Into the Depths of the Earth
Learning about rare medicinal plants in the little-known valley of Patalkot
Learning about rare medicinal plants in the little-known valley of Patalkot
Home to several tribal communities such as the Gonds, Baigas, and Bhariyas, Madhya Pradesh’s cultural tapestry is woven with varied art, craft, architecture, and customs.
A long-forgotten WWII-era Prisoner of War Camp lies in the heart of the Ratapani jungle
Delve into Bhopal’s distinct food culture with these essential eats
The northern regions of Madhya Pradesh are dotted with temples. Typically constructed with blocks of soft sandstone that is available here, these are intricately carved with every available surface filled with images of deities, social themes and narrations or floral motifs
Healthy as well as delicious, poha is a must-have when travelling through Madhya Pradesh
Gond art is inspired by nature. Its beauty lies in the intricate patterns created in each form that graces the artist’s canvas
An unexpected escape in an industrial heartland, Art Ichol is an inspiring artistic space, where scrap gets a makeover
A peek into the rich culture and traditions of the indigenous Gond and Baiga tribes living on the periphery of Central India’s national parks
A community-led rural tourism initiative at Pench National Park allows for a deeper understanding of local communities
Beyond samosas and kachoris, a peek at a fusion of jalebi and gulab jamun, and other uncommon dishes from Central India’s kitchens.
This 400-year-old tradition of block printing, using natural ingredients and labour-intensive techniques, is no mean feat
Despite being conducted in the middle of the night, the powerful bhasm arti at Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple is a big draw
From source to sea and back, a river pilgrimage along the sacred Narmada
Royal patronage revives a temple town’s weaving heritage
When it comes to the holy rivers of peninsular India, there is no dearth of legends and mythological stories
From a Kali temple to a king’s memorial, tracing the legend of Kalidasa
Relish the region’s best, from savoury staples like bhutte ka khees to the heavenly sweet shikanji
The state has a wide variety of handicrafts to offer the discerning traveller