Sanchi Stupa is a Buddhist complex which is one of the oldest stone structures in India, originally commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE.

Established in 1865 along the Tewa river, Bori Wildlife Sanctuary spreads over an area of the 518-kilometre square. Together with Pachmarhi Sanctuary, it makes the Pachmarhi Biosphere reserve.

Islamnagar Fort lies in ruins today yet it casts a charm of its grandeur on every visitor. Constructed during the reign of Afghan commander Dost Mohammad Khan in 1715, Islamnagar fort is an imposing structure which speaks of its glorious past and the time to time invasions. It is one of the offbeat tourist places near Bhopal that has a very intriguing past which makes the best stories today.

Set up between 1010 BC and 1055 BC by the famous Raja Bhoj, Bhojeshwar temple is an unfinished building. Had it been a complete construction, it would have been one of the largest temples of Lord Shiva. The Shiva Lingam inside the temple is 18-feet tall and is made of single stone.

Raisen city is settled at the foot of the humongous Raisen Fort which is made of sandstone and is perched atop a hill. The name is assumed as the mere alteration of  Rajavasini or Rajasayan, the royal residence. The UNESCO world heritage site Sanchi is situated in the Raisen district along with many other significant monuments.

Established in the year 1989, Ralamandal Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the oldest wildlife parks in Madhya Pradesh, located close to Indore. You can traverse around the park on a private vehicle or a rented car.

Bhimbetka Rock Shelter is a popular archaeological site which intrigues visitors with the evidential painting and artwork belonging to the Paleolithic and Mesolithic periods. One of the most fascinating places to visit near Bhopal commands your attention as a testament to human and cultural evolution.

Sprawling across an area of  524 square km. Satpura National Park is a perfect place to explore the unique central Indian highland ecosystem. Together with Bori and Pachmarhi wildlife sanctuary, the entire biosphere covers an area of 2,200 square km. of Madhya Pradesh.

Vidisha is a city in the heart of India which is tucked away somewhere between the Betwa and Bes rivers, around 9 kilometres from Sanchi. As mentioned in the Pali scripture, Vidisha was a significant trade center between the 5th and 6th centuries BCE.

Ujjain is a city of temples where the centuries-old Mahakaleshwar Mandir attracts hordes of devotees from all over the country besides the Ganesh and Harsiddhi Temples.

Another name for  Bajrangarh Fort is Jharokon which is famous for its ancient Hanuman Temple. The construction of the fort dates back to the year 1775. The fort is believed to have been built by the Maratha rulers.