Bhopal Attractions
Bhopal is the state capital of Madhya Pradesh. Situated around two artificial lakes, Bhopal has an old quarter with distinctive architecture featuring a variety of influences such as Hindu, Persian, Afghani and some French.
The city of Bhopal is enclosed by masonry walls and located on the northern bank of a large lake.
Unfortunately Bhopal will remembered in history for the toxic gas leak from a Union Carbide plant on December 3, 1984. Forty tons of noxious gas leaked in the streets of Bhopal, killing more than 3 thousand people and injuring anywhere from 150,000 to 600,000 others. There are no health risks for visitors as long as they avoid drinking the local water.
Sites of interest in Bhopal include the Taj-ul-Masjid, one of the largest in India; Dhai Seedi ki Masjid, one of the smallest mosques in Asia; Bharat Bhavan, the cultural center of Bhopal and the Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya or Museum of Man.
The city of Bhopal is enclosed by masonry walls and located on the northern bank of a large lake.
Unfortunately Bhopal will remembered in history for the toxic gas leak from a Union Carbide plant on December 3, 1984. Forty tons of noxious gas leaked in the streets of Bhopal, killing more than 3 thousand people and injuring anywhere from 150,000 to 600,000 others. There are no health risks for visitors as long as they avoid drinking the local water.
Sites of interest in Bhopal include the Taj-ul-Masjid, one of the largest in India; Dhai Seedi ki Masjid, one of the smallest mosques in Asia; Bharat Bhavan, the cultural center of Bhopal and the Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya or Museum of Man.
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Taj-ul-Masjid
The imposing pink mosque, Taj-ul-Masjid, is one of the most noteworthy buildings in Bhopal. Huge pillars and 27 ceilings, many with ornate decoration, grace the main hall.
Bharat Bhavan
Bharat Bhavan was designed by the noted architect, Charles Correa. As a center for the performing and visual arts, it houses a museum of arts, an art gallery and library of Indian poetry, classical and folk music. Tribal paintings, sculptures and carvings are displayed along with contemporary works of art.
Traditional dance, music and drama performances occur several times per month.
Traditional dance, music and drama performances occur several times per month.
Hours
February 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 |
November 1 to January 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 |
Lakshmi Narayan Temple and Birla Museum
Lakshmi Narayan Temple is located on the Arera Hills. There are informative Hindu illustrations on the history of the area. There are good views over the lakes and old towns from the Lakshmi Narayan Temple.
The Birla Museum houses a small collection of local sculptures dating mainly from the Paramana period. The sculptures are mainly of Vishnu, Siva and their respective incarnations. Terracotta exhibits from Kausambi and a reconstruction of the Rock Shelter from Bhimbetka area also on display.
The Birla Museum houses a small collection of local sculptures dating mainly from the Paramana period. The sculptures are mainly of Vishnu, Siva and their respective incarnations. Terracotta exhibits from Kausambi and a reconstruction of the Rock Shelter from Bhimbetka area also on display.
