Bhimbetka
If you wish to travel further into history — the pre historic era – take time off to make an excursion to Bhimbetka an archaeological treasure house. BhimbethikaHemmed in by the northern fringe of the vindhya ranges, Bhimbethika : PaintingsBhimbetka lies 46 Kms. South of Bhopal. The rocky terrain of dense forest and craggy cliffs has over 600 shelters belonging to the Neolithic age. They had a vivid, panoramic detail, painting in over 500 caves depicting the lives of pre-historic cave dwellers. This invaluable chronicle on the history of man, should not be missed. You can enjoy the paintings depicting everyday events of our ancestors like scenes of hunting, dancing, horse and elephant riding, household scenes, honey collection, animal fighting scenes etc.
Bhojpur
The magnificent temple of Bhojpur , which has earned the nomenclature of the Somnath of the East is known as the Bhojeshwar temple. Dating back to the period of Raja Bhoj, The legendary Parmar king of Dhar , the temple is about 1000 years old. This temple to this date attracts devotees of Lord Shiva in huge numbers during the Shivaratri festivities. Just half – an – Bhojpur Templehour drive from Bhopal, this sanctum has the biggest Shiva Linga carved out of a single stone, rising to an awe-inspiring height of 7.5 feet with a circumference of 17.8 feet. Set upon a massive platform of 21.5 feet, the architectural harmony of lingam and platform creates a superb synthesis of solidity and lightness.
Although the temple was never completed , it still remains one of the best examples of temple architecture of the 12th and 13th centuries.
Islam Nagar
It is situated 22 kilometer away from Bhopal. This place was discovered 70 years ago by a jain Muni.Hundred of idols of Jain tearthankars can be seen there.
Manua Bhan Ki Tekri
Near seven kilometer away from Bhopal on Gwalior road on the top of a hill is situated Manua Bhan Ki Tekri, the Jain temple, a pilgrimage and faith of jain devotees. On the tekri the Jain saint Maharaj Shri Vijay Suriji, Shri Jindutta Sureshwarji and Acharya Manutung’s footwears are kept and also a idol of Shri Man Bhadarji has been installed. On the Simha Gate of the temple is an old manuscript carved on the stone, the language in which it has been written is still to be deciphered. It is also said to be the Sadhana Sthali of Oswal Dynasty. A big fare is also held every year here on Kartik Purnima.
Samassgarh :
It is situated 22 kilometer away from Bhopal. This place was discovered 70 years ago by a jain Muni.
Taj-ul-masjid :
This is the largest mosque in the country. The construction of the mosque during the reign of Shahjahan Begum of Bhopal .
Birla Mandir :
Birla Mandir is situated at the highest point of Bhopal, atop area Hills dedicated to goddess Lakshmi.
Fish Aquarium :
It is situated near Raj-Bhavan and old assembly hall. It came into existence on in 1977.
Shaurya Smarak :
Shaurya Smarak is a war memorial situated at Bhopal, inaugurated by the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi on 14 October 2016. Shaurya Smarak is established by government of Madhya Pradesh at Bhopal in the heart area of Arera Hills near M.P. Nagar. It is sprawled over large area of about 12 acres .