Why Mandu Is City Of Joy ?


It is located in the Malwa region of western Madhya Pradesh 40 km from Dhar and 100 km from Indore, Mandu is situated at an altitude of 634 m. It extends for 13 km (8 miles) along the crest of the Vindhya Range.Mandu gained eminence only near the end of the 10th century when the Paramaras formed an independent kingdom here. Mandu is also famous for its special kind of tamarind known as Mandu ki Imli. The fruit looks like a papaya; it is a fruit of boabab tree.
Mandu is the city of love and delight. After all, one of its most famous legends is the love story of Baz Bahadur and Rani Roopmati. An ancient fort city surrounded by stone walls dotted with darwazas (gateways).It's also known for its afghan architectural heritage. Landmark buildings include Hoshang Shah’s Tomb, a domed marble mausoleum, and the vast Jami Masjid mosque, with courtyards framed by colonnades. The imposing, centuries-old Jahaz Mahal palace stands between 2 lakes

.Places to Visit in Mandu
Ship Palace (Jahaz Mahal),Rani Roopmati Pavillion,Hindola Mahal (Swing Palace),Rani Roopmati Palace,Rupmati Pavilion,Hoshang Shah's Tomb,Jami Masjid,Baz Bahadur's Palace,Nilkanth Mahal

Best Time To Visit
July To March
How To Reach Mandu
BY- Air Nearest airport is at Indore (100 km)
BY-Rail.convenient rail heads are Ratlam(125km) on the Mumbai-Delhi Main line and Indore (100km)
BY Road Regular bus services connect Mandu with all major cities of M.P.

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