Madhya Pradesh Monuments - Famous Historical Places, Forts & Palaces



List of names of Famous Historical Forts / Palaces / Places of Madhya Pradesh State


Here you can find list of names and information on historical forts / palaces/ places / monuments in Madhya Pradesh, India. These famous monuments of Madhya Pradesh state are most visited and most sought after best tourist places. You can also find images of Madhya Pradesh monuments / places / forts / palaces.


Ashoknagar Monuments, Madhya Pradesh »


Chanderi Fort located in the ancient town of Chanderi, in the district of Ashoknagar, in the state of Madhya Pradesh in Central India. It is situated at a distance of 38 km from Mungoali, 37 km from Lalitpur, 45 km from Esagarh and 127 km from Shivpuri. It is located southwest side of the Betwa River on a hill that is 71 meter above the town. In the surrounding of this palace, there are many monuments related to the Malwa sultans and Bundela Rajputs.



Kati Ghati is located in the ancient town of Chanderi, in the district of Ashoknagar, in the state of Madhya Pradesh, in Central India. It grandly stands at the southern side end of this town. According to the local legends and historians, this particular impressive large gate has been in a successful manner cut out of the live standing huge rock of the hill range which encloses this small town.



The Koshak Mahal is located in the ancient town of Chanderi, in the district of Ashoknagar, in the state of Madhya Pradesh, in Central India. It is an important historical and architectural monument of this particular region. It was constructed by Mahmud Khilji of Malwa. According to the local legends and historians, he passed through this small town in the year 1445. He officially ordered that the Mahal be grandly built at that point of time.


Bhind Monuments, Madhya Pradesh »


The Fort of Gohad is regarded as one of the most historic and significant forts of Madhya Pradesh. It is located in the ancient city of Gohad present in the district of Bhind at Madhya Pradesh. The famous city of Gwalior is just 45 kilometres away from Gohad city. Singhandev II of the Jat community was the founder of this beautiful city and fort of Gohad. The establishment of this fort was completed in 1505.


Bhopal Monuments, Madhya Pradesh »


Gohar Mahal is a splendid mansion of historical significance situated on the VIP road of Bhopal in the state of Madhya Pradesh. It is rightly located on the bank of Upper Lake. It is much similar to a Mahal. It is a best example of the perfect amalgamation of exquisite Mughal and excellent Hindu architecture. It is situated just behind the famous Shaukat Mahal.



Taj Mahal Palace is located in the district of Bhopal in the state of Madhya Pradesh in Central India. Its construction started in 1871 and completed in 1884 spanning over a period of 13 years at a cost of INR30 lakhs. During those days, it was one of the largest palaces in the world. It was built for Sultan Shah Jahan, Begum of Bhopal. It is situated beside the Taj-ul-Masajid.


Burhanpur Monuments, Madhya Pradesh »


The Asirgarh Fort also named as the Asirgarh Qila (in Hindi) is basically an establishment based on the Indian tradition. It is located at the top of the Satpura mountain ranges. The town of Burhanpur of the Burhanpur district is the establishment site of this massive structure. The inhabitants of medieval period in India often named this fort as the "Gateway to South India" or "key to the Deccan".


Datia Monuments, Madhya Pradesh »


Veer Singh Palace is located in the north central district of Datia, in the state of Madhya Pradesh in Central India. It is a medieval palace that has historical and architectural significance in this state. In the Mahabharata, this ancient town is cited as Daityavakra. This particular palace is one of the most sought after palaces that are visited by local and foreign tourists with a lot of interest.


Dhar Monuments, Madhya Pradesh »


Haathi Mahal is located at Mandu Town, Dhar District of Madhya Pradesh State in India. Hathi Mahal is also acknowledged as 'The Elephant Palace' in the tourist destination list of Madhya Pradesh. This is erstwhile region of the Malwa's, which are popular for its fortification and huge palaces. Nearly 100 Kms of stretch is full of ancient structures, there for it is known as the rock City. These are protected monument of India and a very significant tourist destination.



Hindola Mahal is located in the Royal Enclave group of monuments in the Mandu village in the district of Dhar, in the state of Madhya Pradesh in Central India. The Hindola Mahal means the "Swinging Palace". This particular palace has a large meeting hall. It is one of the most sought after tourist destination in the ruined city visited by foreign and domestic tourists.


Gwalior Monuments, Madhya Pradesh »


Gujari Mahal is located in Gwalior Fort, in the district of Gwalior, in the state of Madhya Pradesh in Central India. The fort was built in the 8th century and the palace was established in 14th century. It was built by the Hindu Kings of India with materials such as sandstones and lime mortar. It is a hill fort with a defensive structure plus two main palaces named as Man Mandir and Gurjari Mahal built by Man Singh Tomar.



Jai Vilas Palace is popularly known as Jai Vilas Mahal. It is located in Jayandra Gang in the Lashkar area of Gwalior in the state of Madhya Pradesh in Central India. It was built in 1874 on a budget of 1 crore which is equivalent to now nearly $200 Million or 1200 Crore. It was established by H. H. Maharaja Jayaji Rao Scindia, the Maratha Maharaja of Gwalior. The size of the palace is about 12, 40,771 square feet.



Madhav Vilas Palace is located at Adarsh Nagar, Shivpuri Town, Gwalior District, Madhya Pradesh State in India. This beautiful palace is well placed in the forts of Gwalior, encircled with a scenic natural bio diversity of Lakes, forest, hills and plain lands. This is the summer palace of the Royal Sindhiyas and the hunting ground for the Mughals and the colonialist of those days in the Madhav forest area.



Man Mandir Palace is located inside the Gwalior Fort, which is placed at an elevated area of Shivapuri District of Gwalior State of Madhya Pradesh, India. This fortress consist of many fort built from the 7the century to the 15th century AD. This fort is built by Man Singh of Tomar of Tomar Dynasty. It is well known for its craftsmanship on the walls of this palace. It is one of the large lovely palaces inside the fortress of Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh.



The Gwalior fort is an ancient fort with records dating back to 525 AD however the construction of the palace inside it was brought about by Man Singh Tomar during the 8th century. The fort is one the best architectural structures of the 8th century and consists of a defensive structure with two palaces within it. The two palaces that are inside the fort are known as the Gurjari Mahal and Man Mandir.


Indore Monuments, Madhya Pradesh »


Lal Bagh Palace is a magnificent building in Indore. It is located towards the Southwest of the town on the outskirts. On the bank of the River Khan, it is a three storey building. During 1886-1921, this palace was built in a successful manner by Maharaja Shivaji Rao Holkar. It is rightly situated amidst dusty and dry gardens; it is really architecturally similar to the New Palace of this region.



Rajwada Holkar is located Chhatris in the district of Indore in the state of Madhya Pradesh. The literal meaning of the term Rajwada means "The King's Residence". This particular palace belongs to the category of Maratha and Mughal style City Palace. In Indore city, Rajwada is a historical palace. Nearly two centuries ago, it was successfully built by the Holkars of the Maratha Empire. It is a seven storied structure.



Sukh Niwas Palace is located near the Sukh Mahal Lake Area of Indore, Madhya Pradesh State in India. This palace was built in 18the century Ad by the Holkar Dynasty of the Marathwad Regions in Central India. This palace is well known for its haunting reports in the past era and for its underground tunnels linking up with its old palace area. This palace is located in a sonic environment with a lake area.


Rewa Monuments, Madhya Pradesh »


Govindgarh Palace is regarded as a personal museum of the sovereigns of Rewa. It is situated in the banks of Govindgarh Lake in Rewa of Madhya Pradesh. The lake was believed to be made by the rulers of Baghola. The palace is bounded by several stunning cascades viz. Keonti, Bachuti and Chachai among others. Furthermore, it is the place where two rivers namely Bihad and Pichiya had united together.


Tikamgarh Monuments, Madhya Pradesh »


Rai Praveen Mahal is a three storeyed fort where the second floor is ornamented with the postures of Indian art. The palace possesses a main mansion along with small chambers. The chambers of the palace has fixed niches with big windows. The entire palace is occupied by lights and air. The walls of the main mansion of Rai Praveen Mahal bear several portraits of Rai Praveen, illustrating his various attitudes.



Raja Mahal is a well specimen of Mughal architecture with distinctive stone work and multi-layered arcs at the entrance. The entire construction is rectangular structured which is additionally separated into two yards. The chief yard is surrounded by the palace itself, having four storeyed building at the end. The other three sides of the construction possesses five storeyed constructions.


Umaria Monuments, Madhya Pradesh »


The fort of Bandhavgarh can be stated as one of the prehistoric and religious places of India. It can be sited in the Bandhavgarh region of the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh. The fort is located at the highest peak of the Vindhyachal mountain range at an elevation of about 811 metres above the normal ground level. Though, at present in its ruins, the fort is surrounded by small hills around it.