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Madhya Pradesh (MP)

is a state in central India. Its capital is Bhopal and the largest city is Indore Madhya Pradesh is the second largest state in the country by area. it is the sixth largest state in India by population.

Border of madhya pradesh

Uttar Pradesh to the northeast, Chhattisgarh to the southeast, Maharashtra to the south, Gujrat to the west, Rajasthan to the northwest.

 Ratapani Tiger Reserve

a. located in the Raisen district of MadhyaPradesh in central India is one of the finest teak forests in the state and is a short drive away from the capital Bhopal b. It is a Wildlife Sanctuary since 1976. As of March 2013, in principle approval by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has been granted for upgrading it to a status of Tiger Reserve. c. It will become a Tiger Reserve by the notification of the State Government of Madhya Pradesh

Shivpuri is a city and a municipality in Shivpuri district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is in the Gwalior Division of northwest Madhya Pradesh and is the administrative headquarters of Shivpuri District. It is situated at an altitude of 1,515 feet (462 m) above sea level.

Amarkantak is a pilgrim town and a nagar panchayat in Anuppur District in the state of Madhya Pradesh; India. Also called "Teerthraj" (the king of pilgrimages), Amarkantak region is a unique natural heritage area and is the meeting point of the Vindhyas and the Satpuras, with the Maikal Hills being the fulcrum. This is where the Narmada River ,the Son River and Johila River emerge.

Madhya Pradesh is a land that embraces all the major religions of India Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Jainism, Buddhism and Christianity. Even though the state is a common abode of people belonging to numerous religions, castes and creeds, no internecine feuds exist amongst them. In fact, the state upholds 'Unity in Diversity', on which rests the entire concept of secularism in India. However, the Aryans and the tribal people are the two main races of the state.

Culture of Madhya Pradesh

Dominated by tribal communities, this state of central India is rich in culture. The varied cultural activities of the state even help in bringing out the actual spirit of the people of Madhya Pradesh. With a legacy of musicians, Indian classical songs as well as folk songs form a part of the distinctive culture of the state. Relo, a kind of folk song of tribal children of the Sing Maria and Muria tribes is one of the popular music of the state. Dhankul songs and Chait Parah are even popular in the state.

Air Parasailing in Pachmarhi It looks difficult but is not really; though it is every bit as exciting. Strapped into safety gear, a crash helmet and a parachute, visitors are towed behind a jeep till the parachute fills with air and carries them into the sky. From there, after having been borne on the wings if the wind for a few minutes, parasialers descend to earth to be received by their handlers in a soft handling. Most parasailers in Pachmari are beginners with no previous experience of this exhilarating air sport. Water Boating Soaring in glittering splendor, the Marble Rocks at Bhedaghat rise to a hundred feet on either side of the Narmada. The perpendicular magnesium limestone rocks fringe the crystal waters of the Narmada providing the perfect reason to take a boat down the glistening water. Boating on a moonlit night, when the whole stretch of water is transformed into a sheet of liquid silver is absolutely magical.