GwaliorGwalior, eminent in the pages ofhistory is the birthplace of thegreat musician, Tansen, possessesa rich heritage of the erstwhileRajputs, followed by the Britishrulers. The city also received itshistorical superiority from thepowerful Scindia clan

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Gwalior is bestowed with a rich historicalpast. The city has maintained its charmthrough the passage of time, with its regalarchitecture and surrounding majestic hills.It is famous for its magnificentpalaces, old temples and the impressivefort. The famous medieval hilltop fortwas said to be ‘the pearl amongst fortressesin India’ by the great Mughal emperorBabur. Overflowing with culture andtradition, Gwalior is a much sought-afterdestination in Central India. Amongthe five princely states ofIndia,Gwalior was the one of them to enjoy a21 gun salute during the British rule.In the 14th century Ibn Batuta spoke ofGwalior as a “fine town of white stone” andWarren Hastings in 1780 called it the “key toIndostan”, but today, there isn’t much to dohere once you’ve seen the impressive fortand other sights other than wander aroundthe by lanes to absorb the flavour of the city.The Old City makes for an interesting stroll.History buffs may enjoy Gwalior for a

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slightly off-beat two-day break.

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What To

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1 Kala Vithika

Padav, Gwalior Head Office, Gwalior,Madhya Pradesh 474001, India

Kala Vithika, as the name suggests is amuseum of art and music particularly.It houses ancient musical instruments ofgreat Indian maestros. There are also manypaintings and portraits displaying the richculture and heritage of the state. 

Recently the house of the late legendaryUstad Hafiz Ali Khan has been transformedinto 'Sarod Ghar', under the guidance of thesarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan. Themuseum is designed in accordance to theancient Gwalior architecture by the UstadHafiz Ali Khan memorial trust.

2 Gurudwara Data Bandi Chhod

Gwalior Fort, Gwalior, MadhyaPradesh 474008, India

Gurudwara Data Bandi Chhod in Gwalior isa memorial of the great Sikh saint andproponent Guru Hargobind Singh. Legendshas it that Guru Har Gobind Singh wasimprisoned by King Jahangir here inthe premises of thisGurudwara for a period of 2 years. Laterwhen he was released, he demanded thedischarge of other 52 Hindu kings, alongwith him. To this, the Mughal King instructedthat whoever holds the robe of the Gurushall be freed along with him. Thus the title'Data Bandi Chhod' was given to GuruHargobind Singh. This attempt of greatnessis till now been applauded by people,regardless of all religions. 

Constructed insidethe premises of the GwaliorFort in the year 1970, Gurudwara DataBandi Chhod is one of the most prominentSikh shrines in India. The exterior of theshrine is adorned with white marble andstained glass. The structure of theGurudwara spreads oversix acres and it houses theScindia School, a huge dining hall (Guru kaLangar) and staff accommodations.  

3 Dev Kho

Dev Kho Road, 16 km from Gwalior,Madhya Pradesh 475330, India

Dev Kho is situated about 16 km away fromGwalior and is a lovely retreat for nature-lovers. A multitude of species of birds andanimals can be spotted here. Dev Kho alsoboasts of a beautiful temple perched on ahilltop which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Itcan be considered to be an ideal getawayfrom the Gwalior City as well as perfect forthose visiting the city for the first time.

 

4 Suraj Kund

In the Gwalior Fort, Gwalior, MadhyaPradesh 474001, India

Constructed in the 15th century, Suraj Kundis one of the oldest attractions of the region.The surroundings are peaceful and it is agood place to spend some quality time.According to legend, the waters of this tankhas medicinal values. The historicalsignificance and the beauty of this placeattracts a large number of tourists all year-round. 

5 Gwalior Fort

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Gwalior Fort, Gwalior, MadhyaPradesh 474001, India

TheGwalior Fort is an iconic landmark ofGwalior City, built in the 8th century. Thefort comprises of two main palaces, namely,Man Mandir and Gurjari Mahal. The fort wasthe ruling base for many kingdoms overseveral centuries and at present has beenconverted into an archaeological museum.

The fort is built on an outcrop of theVindhyachal Range. It is made up of theochre-coloured sandstone commonly foundin Gwalior's topography. The main entranceto the fort, theHathi Pul, is particularly magnificent. Thereare 11 temples dedicated to GautamaBuddha and thetirthankars of the Jain religion. Otherimportant things to see in the fort are theVikram Mahal, Karn Mahal, Saas-BahuTemple, Garuda Monument and the Teli kaMandir.

Where To

Eat5 Places

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1 Kwality Restaurant

Captain Upmanyu Singh Marg,Behind S.P. Office, City Centre,Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474009,India

+91-751-2410456

Located at the heart of the city, KwalityRestaurant is one of the popular restaurantsin Gwalior. While the non-vegetarians mayrelish in the chicken and lamb curries,vegetarians may delight in the deliciouspaneer dishes prepared with greatcare.  Chicken bhurta (curry with roastedeggplant) and Butter Paneer Masala arefamous specialities here, and cooked inquick time. Also try the onion pizza, which issimply delicious. 

2 Silver Saloon

Usha Kiran Palace, Jayendraganj,Lashkar, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh474009, India

+91-751-2444000

Silver Saloon in Gwalior is a part of UshaKiran Palace, a hotel by the Taj Group. Thefood here is a mixed bag of Indian,Continental, Nepali and Thai cuisines, tomention a few, and the taste is simplyawesome. The live classical music beingplayed alongside, as you enjoy your mealshere, is almost heavenly.  There is also the Bada Bar next door, incase you are looking for some refreshingdrinks.

3 Prince Mama Dhaba

Prince Mama Dhaba, M B Road ,BelaKI Bawali,Vill Neev Chandova,Gwalior 474001, Madhya Pradesh,India

Prince Mama Dhaba is a famous eating joint

located on M.B. Road, in Gwalior thatspecialises in multiple cuisines. The servicesare prompt and the food delicious. Try theplace if you are looking for wholesome foodat reasonable rates.

4 Swad Restaurant

47, Manik Vilas Colony, Gwalior,Madhya Pradesh 474003, India

+91-751-5011271

Along with its delectable dishes, Swad Restaurant in Gwalior offers a perfectambience to its customers who can relaxand savour the food as the polite andprompt staff ensures that you enjoy everymoment here.  Vegetarian dishes such as Malai Kofta andGulab Jamuns are especially in demandamong customers here. Also in vogue are

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Chinese and Continental dishes.

5 Zayka Restaurant

Bank of India, Phool Bagh, Near HpPetrol Pump, Gwalior, MadhyaPradesh 474002, India

+91-751-2434785

Zayka Restaurant in Gwalior is a hotspot forthe young crowd among both the locals aswell as tourists. The innovative andhappening decor of the place, especially itscolourfully painted walls, draw immenseappreciation from the crowds apart fromobviously enlivening the atmosphere.  Besides the regular western dishes likeburgers, pizzas and noodles, the cafeteria’sstuffed capsicum dish is much sought-after.

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Quick

LOCATEhttp://www.ixigo.com/hotels-in-gwalior-lp-1199854

SeeA: Kala VithikaB: Gurudwara Data Bandi ChhodC: Dev KhoD: Suraj KundE: Gwalior Fort

AccommodationF: Nestin Service ApartmentsG: Hotel RamayaH: Ambience GwaliorI: Nestin Service ApartmentsJ: Hotel RamayaK: Ambience GwaliorL: Nestin Service ApartmentsM: Hotel RamayaN: Ambience Gwalior

FoodO: Kwality RestaurantP: Silver SaloonQ: Prince Mama DhabaR: Swad RestaurantS: Zayka Restaurant