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Bhopal also known as the 'City of Royals' has a long, important history. Between 1819 and 1926, it was ruled by the generation of Begums for over 100 years, who gave the city its waterworks, railways, a postal system, and a municipality. Between 1819 and 1926, it was ruled by the generation of Begums for over 100 years, who gave the city its waterworks, railways, a postal system, and a municipality. The four Queens, Qudsia Begum (1819-37), Sikander Begum (1844-68), Shah Jahan Begum (1868-1901), and Sultan Jahan Begum (1901-1926) were great reformists and patrons of education, art, culture and public works. They also built several great monuments, which still stand as testimonies to the city's celebrated past. Bhopal is adorned by beautiful lakes and striking landscapes. Towards the north, you'll be welcomed by the old city that encompasses fascinating mosques, serpentine alleys, amazing food corners and buzzing chowks. On the other side of the upper lake is new Bhopal. Modern, with wide roads, shopping complexes, plush hotels and restaurants. Both contrast flanks are well-connected and offer something for every taste!
The town of Sanchi is synonymous with Buddhist Stupas - hemispherical structures typically containing relics of the Buddha or his followers. The Stupas of Sanchi were constructed on the orders of Emperor Ashoka to preserve and spread the Buddhist philosophy. Sanchi has been protecting these beautiful and sacred architectural wonders, just the way these wonders have been safeguarding ancient history and art of the Mauryan period.
Cave paintings dating back to approximately 30,000 years. Rock shelters that were home to humans, millennia ago. And a rich flora and fauna surrounding these, indeed, make Bhimbetka a gift to us from our earliest ancestors. The Bhimbetka Rock Shelter has the oldest-known rock art in India, as well as is one of the largest prehistoric complexes to be seen.
How to reach Bhopal by flight Bhopal has its own Airport, the Raja Bhoj International Airport, where regular flights operate to various cities of the country. The airport is about 15km away from the city.
Nearest Airport: Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO)
Bhopal is easily accessible through an excellent system of roadways and highways. NH12 and NH 86 run through Bhopal.
Bhopal Junction falls under the west-central zone of India railways. The city is well connected to all major railway stations in the country.
The local auto-rickshaws, buses and cab services facilitate travelling locally in Bhopal
| Month | High/Low (°C) | Rain |
|---|---|---|
| January | 23°/ 10° | 5 days |
| February | 28°/ 12° | 0 days |
| March | 32°/ 17° | 2 days |
| April | 37°/ 22° | 3 days |
| May | 40°/ 27° | 0 days |
| June | 38°/ 27° | 12 days |
| July | 30°/ 23° | 21 days |
| August | 27°/ 22° | 28 days |
| September | 27°/ 22° | 30 days |
| October | 28°/ 20° | 9 days |
| November | 29°/ 18° | 1 days |
| December | 25°/ 12° | 2 days |
The best time to visit Bhopal is during the winter months of October to March. The weather is an ideal one for exploring the experiencing the rich flavours of the grand city. July-September is the second best time to visit the city.