Gwalior

Gwalior is a city which is steeped in history and culture. Founded by King Suraj Sen, the city, which gets its name from the sage Gwalipa, was once a small town which has expanded and developed to become a major tourist destination, and an important educational centre.

Though Bhopal is the capital of Madhya Pradesh, Gwalior is regards the cultural and historical capital of the state besides being the administrative capital of Gwalior district. Jhansi city is closest to Gwalior (100 km).

In Gwalior, taxis, buses and autos are available easily. There are a number of moderately priced hotels in the town.
 

Gwalior Attractions

	Gwalior Fort The Fort is situated in the eastern part of the city of Gwalior. This whole Fort is divided into two main parts, the Gujari Mahal and the Man Mandir. These two parts are further divided into sub parts.
	Jai Vilas Palace A contribution of Maharaja Jayaji Rao Scindia. It stands as an example of the luxury and modern thinking of the king even in the 19th century who went beyond the traditional designs and made the whole palace in European styles of architecture.
	Sas Bahu Temple The Sas Bahu Temple or Sahastra Bahu Temple is situated in the east of Gwalior City and was built by King Mahipala of Kachhapaghata in the 11th century.
	Sun Temple The Sun Temple or Surya Mandir is one of the most important attractions of the city of Gwalior. This place is visited by numerous tourists every year.
	Gurudwara Data Bandi Chhod Situated in the city of Gwalior on the hilltop where the Gwalior Fort is located. After the news of martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji, Baba Budha Ji declared Guru Har Gobind Singh Ji as the 6th Guru.
	Gujari Mahal Archeological Museum The museum was a gift of love from Maharaja Man Singh Tomar to his 9th consort, Mrignayani after he won her hand for marriage. The palace is within the Gwalior Fort premises but away from the main palace.
	Ghaus Tomb and Samadhi of Tansen Muhammad Ghaus Gwaliyari was a 16th century Sufi saint and is known for his mesmerizing compositions such as the Jawahir-i-Khamsa and the Bahr-al-Hayat.
	Gopachal Parvat Is situated just around the part of the Gwalior Fort and is the abode of a fantastic collection of statues of Jain Digambara tirthankaras.
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