Maheshwar — Commercial Capital of the State
Maheshwar, a Temple Town on the Banks of Holy River, Narmada. It is one of the Most Important town in the State of Madhya Pradesh. This place holds an Important Position in the Field of History. It’s a Place consisting of various Primeval Temples, which are constructed Ages ago.These Kinds of Attractive Places and Temples attracts Thousands of Tourists & Devotees, Every year.
Nevertheless, Maheshwar is also known for Making Rare and Delicate Cotton & Silk Handloom Saree’s, which makes an Ideal Paradise for Shopaholics.
Places to Visit
Holkar Fort
This was the Palace of Rani Ahilyabai Holkar, which makes the Statement More Bold of Being Called as the “Queen’s Fort”. The Structural Marvel is the Zenith of Maratha Architects. One Must Visit the Fort to Know More about the History & Dives into the Ancient Times.
Sahastra Dhara
At Ahilya Ghat, You can see a lot of boats and people getting on a ride approaching towards Booking Counter.
There were Two Options:
a. Rs. 300 Ride for 15–30 Minutes, Nearby.
b. Rs. 1000 Ride for 1 Hour, taking Downstream to SahastraDhara Point
After the 25 Minutes of Boat Ride, You’ll able to see the Still Water creating Rapids. The Boat will leave you on the Shores and from their You will have to Walk Down some meters to Feel the Rapids.
Sahastra Dhara is famous for Kayaking. So, If You’re Lucky, You Could witness & Enjoy the Kayaking Competition in which the Kayakers comes from the all over the India and the World to fight the Competition and Enjoy the Thrilling Adventures. You can See the Lane Marking hunged over the Rapids, amidst the Competition.
The Place takes approximately Half an Hour to Explore its Beauty.
If you are Touring in Maheshwar or Planning to Visit Maheshwar or Mandleshwar, Please Do Explore and Experience It.
The Experience is Worth the Effort & Money.
Mandleshwar
This Town is also known for Ancient Temples, Ghats & Fort Complex. “Mandleshwar” name was given to the City, which means the Home of Lord ShivaJi. This place have a lot of importance in Tourism and Religious. Art & Spiritualism Lovers gets attracted by this Amazing Place.
Also, Because of its Serene Beauty and Nature Picturesque, a lot of Bollywood and South Indian Movies have been Shot here.
Rajwada
The Architecture was Built under the Rule of Rani Ahilyabai Holkar. The Architectural Designs are Inspired from French & Mughal Trends. The Statue of Rani Ahilyabai, at the Entrance is One of the Major Attractions.
Narmada Ghat
Narmada Ghat is very Popular Site, encircled with Green Lush Suburbs and Picturesque. It is sited on the Banks of Holy River, Narmada. It’s a Perfect Place for Relaxing & Ideal for Picnics.
Jaleshwar Temple
Jaleshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord ShivaJi.
Khargone
Khargone, is a City sited on the Banks of River Kunda and known for its Cotton & Chillies Pepper Productions. Moreover, The Place is also known for NavGriha Temple (The Temple of Nine Planets), Rinmukhteshwar Mahadev Temple and Sahastra Dhara.
Ahilyeshwar Temple
Constructed by the Skills of Maratha Architects, This Temple is dedicated to Lord ShivaJi. The Temple is also a Shrine of Lord RamJi. The Temple consists of Perfect Designs & Artworks, in the Respect of the Lord ShivaJi.
You can Visit this Temple anytime, but You Must Go, at the Sharp Time, at 8 Am in Morning & 6 PM in Evening to Witness the Grand Aarti.
Omkareshwar Temple
Omkareshwar is around 66 KM away from Maheshwar. It’s a Must Visit Place, while Touring or Visiting Maheshwar.
For More Information, History, Places to Visit, Things to Do in Omkareshwar, Check Out My Blog on Omkareshwar by Clicking Here.
RajRajeshwar Temple
RajRajeshwar Temple was also Built in the Honor & Remembrance of Lord ShivaJi. The Temple is Famous for its Rich & Complex Architecture.
The Temple is Honored as the Temple of “11 Akhant Jyoti Deepak”, which means Eternal Flame Lanterns. As the Temple has “Akhand Jyoti Deepak” the Devotees prefer “Ghee” as the Major Offering, as it Helps to Enlighten the Eternal Flame Lanterns.
Best Time to Visit
The Perfect Time to Explore Maheshwar is from October to March. coz The Temperature in Maheshwar goes Extreme, during Summers & Winters Season.
How to Reach
By Air : Nearest Airport is Indore, which is 90 KM away from Maheshwar. Another Nearest Airport is in Bhopal & Jalgaon, which is around 280 KM away.
By Rail : Nearest Railway Station is in Indore, at the Distance of 90 KM away from Maheshwar. Another Nearest Railway Station is at Ujjain (151 KM), Burhanpur (180 KM).
By Road : Maheshwar is Linked with All Major Cities via Roadways like Indore, Vadodara, Bhopal, Nashik, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kota and Many More.
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