Indore

Planned and built by Rani Ahil Yabai, the brave Holkar queen, Indore lies to the extreme west of the state on the banks of the rivers Saraswati and Khan. This bustling and vibrant city, 186 Km. from Bhopal, derives its name from the 18th century Indreshwar temple and has some interesting monuments associated with the medieval Holkar dynasty.

LAL BAGH PALACE

Lal Bagh Palace is one of the grandest monuments the Holkar dynasty left Indore. A reflection of their taste, grandeur and lifestyle, its construction began in 1886 under. Tukoji Rao Holkar II, and was carried out in three phases. The final phase was completed in 1921 under Tukoji Rao III. Many royal receptions were held here. It has a total area of 28 hectares, and at one time contained one of the best rose gardens of the country.

BADA GANAPATI

Better known for its size than antiquity, this temple houses perhaps the largest Ganesh idol in the world, measuring 25 ft. from crown to foot. Created as a result of the dream of an Avantika (Ujjain) resident. Shri Dadhich, it was built in 1875.

KANCH MANDIR

Made by Late Seth Hukumchand, this Jain Temple is an architectural marvel in glass. The walls, ceiling, floors, pillars and door knobs are entirely inlaid with glass. There are even paintings done in glass. At the top is a special glass chamber which multiplies the three statues of Lord Mahavira installed there into an indefinite number.

CENTRAL MUSEUM

The Indore Museum houses the finest collection of Parmar sculptures from Hinglajgarh. The Parmar style originated here, and is characterized by proportional figures, carefully and ornately depicted in stone. The museum is also known for its collection of coins, arms and armour.

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