Madhya Pradesh has once again made its mark on the national tourism stage. The Union Ministry of Tourism has announced that the state's Pranpur, Sabarvani, and Ladpura Khas have been declared the best tourism villages in the country. Pranpur has been selected in the craft category, while Sabarvani and Ladpura Khas have been recognized for responsible tourism. These villages were honoured at a ceremony in New Delhi on September 27th, which coincides with World Tourism Day. The Additional Managing Director Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board Ms Bidisha Mukherjee received this honour along with rural representatives. The Union Ministry of Tourism organizes the Best Tourism Village Competition with the aim of promoting community-based values and lifestyle while preserving cultural and natural res...
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ITC Hotels to manage MP’s heritage destination – ‘Lunera Ki Sarai’ in Mandu
ITC Hotels recently signed a management agreement with with Bhopal based Lunera Castle Resort & Spa, for a landmark property under brand Welcomhotel in Mandu, Madhya Pradesh. Welcomhotel Mandu - the refreshed avatar of the heritage destination ‘Lunera ki Sarai’ pays tribute to the ancient fort city of Mandu celebrated for its architecture. With this signing, ITC’s Hotel Group will have nearly 540 keys in Madhya Pradesh. This includes two operating WelcomHeritage properties in Pench, Pachmarhi and three Welcomhotels in pipeline at Jabalpur, Gwalior and Bhopal. Welcomhotel Mandu will feature 94 rooms, an all-day dining restaurant, a specialty restaurant, meeting spaces, spa and swimming pool. Mandu, also known as Mandav, is an ancient fort city in the central Indian state of Ma...
Read Moreअंतर्राष्ट्रीय बाघ दिवस 29 जुलाई पर विशेषः वन विभाग के साथ मिलकर सॉफ्ट एडवेंचर गतिविधियां संचालित करेगा टूरिज्म बोर्ड, अनुभव आधारित पर्यटन पर रहेगा जोर 'टाइगर स्टेट' के नाम से प्रसिद्ध मध्यप्रदेश बाघों की आबादी और संरक्षण के लिए जाना जाता है। 2022 की जनगणना के अनुसार मध्यप्रदेश में 785 बाघ मौजूद है, जो देश में सबसे ज्यादा है। इसमें 563 बाघ टाइगर रिजर्व में मौजूद हैं और 222 बाघ अभयारण्य और टाइगर रिजर्व (संरक्षित क्षेत्र) से बाहर है। जुलाई से सितंबर माह तक टाइगर सफारी बंद होने से टाइगर रिजर्व में पर्य़टन गतिविधियां कम हो जाती है, जिससे स्थानीय समुदाय, होटल संचालक और पर्य़टन से जुड़े तमाम लोग प्रभावित होते है। इसी तथ्य को देखते हुए मध्य प्रदेश टूरिज्म बोर्ड राज्य वन विभाग और स्थानीय जिला प्रशासन के साथ मिलकर पर्यटकों के अनुभव को बढ़ाने के लिए बफर जोन में जंगल सफारी, नेचर वॉक, ट्र...
Read Moreप्री-कोविड संख्या को किया पार, उज्जैन में सबसे ज्यादा 5 करोड़ 28 लाख पर्यटक आए ऐतिहासिक धरोहरों, गौरवशाली इतिहास, प्राकृतिक सौंदर्य, विविध वन्यजीव और आध्यात्मिक अनुभव के लिए देश-दुनिया में प्रख्यात मध्यप्रदेश ने साल 2023 में 11 करोड़ से ज्यादा पर्यटकों का स्वागत किया, जो अब तक का रिकॉर्ड है। जनवरी 2023 से दिसंबर 2023 तक राज्य में 11 करोड़ 21 लाख पर्यटक पहुंचे, जिनमें विदेशी पर्यटकों की संख्या 1 लाख 83 हजार रही। 2019 में कोविड प्रतिबंध लागू होने से पहले कुल 8,90,35,097 पर्यटकों का आगमन हुआ था। 2022 में पर्यटकों की संख्या 3,41,38,757 रही थी। प्रदेश में सबसे ज्यादा पर्यटक उज्जैन पहुंचे, जिनकी संख्या 5 करोड़ 28 लाख से ज्यादा रही। प्रदेश के सर्वश्रेष्ट 10 में से पांच डेस्टिनेशन धार्मिक स्थल हैं। उल्लेखनीय है कि 24 मई को मध्यप्रदेश राज्य पर्यटन विकास निगम (MPSTDC) का स्थापना दिवस है, इसी ...
Read Moreभोपाल स्थित मोती महल के एक विंग में बनेगा प्रदेश का पहला सिटी म्यूजियम, दूसरे विंग में महाप्रतापी भोज संग्रहालय - अंतर्राष्ट्रीय संग्रहालय दिवस 18 मई को - जनजातीय समाज के 7 अतिरिक्त आवास में मिलेगा नया सांस्कृतिक अनुभव एक ऐतिहासिक कदम के तहत भोपाल को मध्य प्रदेश का पहला सिटी म्यूजियम मिलने जा रहा है। ऐतिहासिक मोती महल के एक विंग में केंद्र सरकार से सिटी म्यूजियम के स्थापना की मंजूरी मिल गई है। प्रमुख सचिव पर्यटन व संस्कृति विभाग और प्रबंध संचालक मध्य प्रदेश टूरिज्म बोर्ड शिव शेखर शुक्ला ने बताया कि यह बहुप्रतीक्षित संग्रहालय क्षेत्र के इतिहास और संस्कृति की समृद्ध विरासत को आधुनिक तकनीक की मदद से प्रदर्शित करेगा। पर्यटक यहां भोपाल और आसपास के क्षेत्रों से पुरातात्विक खोजों, प्रागैतिहासिक शैल चित्रों, पत्थर के औजारों, प्राचीन मूर्तियों, मंदिर के अवशेषों और भोपाल नवाब काल ...
Read MoreAs the festival of colours approaches, Madhya Pradesh gears up to showcase its rich cultural heritage and spiritual significance through vibrant Holi celebrations. Nestled amidst the land of massive religious importance, Madhya Pradesh, boasting two jyotirlingas in Mahakal Lok, Ujjain, and Ekatm Dham (Statue of Oneness), Omkareshwar, promises an enchanting experience for devotees and travelers alike. Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board encourages the local traditional and cultural values of the state by empowering local communities. Known for its fervent enthusiasm in celebrating festivals, Madhya Pradesh becomes an alluring destination during Holi, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in its vivid culture and warm hospitality. The Bhagoriya tradition of Madhya Pradesh possesse...
Read MoreThis Environment day, explore eco-friendly homestays of the ‘Heart of Incredible India’
As the sun rises over the picturesque landscapes of Madhya Pradesh, a symphony of nature's wonders greets you. The gentle whispers of the wind, the vibrant colors of flora, and the rhythmic melodies of wildlife create a harmonious environment like no other. On the joyous occasion of World Environment Day on 5th June 2023, you are welcome to embark a transformative journey to the heart of India, where more than 50 eco-friendly rural homestays await, offering an authentic and sustainable experience. Escape the concrete jungle and immerse yourself in the untouched beauty of rural Madhya Pradesh. These eco-friendly homestays embrace the principles of sustainability, celebrating the delicate balance between humans and the environment. Nestled amidst lush greenery, these havens offer a s...
Read MoreOn the occasion of International Museum Day on 18th May 2023, lets have a look into the fascinating world of museums in Madhya Pradesh Madhya Pradesh, a state in central India, is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance. This state boasts a diverse collection of museums, each offering a unique glimpse into the regions past, art, culture, and natural history. Madhya Pradesh is home to several renowned museums that showcase the state's vibrant history and architectural marvels. Madhya Pradesh is often called the ‘heart of India’, not only because it is geographically located at the center of the country but also because it is epitomizing the historical, culture and natural variety as well as the sheer antiquity of this land. Some of the oldest human and ...
Read MoreA fossil turned out to be just a beehive, and the correction puts the geologic and life history of India back into contention In 2020, amid the first pandemic lockdowns, a scientific conference scheduled to take place in India never happened. But a group of geologists who were already on site decided to make the most of their time and visited the Bhimbetka Rock Shelters, a series of caves with ancient cave art near Bhopal, India. There, they spotted the fossil of Dickinsonia¸ a flat, elongated and primitive animal from before complex animals evolved. It marked the first-ever discovery of Dickinsonia in India. An object that at first looked like a fossil of the primitive animal Dickinsonia (left) quickly started decaying and peeling off the rock (right), a sign it was something ...
Read MoreBut South African expert says, both can co-exist despite conflict As eight Namibia-born cheetahs complete more than 50 days in their new home Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, a South Africa-based animal conservationist has expressed concern over the high density of leopards in the sanctuary, but said the two carnivores have a history of co-existence as well. The cheetahs were flown from the African country and released in the Kuno National Park (KNP) in Sheopur district with much fanfare on September 17 as part of a project to revive their population in India, seven decades after they were declared extinct. Since their arrival at KNP, the big cats have been kept inside quarantine enclosures, where they completed 51 days on November 6. Meanwhile, two cheetahs have been releas...
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