Khandwa – Historical City of Madhya Pradesh

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<h1>Khandwa – Historical City of Madhya Pradesh</h1><strong> Author: <a href='http://www.articleseen.com/profile_wejai.aspx'>wejai</a></strong><br /><p>Khandwa District is situated South West of the state of Madhya Pradesh The District is in Indore Division of Madhya Pradesh. The District is bounded on the east by the Betul and Hoshangabad District of Hoshangabad division, and Burhanpur District of Indore Division on south, on the west by West Nimar District of Indore division,and on the north by Dewas District of the Indore Division. The Town Khandwa has the proud to be the Head Quarter of District East Nimar. Due to its location on the map of India, it has been enjoying visits of great Indians. In the past (age of British Government), this was a place alone connecting northern, eastern, southern and western rail routes.Delhi(North) and Bombay(South) (now Mumbai) and Baroda (West) was directly connected whereas Calcutta was accessible through Bhusawal Junction. The western part of old Prant Nimar originally held by the Holkar, became a part of Madhya Bharat, when that state was formed in the year 1948. As on the reorganization of States, Madhya Bharat region was merged in Madhya Pradesh, the western part of old Prant Nimar eventually became a part if Madhya Pradesh.Khandwa is famous for its local crops of cotton, wheat , soyabean and a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Its wheat variety is famous nationwide for its aroma, colour and quality. Places to see : Omkareshwar Mandhata: Omkareshwar Mandhata is located on the bank of Narmada River. Mamaleshwar, One among the 12 Jyotirlingas of Hindu sect and Siddhawar Kut of Jain sect are located at this place. Millions of the pilgrims of both sects & foreigners visit the place every year. Nagchun Dam, Khandwa: This is a nearest picnic spot of the city. From this dam also the water is being supplied to the city. Dense plantation around the place makes it beautiful. Nagchun Dam is 7 Kms from the Station sites, Northern to the city near Nagchun village. Ghantaghar (Clock Tower) :The place has been the district Head quarter since 1864. The place has four historic kunds in its four direction namely Suraj kunda, Padma kund, Bhima kunda, Rameshwar kund. The place is located at Bombay-Delhi central line and north of Burhanpur. Dada Dhuni Wale Darbar Khandwa : This is a centre of faith and worship. The Samadhi Places of great Avadhoot Hindu saints Swami Keshwanandaji Maharaj and Swami Hariharanandji Maharaj, respectfully called as "Bare Dadaji" and "Chhote Dadaji" respectively. The place is about 61 KMs from the District H.Q. Khandwa, and can be approached from two stations Khandwa & Bir of Central Railway line of Bombay- Delhi, and is well connected by roadways. How to reach : Air : khandwa is connected by Indian Airlines to Delhi, Indore, Bhopal and Bombay. Rail : Omkareshwar (Madhya Pradesh) to Khandwa (Madhya Pradesh) is 59 km and takes approx 1 hr, 44 mins by train.</p><strong>About the Author:</strong><br />Via.com offers <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.via.com" title="Cheap Air Tickets">cheap air tickets</a>, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.via.com" title="Cheap Air Fares">Cheap Air Fares</a>, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.via.com/bus-tickets" title="Online Bus Booking">Online bus booking</a>, railway reservation; through IRCTC.<p> Article Source: <a href='http://www.articleseen.com/Article_Khandwa-–-Historical-City-of-Madhya-Pradesh_73012.aspx'> http://www.articleseen.com/Article_Khandwa – Historical City of Madhya Pradesh_73012.aspx</a></p>

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