for Halal dining and has few clubs and bars. Most of the restaurants close around 23:00, although many in the larger hotels have restaurants that are open at least midnight. The hotels of Amer Palace and The Residency in the Maharana Pratap Nagar have late night restaurants.

Shopping in Bhopal

No visit to this city is complete without buying some bead work or embroidered purses, bags, shawls, tunics etc. Also, you can get good quality fabric (silk, satin, cashmere, pashmina) from the various emporiums run and operated by the governments of the different states of India. One visit to Bhopal will give you an exposure into the various kinds of fabric and material, arts and crafts that come from different parts of the nation.

To buy arts and crafts specifically originating in Madhya Pradesh as well as fabrics/ sarees/ shawls from Madhya Pradesh, visit the MP Government state emporium Mrignayani ]

To buy some authentic north Indian fabric and shawls head towards Lakherapura in the old city. The Chowk are is also famous for the traditional glittering ladies purses.

Also a visit to New Market is worth a try.

• Aashima Mall 23.182838,77.456182 - Situated on Hoshangabad Road, Aashima Mall is in the heart of New Bhopal. Has a hypermarket, a 7-screen multiplex and food court.

• DB Mall GPS 23.2326,77.4299 - Opening Hours: Retail hours:Monday- Sunday 10:30 to 20:30 (may vary for restaurants & cinemas) It is located at Arera Hills near M.P.Nagar, in the heart of Bhopal. It has 7 anchor shops, 180 shops, 6-screen Multiplex, 4 star hotel and a food court..

Halal Restaurants & Food in Bhopal

Bhopal, like any other north Indian city offers a rich Indian cuisine to explore. People enjoy eating the sweet - sour and spicy "chaat" in Bhopal. Due to the Mughal influence, Bhopal also offers delicacies like Kebab, Goat Biryani, Chicken Tikka, Jalebi, Ras Malai etc. The best Chicken Biryani can be tasted at Jameel Hotel in old Bhopal .

Sashas restaurant in Indrapuri offers good South Indian non-vegetarian delicacies.

Hotel Jehanuma Palace in Bhopal has a very good restaurant that serves awesome North Indian delicacies. Hotel Noor us Sabah also has a couple of good restaurants to choose from. As in any mid-sized Indian city and the safest bets for good food and a variety of cuisines are in restaurants that are part of 3-4 star hotels.

Apart from North Indian and Mughlai cuisine, you can also savour Indo-Chinese, Continental and American cuisine in the various restaurants of Bhopal.

If you have a mixed taste, Generationext restaurant is an excellent option for you. An eclectic mix of cuisine is served, that is likely to suit your taste (and pocket too). There are many other good eating spots in New Market, MP Nagar and Hoshangabad Road area.

Filfora, Koh-e-fiza is a very good place for Mughlai delicacies. Kadai ghost may be best to eat here and biryanis of both made with Chicken and mutton are good.

'Juli' is one of the famous Bengali mithai (sweets) and is available in the old city at Jain Mithai Bhandar.

• Chhapan Bhog new market - straight away towards new market road from MP Nagar ☎ +919826037482 Opening Hours: 10 am to 10 pm Basically a restaurant-cum-sweets shop.

• Hotel Rajhans 23.26391,77.40401 Close to Hanuman Ganj police station - Tasty and unlimited Thalis at a very reasonable price.

• Indian Coffee House New Market
• Manohar Dairy and Restaurant Hamidiya Road - Clean restaurant with a very wide selection of food and sweets. Tasty but portions are small. They seem to have a few branches in the city.

For tourists from foreign countries, it's recommended that they stick to mineral water. If you want to be adventurous, try the sugarcane juice from the streetside vendors. If you are lucky, you will not get an upset stomach and will be able to enjoy the rich sweetness of sugarcane.

Alcoholic drinks: Only use hotel bars for this as there are very few pubs in the city and the local bars are not a place to hang out. The only good place other than hotels is the Tavern Pub at Board Office Roundabout in Monday P Nagar.

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Ramadan Celebrations in Bhopal

Ramadan 2025 in Bhopal

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

Bhopal has some good budget as well as 3-to-4-star hotels to choose from if you want to spend a few nights in the city. A couple of hotels in the old Bhopal area are considered Grand Heritage hotels as they have been converted from palaces and residences of the Mughal perioid to modern hotels. Jehan Numa Palace Hotel and Noor us Sabah Hotel fall under this category and staying here will transport you into an perioid where you will be able to imagine how the Mughal aristocracy lived a life of pure luxury. The client service at both these hotels is exemplary and you will enjoy your stay here.

Towards the New Bhopal area, Hotel Lake View run by the Ashoka group is a nice place to stay in. Also, hotels in the commercial hub of Bhopal, Maharana Pratap Nagar, like Amer Palace, The Residency, Nisarga, etc. serve more business travelers to Bhopal but are certainly good places to consider.

• Amer Palace 209, Zone-1, Maharana Pratap Nagar, Bhopal- 462011, ☎ 0755-272110 (8 lines), 557127/557128* Hotel Arch Manor - 243 A, Zone 1 MP Nagar - DB Mall Chowraha, NH ☎ +91 755 2577771-4 1800noon

• Hotel Ganpati - 256, Zone-2 M.P. Nagar - Near Sargam Cinema, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh - Pin - 462011

• Hotel Savera Inn Lalwani Compound Hamidia Road-462001 ☎ 07554083366* Jehan Numa Palace 157, Shamla Hill, Bhopal - 462013, Madhya Pradesh - ☎ +91-755-2661100, +91 755 4235100* Lake View Ashoka @.vsnl.net.in ☎ +91 755 2660090, +91 755 2540452, +91 755 2541075, +91 755 235151 +91 755 2660096, +91 755 2660097 - Shiamla Hills Opp. TV Tower Premises Bhopal - 462013 Madhya Pradesh.

• Nisarga 211, Zone 1, Maharana Pratap Nagar, Bhopal - 462 016, ☎ 0755-272701/02/03/04/05* Noor us Sabah Hotel V.I.P. Road, Koh-e-Fiza - ☎ +91 755 4223333 +91 755 4227777

• The Residency 08, Zone -1, Maharana Pratap Nagar, ☎ 0755-5566001-06, 270001, 270002

Taj-ul-Masajid Aerial Photo - Taj-ul-Masajid Aerial Photo

• Amar Vilas Bhopal hotelamar@ 183, Zone-1, M.P. Nagar, Bhopal, Pin Code : 462011 - ☎ +91 755 - 4000353 -

Go Next

Bhopal makes an excellent starting point if you want to travel to some unexploited but breathtakingly stunning locations in Madhya Pradesh.

• Khajuraho (383 kilometers): A group of magnificent temples, listed on Unesco#India|UNESCO World Heritage List
• Mandu (285 kilometers): A ancient fortress with palaces, masjids and tombs
• Pachmarhi (210 kilometers): A quaint little army settlement, known as the Hill Station of Madhya Pradesh is about 210 kilometers from Bhopal.
• Sanchi (46 kilometers): Famous for its huge Buddhist Stupa listed on Unesco#India|UNESCO World Heritage List
• Bhimbetka|Bhimbetka rock shelters (45 kilometers): Famous for its Paleolithic paintings listed on Unesco#India|UNESCO World Heritage ListCopyright 2015 - 2024. All Rights reserved by eHalal Group Co., Ltd.
  

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