Traveling in Madhya Pradesh

Translating to "central region," Madhya Pradesh is a state centrally located within the plains of India. While it is not a major tourist hub, the region has plenty to showcase in regards to the history, art, religion, and culture of central India.
Regions
The state of Madhya Pradesh has five major cities - Indore, Bhopal the capital, Gwalior, Jabalpur, and Ujjain - and is further segmented into a number of districts and divisions. Beyond the cities, towns, and villages, much of the state is agricultural with wheat, corn, peas, grain, cotton, and soybeans serving as some of the most important crops. Indore is the commercial capital of Madhya Pradesh, situated on the Malwa plateau along the banks of the Saraswati and the Khan rivulets. Remnants of its ancient past mesh with a thriving modern culture, making the city one of the more popular places to visit within the state. Bhopal, the capital city of Madhya Pradesh, also offers a good mix of the old and the new. As the heart of the old kingdom, the city is rich with heritage and history with unique Mughal architecture and winding lanes amidst old city markets. Each of the state's cities has something unique to offer in art and culture from both a rich past and prosperous present. The more general regions of the state include the Bhopal-Narmadapuram Division, Northern Madhya Pradesh, Western Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur-Sagar Division, and Eastern Madhya Pradesh.