Indore is the largest city in the state of Madhya Pradesh. With campuses of both Indian Institute of Technology and Indian Institute of Management, Indore is a major centre of education in Madhya Pradesh.
The city is spread across an area of 530 sq. km. The Madhya Pradesh Stock Exchange is based in Indore. The city is also the financial capital of Madhya Pradesh. At present, it has been selected to be developed as a Smart City by the union government.
Indore has held the distinction of being India’s cleanest city for four successive years. Indore’s culinary tastes have Gujrati, Rajasthani and Maharashtrian influence.
Things to do in Indore
Indore is famous for its street food, so try the delectable items at popular food joints at Sarafa Bazaar. If you are a fan of wildlife and natural beauty, then visit the Ralamandal National Park and check out the birds and animals that live there. Take a moment to be amazed by the Kanch Mandir – a structure made wholly from glass and mirrors. The Shell City Water Park is an amusement park you can visit if you are in the mood for fun activities.
Tourist attractions in Indore
Due to its rich cultural past, Indore has many historical places to explore. Popular tourist destinations in Indore include Rajawada, Bada Ganapati, Lal Baag Palace, Town Hall, Chhatris, Central Museum, Gomatgiri, Khajrana Ganesh temple, Venkatesh Temple, Annapurna Temple and Sipur Lake.
Places to shop in Indore
Indore has many local bazaars and markets where you can shop to your heart’s content. For sarees, kurtis and other apparel at low prices, visit the MT cloth market – one of the oldest markets in Indore. Sitlamata Bazaar has multiple varieties of Chanderi and Chikankari sarees to offer. Popular shopping malls in Indore are C21 Mall, Malhar Mega mall and Treasure Island Mall.
Best time to visit Indore
The ideal time to visit Indore is anytime between October and March. The weather is pleasant during this time and perfect for sightseeing.
Modes of transport
Indore is well connected to other parts of India by road and rail. Indore has a good local government-owned bus network that connects all parts of the city. You can also hire cabs on a fixed rate basis from car rental companies. Auto-rickshaws are easily available as a cheap mode of transport.
Weather in Indore
Indore has very hot summers from March to June when temperatures exceed 40°C. Winters, starting from December and lasting till February, are very pleasant.
Airport in Indore
Indore Airport (IATA: IDR) is located at a distance of 8 km from Indore city. IndiGo operates several non-stop flights to major Indian cities. For more information on IndiGo’s flight timings, visit IndiGo’s official portal.