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Madhya Pradesh | India
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Bhopal is categorised as Heritage / Business and Transit


Upper Lake (Nivalink Trip Dated - 7 October 2018)
Upper Lake (Nivalink Trip Dated - 7 October 2018)
Upper Lake (Nivalink Trip Dated - 7 October 2018)
Bhojpur Shiva Temple (Nivalink Trip Dated - 7 October 2018)
Taj Ul Masajid (Nivalink Trip Dated - 7 October 2018)
Van Vihar Zoological Park (Nivalink Trip Dated - 3 March 2011)
Birla Temple

Reasons to Visit
  • Bhopal is the capital of the of Madhya Pradesh also known as the Lake city as its landscape is dotted with a number of natural lakes.
  • Bhopal is visited for its monuments that highlight Islamic architecture and lies in close proximity to Saanchi (46 km), a Buddhist heritage site, Bhojpur Temple and Bhimbetka pre-historic cave shelters.
  • Bhopal is also visited for its old city character and heritage monuments.
  • The Indian Space Research Organization established a Master Control Facility in Bhopal, to control the movements of satellites.
  • Bhopal cuisine is unique and its Kebabs and Kheemas are popular.
Know It
  • The city attracted international attention due to the tragic Bhopal disaster in 1984 when a gas leak from the Union Carbide plants left hundreds dead and thousands suffering from disabilities and ailments for two generations thereon.
Recommendations
  • Significant Hindu Pilgrimages in Madhya Pradesh"Bhojpur (28 kms from Bhopal) is famous for the incomplete Bhojeśvar temple dedicated to Shiva. The temple houses one of the largest Shivaliṅgas (14 ft) and is a popular tourist attraction to all Indian family travellers to Bhopal. "
  • Destinations to visit for Holiday Travellers to Madhya Pradesh"A Popular arrival point, Bhopal is a heritage destination in its own right for being an old city and from where renowned Stupas from Sanchi (46 kms) are visited. Bhopal wears a lakeside character, has some monuments of its own, has zoo and has excursions such has Sanchi, Bhojpur (28 kms - Temple), Bhimbhetka (40+ kms - Caves) that are of interest to a holiday traveller. Typical Stay - 1 or 2 nights."
  • Airports and Access Points for Destinations in Madhya Pradesh"Bhopal is capital of Madhya Pradesh. Bhopal Airport and Railway Stations are access point to start any Madhya Pradesh itinerary and visit heritage destinations of Sanchi (46 kms), Hill station of Pachmarhi (200 kms) and Wildlife destination of Satpura (150 kms)."
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Bhopal has 9 Hotels approved and listed with Nivalink

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Mid-segment1
Premium7
Luxury1
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Hotel8
Resort1

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6 verified holiday itineraries are listed for Bhopal

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Getaway (1-3 nights)1
Short Break (4-6 nights)2
Holiday (7 or more)3

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List of Holidays for Bhopal

Getaway

  • Bhopal Heritage Getaway (2 Nights)

Short Break

  • Pachmarhi – Bhopal Break (5 Nights)
  • Satpura Bhopal Break (4 Nights)

Holiday

  • Central India Heritage with Agra and Aurangabad (14 Nights)
  • Wildlife, Hill station and Heritage Itinerary (7 Nights)
  • Wildlife, Hill station and Heritage Itinerary - 2 (7 Nights)

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Bhopal has 16 Transport services that can be booked online. Click here for reviewing and booking them.

Airport Pickup or Drop

ServicesRates Starting From
Pickup/Drop between Airport and Hotel in BhopalRs. 1002

Day Sightseeing

ServicesRates Starting From
Bhopal Half Day SightseeingRs. 2500
Bhopal to Bhojpur and Bhimbhetka Half Day Sightseeing and backRs. 2650
Bhopal to Halali Dam Day Visit and backRs. 2778
Bhopal to Sanchi Half Day Sightseeing and backRs. 2650
Bhopal to Sanchi, Bhojpur and Bhimbhetka Full Day SightseeingRs. 2778

Point to Point Transport

ServicesRates Starting From
Bhopal Pickup and Drop to DelawadiRs. 2778
Bhopal Pickup and Drop to Halali DamRs. 2778
Bhopal Pickup and Drop to RatapaniRs. 2778
Bhopal Pickup and Drop to SanchiRs. 2778
Bhopal Pickup and Drop to Tawa ReservoirRs. 2889
Bhopal to Satpura (Madhai) via Bhimbhetka Rock SheltersRs. 2917
Pachmarhi to Bhopal via Bhimbhetka Rock SheltersRs. 5466
Pickup/Drop between Bhopal and PachmarhiRs. 4876
Pickup/Drop between Bhopal and Satpura National ParkRs. 4064

Railway Station Pickup or Drop

ServicesRates Starting From
Pickup/Drop between Bhopal Railway Station and Hotel in BhopalRs. 834

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Bhopal has 1 Add Ons approved and listed with Nivalink.

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List of Service Add Ons for Bhopal

Activities

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Paramotoring in BhopalRs. 3889

4 Travel Ideas listed for Bhopal. Click here for reviewing them.

Destination Ideas

  • Bhopal Getaway
  • Deccan Odyssey - Luxury Train Experience
  • Sanchi Stupas - UNESCO World Heritage Site

Stay Ideas

  • Noor Us Sabah Palace Experience

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  • Places to Visit
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Bhopal has many 19th century mosques in old city area including Taj-ul-Masajid (one of the largest mosques in Asia), Dhai Seedi ki Masjid (one of the smallest mosques in Asia, Jama Masjid and Moti Masjid.
    Mosque or Dargah
    Mosque
    2
    There are number of architecturally impressive heritage structures in Bhopal such as Shaukat Mahal (a mixture of Indo-Islamic and European styles of architecture), Gohar Mahal (fusion of Hindu and Mughal architecture), Sadar Manzil (now used as the head office of the Municipal Corporation) and Purana Qila (300-year-old fort which separates upper lake from Lower lake).
    Heritage Site
    Royal Heritage
    5
    Laxmi Narayan Temple (also known as the Birla Mandir), is situated to the south of the Lower Lake on the Hills, offers view of the Bhopal city and the lake around it. Adjacent to the Lakshmi Narayan Temple, there is a sculpture museum that is worth a visit.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Lord Vishnu
    5
    Archaeological museum includes temple sculptures and bronzes.
    Museum
    Archeological Museum
    6
    Van Vihar is developed and managed as a modern zoological park. The rescued animals are and kept in their near natural habitat. The animal population here comprise tiger, panther, lion, bear, hyena, crocodiles, gharial, snakes, python etc.,
    Zoo
    Nature Park
    7
    A park cum museum depicting tribal heritage of India (Over 400 diff tribes covered).
    Museum
    Heritage Museum
    10
    Lake is a central promenade in Bhopal and a very prominent location covering an area of about 6 sq. km, the Upper lake is separated from the Lower Lake by an over bridge. You can hire motorboats for a ride
    Lake or Riverside, Rides
    City Lake, Boating
    10
  • Excursion
    NameDescriptionCategorySub-CategoryDistance(Kms)
    Hathaikheda is a dam on the outskirts of City of bhopal and is kind of a local picnic spot.
    Lake or Riverside
    Reservoir
    15
    Bhojpur is renowned for its 11th century Shiva temple, which is home to Indias biggest Shivling (5.5 meter), built by royal family of Bhopal.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Lord Shiva
    28
    Bhojpur is home to an unfinished Jain temple containing a 6 meter-tall statue of Shantinath and two statues of Parshvanath and Suparasnath. These are worth a visit for those visiting the Shiva Temple.
    Temple or Holy Place
    Jain Temple
    28
    Bhimbetka Caves situated 46 km south of Bhopal and is home to caves with prehistoric paintings.
    Heritage Site
    Pre Historic, Caves
    46
    Sanchi is just 46 km Bhopal and home to Buddhist heritage site and a UNESCO world heritage site. Its a major attraction for the Inbound and domestic tourists and a must visit for any heritage traveller.
    Heritage Site
    Buddhist Heritage
    46
    Halali dam is built on Halali river at 47 kms from Bhopal. MP Tourism hotel here offers Boat rides.
    Lake or Riverside, Rides
    Reservoir, Boating, Dam
    47

Destinations within reach from Bhopal

  • Sanchi ( 46 Km )

    Sanchi is located 46 km Bhopal and is a place of importance in Buddhism and visited by guests all more

  • Halali ( 47 Km )

    Halali dam is known as Samrat Ashok Sagar Project. It is constructed across Halali river a more

  • Ratapani ( 61 Km )

    The Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary is holds some large bodies of water, attracting an immense influx more

  • Delawadi ( 70 Km )

    Delawadi is situated within the ratapani wildlife sanctuary. The area is thickly forested and more

  • Biaora ( 117 Km )

    Biaora is a transit point situated on NH-3 & NH-12 junction and a railhead, stopver on the Bhopal more

  • Pipariya ( 154 Km )

    Pipariya is an access point for Pachmarhi (46 kms) and Madhai range of Satpura National (60 kms). more

  • Ujjain ( 190 Km )

    Ujjian is a pilgrim centre and home to Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve Jyotirlinga more

  • Indore ( 190 Km )

    Indore is commercial capital of State of Madhya Pradesh and access point for pilgrimages to more

  • Amla ( 216 Km )

    Amla is a off-beat heritage getaway lies on the Ujjain - Dhar route, 45 kms from more

  • Chanderi ( 230 Km )

    Chanderi is a town of historical importance, its surrounded by hills, lakes and forest along with more

  • Dhar ( 250 Km )

    Dhar is best-visited enroute to Mandu. It is visited for Fadke Studio, which is basically a statue more

  • Jhalawar ( 260 Km )

    Jhalawar is a heritage town on Madhya Pradesh / Rajasthan border at 90 kms from Kota, renowned for more

  • Jabalpur ( 320 Km )

    Jabalpur is a transit point for accessing wildlife destinations of Kanha (165 km) and Bandhavgarh more

  • Bargi ( 320 Km )

    Bargi Dam is a local getaway situated on Jabalpur - Nagpur NH-7 highway for tourists to enjoy more

  • Nagpur ( 350 Km )

    Nagpur is a major city in eastern part of Maharashtra and an access point to visit Tiger more

  • Jhabua ( 351 Km )

    Jhabua is a tribal hamlet on the Vadodara -Dhar road at 200 kms from Vadodara and 85 kms from more

  • Badnera ( 351 Km )

    Badnera, 10 kms from from Amravati is a popular railhead for accessing Chikhaldhara, a local hill more

  • Kota ( 355 Km )

    Kota serves as an army headquarters and a prime industrial center. Kota is a stopover destination more

  • Orchha ( 355 Km )

    Orchha lies on the Betwa River, 15 km. from Jhansi in Uttar Pradesh.Orchha is one of the most more

  • Ramtek ( 363 Km )

    Ramtek has got Historic temple of lord Rama. It is believed that Ramtek was the place where Rama, more

  • Alipura ( 375 Km )

    Alipura is a luncheon mid-way stopover on the Jhansi - Khajuraho route (92 kms from Khajuraho) and more

  • Pench ( 395 Km )

    Pench (90 kms from Nagpur) is a wildlife destination known for its Tiger population and over 280 more

  • Neemuch ( 397 Km )

    Neemuch is a small town 58 kms South of Chittorgarh on the Chittorgarh - Ujjain Route. Neemuch has more

  • Kanha ( 425 Km )

    Kanha is renowned as one of the best Parks in India (Alongwith Corbett, Kaziranga and Nagarhole). more

  • Bhusawal ( 425 Km )

    Bhusawal is a major railhead and renowned for its banana cultivation. Traders from various parts more

  • Satna ( 439 Km )

    Satna is a convenient railhead to access Khajuraho and Panna. Chitrakoot is also accessible from more

  • Savti ( 468 Km )

    Savti lies at 35 kms from Sawai Madhopur and here guest arrives for an experiential more

  • Nagzira ( 468 Km )

    Nagzira is a tiger sanctuary offering good park experience at 120 kms from Nagpur. Nagzira is one more

  • Rajmahal ( 474 Km )

    Rajmahal lies on Kota - Jaipur highway at about 170 kms from Jaipur and Rajmahal Palace and Resort more

  • Jalgaon ( 483 Km )

    Jalgaon is often known as the Banana Capital of India and lies in close proximity to the Ajanta more

  • Rewa ( 489 Km )

    Rewa is also known as land of white tigers and to this day white tigers are still kept at the more

  • Tadoba ( 502 Km )

    Tadoba is known for its tiger reserve, 45 kms from Chandrapur and 120 kms from Nagpur. more

  • Rampura ( 510 Km )

    Rampura lies off the Kanpur - Agra route and guests driving from Lucknow to Chambal Ravines (150 more

  • Bhilwara ( 524 Km )

    Bhilwara lies on the Udaipur - Chittorgarh - Ajmer route between Chittorgarh and Ajmer, offering more

  • Dholpur ( 525 Km )

    Dholpur is a renowned heritage getaway by the Chambal River, 56 kms South of Agra, renowned for more

  • Khempur ( 525 Km )

    Khempur, is a small ethnic village on the Udaipur – Chittorgarh route at a distance of 50 km from more

  • Udaipur ( 531 Km )

    Udaipur is the Lake city of Rajasthan. Udaipur has now become an ex-Ahmedabad getaway and a more

  • Begu ( 531 Km )

    Begu is a heritage getaway lies off the Chittorgarh - Kota Route at about 65 kms from Chittorgarh, more

  • Eklingji ( 542 Km )

    Eklingji is a Hindu temple complex, renowned for Shiva devotees at 22 kms from Udaipur. 1 km from more

  • Anand ( 544 Km )

    Anand is renowned for being the home of AMUL Milk co-operative. Its also where Madhubhan Resorts more

  • Shamlaji ( 550 Km )

    Shamlaji is a renowned Lord Vishnu Pilgrimage destination in Gujarat renowned for its 11th Century more

  • Nadiad ( 565 Km )

    Nadiad is set at 60 kms from Ahmedabad on the NH-08 (Ahmedabad - Vadodara highway) in close more

  • Ellora ( 571 Km )

    Ellora is a World Heritage Site, 30 km from Aurangabad and along with Ajanta caves is the prime more

  • Agra ( 578 Km )

    Agra is home to Taj Mahal, a mughal era monument that is considered one of the Seven Wonders of more

  • Kanpur ( 579 Km )

    Kanpur is the commercial capital of Uttar Pradesh. Kanpur today is home to textile leather, more

  • Dang ( 587 Km )

    Dang is a thickly wooded area renowned for its Tribal heritage and visited enroute Saputara or as more

Average Day / Night Temperature of Bhopal,Madhya Pradesh,India

January
27°C / 13°C
February
29°C / 17°C
March
35°C / 23°C
April
39°C / 28°C
May
42°C / 32°C
June
35°C / 27°C
July
31°C / 25°C
August
29°C / 24°C
September
31°C / 23°C
October
34°C / 22°C
November
31°C / 17°C
December
29°C / 15°C

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Localities
Locality NameDescriptionSuitable ForHotels (Nos)
LakesideAn area overlooking the lake (One of the largest artificial lake in Asia), which forms the centre piece of Bhopal and a major attraction. Business/Holiday2
MP NagarMaharana Pratap Nagar is home to many business houses, banks, media and press houses, showrooms, retail stores, coaching centres as well as hotels, restaurants, eateries, shopping centers, malls.Business3
Shamla HillsShamla hills is a premium location over a small hollock adjoining the lake offering lake viewsHoliday2
TT NagarA residential, quasi commercial area 3 kms from Shyamla Hills and MP Nagar.Business1
Van ViharVan Vihar National Park is a national park is located at the heart of Bhopal, is developed and managed as a modern zoological park where animals are kept in their near natural habitat. Holiday/Getaway1
Airport in Bhopal
  • Raja Bhoj International Airport ( BHO ) , Bhopal
Railway Stations in Bhopal
  • Bhopal Junction ( BPL ), Bhopal
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