Sagar Talao, Mandu

This renowned temple is dedicated to Lord Shri Suparshawnath Bhagwan and a white stone is carved into his idol inside the temple which sits in a padmasana posture. The temple is situated in Mandavgarh Fort and the idol is 3 feet tall. This temple is a hidden jewel and one of the must-visit Mandu tourist places, especially for the devotees and peace seekers. Nestled in the massive campus of the fort that sits atop the Vindhya Parvat gives it a dramatic backdrop. Bhojanshalas and Dharamshalas are available near the temple.Location: Inside Mandavgarh Fort, Mandu, IndiaTimings: any time of the day.Entry Fee: Free of cost.Suggested time required: 1 to 2 hours.Distance from Mandu Bus Stand: Less than Kilometer.If you are on a trip to this state with your family then here is a list of famous national parks in Madhya Pradesh that are very popular for family outings and picnic spots.

Being the largest lake in the entire citadel of Mandu, Sagar Talao is bordered with a number of popular monuments on its eastern, northern and southern banks. This pristine and picturesque lake is fringed with Darya Khan’s Tomb and Rewa Kund and going further south will lead you to Malik Mughis Mosque and Caravan Sarai. It has a perennial water supply system that is why it never dries up. The lake is maintained by Madhya Pradesh Tourism board. While you can walk through a number of galleries dating back to the 14th century along the bank of the lake, you can even indulge in a happy boating ride.Here are some of the water activities of Madhya Pradesh that are a must-to-do if you are a sports enthusiast. Location: Mandu, IndiaTimings: Between sunrise and sunset hours. Entry Fee: Free of cost, boating charges can be added.Suggested time required: Less than an hour.Distance from Mandu Bus Stand: Around 3 KM.

Rupayan Museum is a must-include place in the itinerary of Mandu for the kind of experience it offers, especially to history buffs, archaeologists, anthropologists and anyone interested into analyzing the life of the locals of Mandu during the past decades and centuries. The museum sprawls in 10 acres of land which is provided by the Government Madhya Pradesh which also looks after the maintenance of the place. A wide range of ancient tools and crafts primitively used in the ancient times by the natives of the place can be seen here.Location: Nalchha Tehsil, Mandu, IndiaTimings: 10 AM to 5 PM on all days of the week except Monday.Entry Fee: INR 10 per Indian adult.Suggested time required: An hour or two.Distance from Mandu Bus Stand: Approximately 22 KM.If you like camping then you are lucky enough because Madhya Pradesh provides you a wide range of camping spots, click here for some best camping experiences.

Another witness of the legendary love story of Roopmati and Baz Bahadur which is located near Jami Masjid. This artificial lake was constructed to ensure the regular water supply to Roopmati Pavilion. It is also said that Roopmati, who was a renowned classical singer, often came to worship at this Kund. It is fringed with Pillars and arches of beautiful design and style under the shadow of which tourists and pilgrims can rest and enjoy the timeless beauty of this reservoir.Location: Near Baz Bahadur Palace, Mandav, Madhya Pradesh 454010, IndiaTimings: Best to go between sunrise to sunset hours.Entry Fee: Free of cost.Suggested time required: An hour.Distance from Mandu Bus Stand: Around 5 KM.Also, witness some of miraculous nature's wonder in Madhya Pradesh that will leave you stunned.

This vintage place bestows you with an unparalleled view of the river Narmada. The Pavilion has a backstory of a medieval romance that started between King Baz Bahadur and Rani Roopmati. Earlier this hilltop structure was used as an army ground to keep a watch around and guard the kingdom. The pavilion has two watchtowers and beautiful courtyards as well, making it one of Mandu tourist places which are mandatory parts of every itinerary. It is said that Rani Roopmati was an accomplished classical singer and the pavilion was made acoustically so it served her better. It is one of the most exceptional places you should visit in Madhya Pradesh.Location: Mandu, Mandav, Dhar, Madhya Pradesh 454010Timings: 8 AM to 6 PM on all days of the week.Entry Fee: INR 5 per Indian and SAARC countries adults.Suggested time required: Over 2 hours.Distance from Mandu Bus Stand: Around 5.5 KM.

Shah Bagh Khan constructed this temple for the Hindu wife of Akbar. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the revered places to visit in Mandu adorned with elegant designs carved out of large stones. Nilkanth Mahadev serves as a major pilgrim center in Mandu and it is encircled with thickets of trees and a pond that serves as the main source of water. The shrine of Lord Shiva in the temple faces this holy pond.Make sure you don't miss out some of the major spiritual delights in Madhya Pradesh. Location: Nilkantheshwar Temple, Mandu, Madhya Pradesh, Mandu, Mandav, Madhya Pradesh 454010Timings: Anytime during the day.Entry Fee: Free of cost.Suggested time required: Less than an hour.Distance from Mandu Bus Stand: 700 meters.