ATTRACTIONS & PLACES TO VISIT IN INDORE

Rajwada Palace

Located in the heart of the city, this architectural gem is an impressive repository of the Holkar dynasty’s history. The seven-storey landmark built by Malhar Rao Holkar showcases a unique blend of Maratha, Mughal and French architecture. Travellers enjoy exploring its museum, home to paintings, weapons, sculptures and Holkar memorabilia, as well as the central garden.

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Sarafa Bazaar Night Market

An iconic night street-food market, Sarafa Bazaar transforms from a busy jewellery lane by day into a bustling vegetarian food haven between 9.00 pm and 2.00 am. Foodies love the dahi bada, bhutte ka kees, rabdi-malpua and malai kulfi, amongst Indore’s best street foods, served here.

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Lal Bagh Palace

Indore’s most impressive neo-classical building, Lal Bagh was the residence of the Holkars till 1978, later converted into a museum displaying artifacts and a rare coin collection. The Palace’s main gates are famous for being replicas of the gates of London’s Buckingham Palace. The interiors feature Italian marble columns, grand chandeliers, Persian carpets, flying nymph frescoes on the ceiling and Belgium stained glass windows.

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Chappan Dukan

Located in the upscale New Palasia area, Chappan Dukan (the name translates to ‘56 Shops’) is an open-air food hub. The stalls here are known for authentic, hygienic fast food that contributes to Indore’s consistent status as India’s cleanest city. Beloved snacks available include Johnny’s hot dogs, khopra patties (coconut-stuffed potato balls), sabudana Khichdi and shikanji.

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Patalpani Waterfall

One of Madhya Pradesh’s best kept secrets, Patalpani (the name translates to underworld water) is located near Mhow, just an hour’s drive from the city. Formed by the Choral River, the waterfall cascades from a height of 300 feet into a mysterious pool of undetermined depth. Surrounded by dense forests and lush hills, this spot is a favourite for picnics.

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Central Museum

Established in 1923 by the Holkar dynasty, the museum is a treasure trove of Madhya Pradesh's history and art. It is home to rare Parmar-era sculptures from Hinglajgarh, a marvellous coin collection and prehistoric artifacts. Students and archaeology enthusiasts come here for information on Malwa temples, old trade routes and Indore’s princely past.

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