LAXMI NARAYAN TEMPLE:
The 'Laxmi Narayan Temple' is also known as 'Birla Temple', Laxmi Narayan Temple was built
by the Birla’s and is commemorated to the hindu deities, Laxmi & Vishnu. Birla museum,
adjoined to it, is a storehouse of art and artefacts that date back to the 12th century. The beautifully
carved archway and the trailing green lawns of the place make it a famous tourist draw of Bhopal.
TAJ-UL-MASJID:
Taj-ul-Masjid one of the biggest and most beautiful mosques in India, literally means 'the crown
of mosques' and bhopal's imposing landmark. Its pink front, decorated with white-domed minarets,
touching the skyline and stands as a stunning example to the rule of begums in bhopal.
SHAUKAT MAHAL:
In bhopal at the entrance of bustling chowk the 'Shaukat Mahal' is located. Shaukat Mahal
exhibits gothic and post-renaissance architectural patterns and is a beautiful mixture of both oriental
and occidental architectural styles. The white exterior of the building, carved with exquisite floral
patterns, makes it stand out amongst all the antique monuments of bhopal.
SADAR MANZIL:
'Sadar Manzil' is an equally attractive site situated near 'Shaukat Mahal'. Even today, the place
highlights the gone 'Nawabi Era' of Bhopal. Sultan Kaikhusrau Jahan Begum, daughter of Shah Jahan
Begum, used it as her private palace. Today, the building houses the headquarters of Bhopal Municipal
Corporation.
MOTI MASJID:
Moti Masjid is the heart of bhopal. It is also known as 'Pearl Mosque'. In bhopal, Moti Masjid is
beautifully designed and resembles the jama masjid of delhi. Built by sikandar jahan, the daughter of
kudsia begum, in 1860, this staggering mosque brilliantly displays the heights attained by islamic art
and architecture during the 'Nawabi Era'. Fabricated with red sandstone, the highly stylized structure of
the mosque is typical of Muslim architecture. It has an arresting marble front, with two red minarets
crowned by golden spikes.
UPPER AND LOWER LAKES:
These lakes highly contribute towards beautifying the landscape of bhopal and are credited as
the artwork of 'Raja Bhoj'. The upper lake is 6 sq. km. in area and is divided from the lower lake by an
over bridge.’ Van Vihar' (safari park) and the fish-shaped aquarium near the place also
contribute towards its popularity amongst the locals and tourists.
Related Links:
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links