Spread over a total area of 685.88 sq. km, Bhopal is a vast city in the state of Madhya Pradesh. It offers a perfect mix of ancient and contemporary styles, with exotic havelis, serpentine alleys, wide chowks and local bazaars on one side and modern architectural structures, high-end restaurants and shopping complexes on the other.
With its natural beauty, heritage and cultural marvels, religious sites and adventurous activities, Bhopal is sure to lure you. It is home to numerous natural and artificial lakes and hence the name 'City of Lakes. Also, it is one of the greenest cities in the country. Bhopal is also among the 100 cities selected under the Smart Cities Mission.
Tourist attractions in Bhopal
Bhopal has so many tourist attractions related to nature, history, art, culture and architecture. Witness the mesmerising age-old architecture at Taj-ul-Masjid, Shaukat Mahal, Sardar Manzil and Gohar Mahal. Bhimbetka Caves, National Museum of Mankind, Raisen Fort and Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya are the must-visit spots for history buffs. Other places to see in Bhopal are Upper Lake, Bhojpur Temple, Lower Lake and Van Vihar National Park.
Places to shop in Bhopal
Speaking of shopping, Bhopal has many markets and malls that offer a wide variety of clothes, accessories, handicrafts and a lot more. Chowk Bazaar and DB Mall are the best places to shop till you drop. Aashima Anupama Mall, Bittan Market, Habibganj Market, New Market, Sarafa Bazaar and City Walk are some other places to indulge in shopping here.
Modes of transport
Flights, trains and buses are the major modes of transport to reach Bhopal. When in the city, tourists can use city buses, mini-buses, tempos and auto-rickshaws for an easy commute.
Weather in Bhopal
Bhopal experiences moderately cool weather during winters, which happen to be the peak tourism season in the city. With the onset of the monsoon season, the temperatures lower down due to cool showers. Summers are extremely hot and dry with temperatures rising to 41°C, making it unfit for exploring the city.
Airport in Bhopal
IndiGo operates several flights to and from Raja Bhoj Airport (IATA: BHO), the second-busiest airport in Madhya Pradesh. For more details, visit the official website of IndiGo.