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Madhaya Pradesh- The Center of India
State Capital :- Bhopal
It is the largest state of the Indian Union. 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.
History :- 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. The mingling of diverse religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Islam has also given rise to vibrant art and architectural forms in the state.
Festivals :-
Madhya Pradesh holds festivals throughout the year. Dussehra (September/October), Diwali (October /November), Ram Navmi , Shivaratri and Holi (February/March) are the main attractions.
Dance :-
The Gonds, Bhils and Banjaras have several vibrant tribal dances like Phag (a sword dance), Lota (dance by women balancing pitchers full of water on their heads), and other stilt dances.
Famous places
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The Sanchi Stupa; murals of the Bagh caves; the world famous Khajuraho temples - which breathe the very essence of life; the serene loveliness of the Marble Rocks; the Gwalior fort; the royal legacies of Shivpuri; the prestigious wild game reserve at Kanha; the saga of a love story embossed in stone at Mandu are some of the interesting faces of this multi - faceted state.
People :-
Madhya Pradesh has the most interesting mix of people and ways of life.It is home to about 40 percent of India's tribal population. There are three distinct tribal groups in the state. The largest chunk is formed by the
Gonds, who once ruled a major part of the state and after whom
Gondwana, the central portion of the state is known. Western Madhya Pradesh is inhabited by the
Bhils, a colourful group of warriors and huntsmen. Eastern Madhya Pradesh is dominated by the
Oraons, most of whom have now turned Christians.
Art :-
Madhya Pradesh is replete with unique handicrafts. Delicately woven Chanderi and Maheshwari saris, carpets from
Vidisha, Mandsaur and Sarguja, intricate gold and silver embroidery, leather toys, stuffed animal miniatures, and bead handbags, dazzling lacquer work, cigarette cases of Jabalpur stone are all proof of the excellent craftsmanship of the people of the state.
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. The mingling of diverse religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Islam has also given rise to vibrant art and architectural forms in the state.
