A great history is attached with Gwalior which is named
after the sage Gwalipa. Of late the beautiful city has emerged as the best winter
destination for travellers from Delhi who like historic places. Tourists can book etios &equivalent for outstation @11 Rs/km from Delhi and enjoy a nice
holiday in Gwalior. There are many places to explore here-
Top places to see in
Gwalior
Gwalior fort: In
most of the forts situated in India, the interior parts are closed. But the
best part about Gwalior fort is that these parts are also open for the public. It
is built on a rocky hill called Gopachal and the whole campus has many
beautiful buildings dispersed over a huge area. When you climb the hill from
main entrance gate to the palace, outstanding idols are carved by cutting the
rocks in the hills. Few are as tall as 42 feet.
Man Mandir palace and
Gujari Mahal museum: Gurjari Mahal and Man Mandir are the two main palaces.
Gujari Mahal is now converted to a museum.
Teli ka mandir:
It is the oldest surviving structure within the fort.
Saas-Bahu Temple:
These temples have exquisite carving and give stunning view of the city.
The Scindias Jai
Vilas palace: Jaivilas palace is an outstanding palace and a well
maintained museum. Its remarkable European architecture leaves the tourists mesmerized.
Top things to do in
Gwalior
Attend Gwalior fair:
The fair is one of the most colorful fairs of India. It is basically a trade fair
and famous for cattle trade. It starts in the second week of January and
continues until February.
Tansen Music Festival:
The Tansen Sangeet Samaroh is celebrated every year on the Tansen Tomb in
Gwalior in December.
How to reach Gwalior
Gwalior is well connected via air, rail and road. There are
direct flights from Mumbai and Delhi. Many tourists travel from Agra to
Khajuraho and they add one day stop to Gwalior. Delhi to Gwalior road trip is
also famous.
Book etios or equivalent for outstation @11 Rs/km for Gwalior.
Distance from major
tourist destinations
Delhi - 350 km
Agra - 120 km
Jaipur - 345 km
Khajuraho - 282 km
Some travel tips
- Best time to visit Gwalior
is during winters; November to February, avoid summers as temperature
crosses 40 degree Celsius.
- Keep time for exploring
the Gwalior fort and Jaivilas palace.
- Usha kiran palace and Deo
bagh are magnificent Heritage Hotels for a regal experience.
