Located in Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, Bhartipur is a serene rural destination where history, spirituality, and natural beauty come together. Situated near the ancient Sonari Stupa Group and close to the world-famous Sanchi Stupa, the village offers a perfect gateway to explore India’s rich Buddhist heritage. Surrounded by forests, hills, and waterfalls, it provides a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and spiritual seekers. Just 6 km from the Tropic of Cancer marker, Bhartipur also offers a unique geographic attraction.
Railway Station: Salamatpur Railway Station (8 Km)
Airport: Raja Bhoj Airport, Bhopal (47 Km)
Road Connectivity: Salamatpur Bus Stand (8 Km)
MP Tourism refers to the tourism sector of Madhya Pradesh (MP) — a state in central India known as the “Heart of Incredible India”. It includes government efforts and organizations that promote tourism attractions, manage tourist services, develop infrastructure, and highlight cultural, historical, natural, wildlife and spiritual destinations across the state.
Founders Ankit Rastogi and Pradeep Vijayan envisioned a place where travel doesn’t just visit nature but supports it, where communities aren’t sidelined but integrated, and where every visitor contributes something to the land and to the people. This led to them building a place that was designed not as another wildlife lodge, but as a space where nature, community, and conscious living coexist. At Khokharaa, the forest is not a backdrop, it is a responsibility. The village is not a workforce, it is a partner. And the traveler is not just a guest but the most important participant in a larger ecosystem for its sustainability and betterment.
The Homestay scheme of MP Tourism is introduced under the Responsible Tourism initiative by the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board. The main idea is to promote rural tourism by allowing local families to offer accommodation to tourists in their homes. This scheme helps visitors experience the culture, traditions, and local lifestyle of Madhya Pradesh. It also supports employment and income generation for village communities, especially women and youth. MP Tourism provides training, registration support, and promotion to homestay owners. Overall, the scheme encourages sustainable tourism and boosts the rural economy.
The Eco-Friendly and Cultural Tourism Initiative focuses on promoting sustainable travel while preserving the rich heritage of Madhya Pradesh. It encourages tourists to explore local traditions, tribal culture, historical monuments, and natural landscapes in a responsible way. The initiative supports eco-friendly practices such as reducing environmental impact and promoting green tourism destinations. It also helps rural communities by involving them in tourism activities like homestays, handicrafts, and cultural programs. Overall, this initiative aims to protect nature, celebrate culture, and ensure tourism benefits both visitors and local people.
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The Sonari Stupa Group is an important ancient Buddhist monastic complex located on a hill about 10 km southwest of Sanchi Stupa, near Salamatpur Railway Station in Madhya Pradesh. Dating back to around 125–100 BCE, the site consists of several stupas that once preserved sacred relics of revered Buddhist monks.
Perched gracefully on a hilltop in Sanchi Town, Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, the Sanchi Stupa stands as one of India’s most magnificent and ancient Buddhist monuments. Located about 46 km from Bhopal, this historic complex is renowned for its Great Stupa, a masterpiece of early Indian stone architecture. Commissioned in the 3rd century BCE by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka, the Great Stupa was originally a simple hemispherical brick structure built to preserve the sacred relics of Lord Buddha
The Udayagiri Caves, located near Vidisha, are a remarkable group of 20 ancient rock-cut caves dating from the 3rd to 5th century CE. These caves are among the oldest surviving Hindu temple sites in India and are closely associated with the powerful Gupta Empire. Dedicated mainly to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva, the caves are famous for their magnificent Varaha relief sculpture, depicting Vishnu in his boar incarnation rescuing the Earth (Bhudevi).
Near Vidisha, visitors can experience a peaceful blend of spirituality and nature at the sacred Bodhi Vriksha, a serene place ideal for reflection and meditation. The scenic Choti Pachmarhi offers beautiful views, greenery, and a refreshing escape into nature. Adding a unique geographic charm, the nearby Tropic of Cancer marker allows visitors to stand on an important global latitude line.
Raisen Fort is a magnificent 11th-century hill fort located in Raisen town, Madhya Pradesh. Once a stronghold of Hindu rulers and later occupied by Afghan and Mughal dynasties, the fort offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Inside its massive walls are ancient palaces, water reservoirs, temples, and the revered dargah of Hazrat Peer Fatehullah Shah Baba, symbolizing communal harmony.
The Heliodorus Pillar, erected around 113 BCE in Besnagar near Vidisha, is an important ancient monument reflecting early cultural exchange between India and the Indo-Greeks. Built by Heliodorus, an ambassador of the Indo-Greek king Antialcidas, the pillar is dedicated to Vāsudeva (Krishna) and bears an inscription in Brahmi script. Symbolizing the connection between earth, space, and heaven, it stands as one of the earliest known records of Vaishnavism in India and a remarkable example of historical harmony and devotion.
Poha Jalebi is another famous combination in Bhopal. It is also known as the staple food of Bhopal. Poha is prepared with spices and veggies, whereas Jalebi is deep-fried first and then soaked in sugar syrup. The sweet, spicy combination is then served together. The hot steamed poha served with sweet jalebis would melt your heart.
Mawa Baati is prepared by filling a flour dough with dry fruits(mawa) and then deep-fried. It is then soaked in sugar syrup, garnished again with chopped dry fruits and cardamom and served with more syrup. You might confuse it with Gulab Jamun, but it is much bigger than that.
Shahi Tukda is another lip-smacking dessert that is served best in Bhopal. The bread pieces are cut into rectangular shapes and then deep-fried and soaked in sugar syrup. It is then garnished with custard, dry fruits and nuts.
The deserts of Bhopal are no less than the other main course dishes. Barfi ras malai is just a perfect dessert for you after dinner. Barfi Rasmalai is something that you’ll get only in Bhopal. The chilled crushed ice is covered with falooda, dry fruits, sugar syrup and rose syrup. This mouthwatering dessert will leave your tastebuds stunned.
Paan has been quite famous in the Indian food culture for ages. Moreover, the Bhopali Paan is famous all around the country. It is often eaten as a mouth freshener. Bhopali Paan is made with betel leaves filled with supari, kattha, chuna and gulkand.
Dal Bafla is a delicious traditional dish of Bhopal. The bafla is a small ball-like dough of wheat flour or maida fried in ghee. It is den served with tasty hot dal (lentils). Dal Bafla is similar to the famous Rajasthani dish dal-baati churma.
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