Madhya Pradesh

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Madhya Pradesh (commonly abbreviated as MP) is a state in the Plains (India) | plains of India. The name "Madhya Pradesh" means "central region", and derives from its geographical position. It is one of the few states of India that is completely surrounded by other states, having neither a border with another country nor a coastline. To its north is Uttar Pradesh. To its west lie Rajasthan and Gujarat, to its south is Maharashtra and to its east is Chhattisgarh, a state that used to be a part of MP till 2000.

MP has been rather neglected as a travel destination, but in reality, it has a rich feast for those who seek prehistoric paintings, historic forts, religious erotica, or tribal culture. On the flip side and the tourist infrastructure is not very well-developed.

Regions of Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal-Narmadapuram Division

Northern Madhya Pradesh

Western Madhya Pradesh

Jabalpur-Sagar Division

Eastern Madhya Pradesh

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Cities

Here are nine of the most notable cities.

• Bhopal - GPS: 23.25993, 77.41261— the state capital
• Bhedaghat - GPS: 23.12461, 79.81816— home to the Marble Rocks, about which many have rhapsodised
• Burhanpur - GPS: 21.31939, 76.22243— a city that is rich in history
• Gwalior - GPS: 26.21829, 78.18283 Gwalior_Fort_Gwalior.JPG — an historic city famous for the Gwalior Fort
• Indore - GPS: 22.71957, 75.85773— the commercial capital of Madhya Pradesh
• Jabalpur - GPS: 23.16667, 79.93333— ancient city in on the shores of the holy river Narmada and the tributary plains of the Hiran, Gour, Ken and Sone rivers
• Khajuraho - GPS: 24.85, 79.93— Khajuraho Group of Monuments is a group of Hindu and Jain temples in Madhya Pradesh
• Sagar - GPS: 23.83881, 78.73781— a university city with a number of forts, temples, lakes and waterfalls
• Satna - GPS: 24.60051, 80.83224— a small town, home to the Sharda Mata temple (at Maihar) and peaceful surroundings
• Ujjain - GPS: 23.17930, 75.78491 Ujjain_01 - — city of Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple (Jyotirlinga) with many temples to visit

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• Bandhavgarh | Bandhavgarh National Park GPS 23.64602 ,81.03130— among the best national parks of India where Asian tigers can be easily viewed

• Bhimbetka GPS 22.93955 ,77.61243— a UNESCO World Heritage site noted for its cave paintings

• Kanha National Park GPS 22.33451 ,80.61151— beautiful and well managed park containing a good number of wildlife species
• Madhav National Park - GPS: 25.45229, 77.72232 — has forested hills and grasslands around Chandpatha (an artificial lake) that is home for a variety of deer, leopard and sloth bear. It provides a winter home for many migratory birds. Within the park stands the George Castle.

• Mandla Plant Fossils National Park - GPS: 23.0637, 80.3649 — this park boasts fossilized plants 40-150 million years old as well as scattered fossilized molluscs

• Panna National Park GPS 24.59046 ,79.94165— a national park and tiger reserve

• Pench National Park GPS 21.95334 ,79.68263— has various species of animals such as deers, wild gaurs and monkeys with infrequent sitings of tigers and lions
• Sanjay National Park - GPS: 23.86783, 82.06251 — part of the Sanjay-Dubri Tiger Reserve, is a forested habitat for the tiger, leopard, porcupine and a large diversity of birds

• Satpura National Park GPS 22.45317 ,78.11841— in the rugged terrain of the Satpura hills, this park habitat for a large diversity of animals.

• Van Vihar National Park GPS 23.23 ,77.366389— in Bhopal city, managed as a modern zoological park.

Madhya Pradesh Halal Explorer

Madhya Pradesh is the central part of India. Madhya Pradesh originally became a state on 1 November 1965. In 2000 and the southeast portion of Madhya Pradesh was split off and became the state of Chhattisgarh. For the entirety of its history and the capital has been Bhopal. Madhya Pradesh has four other major cities in addition to Bhopal which are Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur and Ujjain. It is divided into many divisions, fifty neighborhoods and two hundred blocks. Before Madhya Pradesh was divided and the population was 60,385,118 (India census 2001). The geographical area is 4,434,459 km.

In ancient times Vairisimha II was the king and the capital was Ujjain. When King Bhoj became king the he moved the capital to Dhar. During the independence war, Fort Dhar played an important part in the fight for freedom and produced many freedom fighters. Many tribes played an important role like the Bhils, Rajpurohit and Rajput.

Madhya Pradesh has many large tribes and castes. Tribal groups inhabit the Vindhya mountain range areas of the state. Probably the best-known local clan are the Rajputs and the traditional landlords in the area.

Madhya Pradesh, also called Green Malaw, is the breadbasket of India. Eighty percent of the population depends on agriculture. Wheat, corn, peas, grain, cotton and soybeans are the most important crops. Many dense forests are important resources of timber, providing bamboo, teak and sal. The state is also full of natural resources, including coal, iron and diamonds. The state is also well known for its handicrafts.

Local Language in Madhya Pradesh

Hindi is the main language used. English knowledge can sometimes be found inside the cities. Do not expect anyone to speak English outside the main cities.

What to see in Madhya Pradesh

• Bandhavgarh National Park - Madhya Pradesh has the highest density of tigers in the world, and it's one of few places where you are almost certain of seeing a tiger in its natural habitat.
• Khajuraho - Khajuraho is arguably the best attraction of Madhya Pradesh. Every year many people visit Khajuraho from around the world. Khajuraho is famous for its erotic Tantric temple complexes.

Halal Food & Restaurants

As elsewhere in Central India, you can obtain the delicacies of regional cuisines from all over India in Madhya Pradesh. Besides, local Central Indian cuisine (Malwi food) is delicious: local Poha, and Daal Baflae of certain places such as Ujjain Indore and Ratlam are delicious.

• Ratlam is famous place for Namkeen Sev.
• The street food of Indore is renowned, with shops that have been active for generations, famous for Butta Kees and even Sabudana Khichdi available around the clock.
• Bhopal is known for hala Meat and fish dishes, such as rogan josh, korma, keema, biryani, pilaf, and Kebab. There is street named "Chatori Gali" in old Bhopal where one can find traditional Muslim non-veg fare such as Paya soup, Bun Kabab, Nalli-Nihari and other local specialities.
• Gwalior is famous for chaat named as Bedmi (dal stuffed suji puri with aloo ki teekhi sabji), a favorite morning breakfast of gwaliorites, and also a famous sweet named Gajak (from Morena), famous in winter season, made up of Seasme and Jaggery, said to be very good for health also.
• Dal bafla is a common meal in the region, consisting of a steamed and grilled wheat cake dunked in rich ghee which is eaten with daal and ladoos. The culinary specialty of the Malwa region of central Madhya Pradesh is poha (flattened rice); usually eaten at breakfast with jalebi.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Madhya Pradesh, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Madhya Pradesh. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Madhya Pradesh and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Madhya Pradesh. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Madhya Pradesh. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inMadhya Pradesh: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Madhya Pradesh.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Madhya Pradesh: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Madhya Pradesh, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Madhya Pradesh.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Madhya Pradesh, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Madhya Pradesh, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Madhya Pradesh and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Madhya Pradesh, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Madhya Pradesh, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Madhya Pradesh without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Madhya Pradesh is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Madhya Pradesh.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Madhya Pradesh is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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