Madhya Pradesh is called the "heart of India" not only because of its location in the centre of the country, but 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 offering a unique and exciting panorama of wildlife in sylvan surroundings.

Celebrate Dussehra at the tribal village of Bastar, feel the romance of the legendary Baz Bahadur and his beloved Rani Roopmati at Mandu, let the temple town of Maheshwar weave its magic for you, retreat into the grassy meadows of Pachmarhi, explore the Bhimbekta caves, which has the largest repository of pre-historic art in India, or go down to the medieval capital city of OrcHha to see temples and palaces. Get to the heart of India.

General Information

State Name	Madhya_Pradesh>	State Capital	Bhopal
Official Language	http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hindi	Other Languages	Hindi, Bhili and Goni.
Population (2001 Census)	60,385,118	Area (km.²)	308,252
Vehicle Code	MP	Coordinates
Number of Districts	48	Pincode Range	45-48
Best Time to Visit	September to March, Amarkantak , Bhopal, Chanderi, Gwalior, Indore, Khajuraho, Pachmarhi, Sanchi, Ujjain.	Clothing
Altitude		Weather	Summer - Max: 47.7, Min: 24.9 Winter - Max: 24.5, Min: 9.1.
Airports	Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Khajuraho, Raipur	Railway Lines	5,796 km
Places of Interest	The area around Gwalior, particularly between Agra and Gwalior, was until recent years, well-known for dacoits (armed robbers) who terrorized travellers and villagers. In the Chambal river valley region you can still see men walking with rifles for self-protection. We suggest that you do not travel on highways at night Most Spectacular: Maha Kumbh Mela, Jehangir Mahal, Dudhi Plateau, Jamuna Prapat, Verdant Jewel Pachmarhi, Khajuraho Temples.	Other Details	Roads: Surfaced: 73,463 km, Unsurfaced: 54,547 km
Wikipedia Link	http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madhya_Pradesh


State Bird	Paradise Fly catcher	State Animal	Swamp Deer

State Tree		State Flower