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Picnic Places Around Bhopal

Are you bored with your daily routine? Take out your family on picnic to beautiful destination near Bhopal. Counted amongst the most popular tourist destinations, Bhopal has lot to offer from unending scenic beauty to sparkling lakes and from sprawling city to glorious monuments. 

There is no dearth of famous picnic spot near Bhopal. You can plan your trip to Kerwa dam or Van Vihar National Park or Upper lakes or to any famous places near Bhopal . Pack your bags and explore the famous picnic spots near Bhopal.

Picnic Places near Bhopal

The capital city of Madhya Pradesh is well connected by Air, Rail and Road and is very accessible from any part of India. An ancient city which is enriched with culture and heritage is also blessed with greenery and beautiful side scenes. 

Bhopal is enclosed by hills and presence of lakes and monuments make this city a rare fusion of nature and history. There are several places that can be selected for a picnic with your family in and around Bhopal. All you have to do is to take initiative to travel to this beautiful city; Bhopal will take care of the rest.

Picnic Spots near Bhopal

Van Vihar Safari Park

If you are looking to get a catch of wildlife then Van Vihar National Park in Bhopal is a perfect place for you. Spread across 4.45 km² it is home to some of the most ferocious carnivore species including lion, tiger, panther, gharial, crocodiles and more. While most of them are kept in captivity, herbivores like deer and antelopes are allowed to roam freely. Today it is one of the most visited place in Bhopal that witnesses influx of tourists through out the year.

Upper Lake

The ancient and splendid man made lake of the 11th century Upper Lake is also known as 'Bada Talab'. Known for its exquisite beauty and aloofness it is considered as one of the finest picnic spot in Bhopal. Here you can experience boating in various types of boats. The Upper Lake formed by a huge dam built across the Kolans River also serves as reliable resource of potable water for the people of the city. The lake remains a foremost center of water activities, such as sailing, paddle boating and motor boat riding.

Stupa of Sanchi

A famous picnic spot near Bhopal is Great Sanchi Stupa constructed more than 2,000 years ago. A world heritage site it stood only 46 km away from Bhopal and is a glaring example of ancient Indian architecture. Build by Mauryan Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC it symbolizes the height Buddhism attained during that time in India. A revered place it is visited by all sects and has a special place in Buddhism. The famous Buddhist monuments has been listed in World Heritage Site chosen by UNESCO.

Bhojpur Temple

This temple is a famous religious place for the Hindus. The largest Shiva Lingam of India is worshiped in the temple of Bhojpur. This temple work that started in 11th was never completed even after centuries. The 18 feet tall Shiva lingam is the main attraction of the tourist and it has been crafted out of a single rock.

Bhojpur also has an incomplete Jain temple that attracts devotees from far and wide . Apart from the religious importance, this place is famous picnic spot. The dam made by Raja Bhoj is very famous amongst all those looking to enjoy water sports in Bhopal.

Pachmarhi

Popular Picnic destination in Bhopal

Plan your trip to Pacmarhi a hill station situated at 1100 ft. on Satpura hills. The famous place also known as the 'Queen of Stapura' is an abode of peace. Here you can plan a picnic as the the place gives its tourist utmost pleasure . The location is bubbling with natural beauty and contains charisma of nature. 

The mountains and green forest take away all your pain and mental fatigue. A stay in this place is surely going to give the peace of mind. The beautiful natural landscapes, charisma of waterfalls give your trip a new dimension to your visit. The place stands at 200 km from Bhopal.

How to Reach Pachmarhi
Pachmarhi is about 200 km from Bhopal. Direct buses are available from Bhopal and it takes around 5-6 hours to reach this beautiful tourist destination near Bhopal.

Udaigiri

Udaigirhi with unique combination of natural beauty and enriching heritage makes it a must visit place in Madhya Pradesh. Udaygiri at Vidisha is famous for its caves built in the era of Great Emperor Chandragupta II of Gupta dynasty. Most of the caves are dedicated for Hindu and Buddhist religion. The place is blessed by history and nature and one of the must visit place of Madhya Pradesh. The cave amidst lush green forest is one of the most famous picnic spot near Bhopal. Enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of the region and also mouth watering forest fruits.

How to Reach from Bhopal ?
This place is also well connected to Bhopal and is situated at around 60 km from the capital city. A journey of couple of hours can take you to the ancient land of the Gupta Dynasty.

Kerwa Dam

At 15 km from Bhopal the Kerwa dam has its own appeal. The lashing vast green surrounded by the high mountains gives you a breath taking view and experience. It serves as perfect picnic spot in Bhopal and is unique eco-tourism site. With various species of flora and fauna the dam maintains a natural wilderness and beauty. 

Visit Kerwa Dam in Bhopal to witness the natural beauty in the region. The cool breeze and the essence of the water rives refreshing feel from day long journey. It is a hot spot for adventure tourism. Enjoy adventurous sports like tracking, diving, and lots more in the natural surroundings. Today this park is attracting tourist from across Madhya Pradesh and India. Get the view of the forest area, and the marshy lands. Spot monkey, beautiful birds and more in the forest area of the dam.

How to Reach Kerwa Dam
Distance from Bhopal to Kerwa Dam is roughly 17 km. You can hire a taxi cab to reach this beautiful destination. Time taken by road is1 hr.

Other Picnic Spots in Bhopal

  • Picnic Spots Near Bhopal
  • Bhimbetka Rock Shelter
  • Vidisha
  • Sanchi Stupa
  • Islamnagar Fort
  • Udayagiri Caves
  • Raisen Fort
  • Bhojpur Temple
  • Madhai
  • Van Vihar National Park
  • Bhadbhada Dam
  • Halali Dam
  • Kolar Dam
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  • Charbagh Gardens
  • Sair Sapata
  • Cresent Water Park

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