Jabalpur is one of the prominent cities of Madhya Pradesh, a state in India. It is also the administrative and educational center which has it recognition in the whole country. The name Jabalpur originates from the Arabic word, “Jabal” which means mountain, signaling a trade link with the Arab countries.

There are many wildlife sanctuaries which are in the proximity of the city and which attract a large crowd from all parts of the globe. The city is also called the city of lakes due to the presence of a large number of water bodies. The local residents very proudly say “Taalon mein Taal, Jabalpur ke Taal.” Taal in Hindi means lake and they are very proud of the fact that they have 52 lakes in their city. The River Narmada flows through the city and gives it a more alluring look.

The city has an unmatched natural beauty and is surrounded by rocky hills of Granite and sand- stone. The city is located on the main line of the Indian Railways and hence is well-connected with all the major cities around the country.

There are many places worth visiting in the city which give a clear idea about the history and the contemporary culture in the city. Most of these places have historical significance and showcase the architecture of the era long gone.

Main Attractions in Jabalpur:
Madan Mahal Fort was built by the Gond ruler, Raja Madan Shah, in 1116. It is located on top of a hill and provides a panoramic view of the town and the adjoining countryside. It rises to an approximate height of 500 meters above the ground and was once the Pleasure Palace of Raja Madan Shah, the son of Rani Durgavati.

But Queen Durgavati had used it as a Watch tower and the architecturally designed rooms in front of the main structure were probably used to house the military troops of the rulers who lived here.

Balancing Rocks is one of nature’s wonders and is located in the vicinity of the Madan Mahal Fort. It has one rock balancing on the other with just a human finger’s space between the two. This monolith even survived a major earthquake in the city and did not even budge from its place.

Rani Durgavati Palace & Museum is dedicated to the brave-hearted queen of Jabalpur who gave a strong fight to the Mughals during the reign of Akbar. She gave up her life in trying to save her city from being captured. The museum displays a collection of inscriptions, relics and other items.

Marble Rocks are one of the most beautiful gifts of nature to mankind. The pristine white rocks are located in the gorge and rise up to a height of 100 feet on both sides of the softly flowing River Narmada. The sun shining and the following reflection is one of the most dazzling sights in the world. They are located in a village called Bhedaghat which is 21 kilometers west of the city of Jabalpur. The most convenient way of enjoying this sight is to go boat riding between them in the river when the water is a bit less.

Dhuandhar, literally means “Cascade of Fog” in Hindi. It is a picturesque foggy waterfall near Bhedaghat. It is also one of the most beautiful and scenic spots in the area. The water of the River Narmada falls down at a great depth and the roar of the water can be heard for miles around the waterfall. During the rainy season it is in full spate and is dangerous to approach. The best season to visit the spot is in the summers and winters.

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