The purpose of this article is to promote Madhya Pradesh as a tourist

destination to the people of USA tourists .

Introduction of Madhya Pradesh: Madhya Pradesh occupies perhaps the oldest part
of the subcontinent - called the Gondwana - the home of the Gonds. Close to Bhopal at
Bhimbetka are the prehistoric caves that preserve some fascinating paintings dating back to
paleolithic times. This was perhaps one of the earliest dwellings of human beings. In fact, the
excavations here have revealed a cultural sequence right from the late Stone Age to the early
historical period. Madhya Pradesh is the richest state in the country in respect of painted rock-
shelters. Madhya Pradesh is called the "Heart of India" because of its location in the centre of the
country. It has been home to the cultural heritage
ofHinduism, Islam, Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism. Innumerable monuments, exquisitely carved
temples, stupas, forts and palaces are dotted all over the State.The temples of Khajuraho are
world-famous for their erotic sculptures, and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Speciality of Madhya Pradesh as tourist destination.

• Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. is an ISO 9001-
2000 Certified Company.

• World's First Broad Gauge Rail Coach Restaurant .

• Madhya Pradesh is also known as Tiger State because of the tiger population. Spectacular
mountain ranges, meandering rivers and miles and miles of dense forests offering a
unique and exciting panorama of wildlife in sylvan surroundings.
 • Perfectly preserved medieval cities, refreshing and enchanting wildlife sanctuaries and
some of the holiest and most revered pilgrim centres offer to the tourist the most fulfilling
experience.
• Apart from all these Madhya Pradesh is Full of Wild Life Santuaries like Bandhavgarh
National Park,Kanha National Park, Panna National Park etc and also Hill station like
Pachmarhi.

Therefore we can say that Madhya Pradesh is the state where you can have all the variety of
tourism from adventure to peace. Moreover people of Madhya Pradesh are very helpful and they
are tourist friendly.

Branding: Madhya Pradesh is already Branded as Heart of India. In future if change is require I
will brand it as Natural Heritage of India.