It is a land which calls for an open mind, for the essence of Madhya Pradesh is, as you interpret it. It has been home to the cultural heritage of Hindhuism , Buddhism , Jainism and Islam . Innumerable monuments, exquisitely carved temples, stupas, forts and palaces are dotted all over the State. The natural beauty of Madhya Pradesh is equally varied. Consisting largely of a plateau, the State has everything.
Spectacular mountain ranges, meandering rivers and miles and miles of dense forests.
In fact, one third of the State is forested, offering a unique and exciting panorama of wildlife in sylvan surroundings. Geographically, the centre of India, Madhya Pradesh is a plateau straddled by the meandering Narmada, Chambal, Betwa and Shipra rivers, surrounded by the mighty Vindhya and Satpura mountain ranges and boasting some of the richest tropical forests anywhere. It is the largest state of the Indian Union. Madhya Pradesh has a colourful history that can be traced through the ruins of monuments built by emperor Ashoka, the Sungas, Chandragupta Vikramaditya, King Harsha, Raja Bhoj, the Chandela warriors, the Delhi Sultans and the great Mughals. Madhya Pradesh has at least four agro-climatic zones, and thus, has the most interesting mix of people and ways of life.