Chanderi is a small historical town in Madhya Pradesh. It is gradually making a very important place for itself in the Indian tourism map. There are several Tourist Attractions in Chanderi that are all well worth a visit and attract a large number of tourists each year.
In the 11th century, Chanderi was a strategically important place. It was an important military outpost and also lay in the main trade route. Legend has it that at one point of time Chanderi was so thickly forested that Babur, the Mughal Emperor could trace the fort after searching the depths of the jungle for six months.
An annual fair is held each year in honor of Jaageshwari Devi and this is one of the major Tourist Attractions in Chanderi.
The place is well known for the beautiful Chanderi saris that come in light colors and beautiful golden borders. Make sure that you pick up one when you visit the place.
Of the major Tourist Attractions in Chanderi , the ones which are particularly mentions worthy are
Chanderi Fort
This fort is regarded as the most important Tourist Attraction of Chanderi . It dates back to the Mughal Period and stands tall on top of a hill.
Koshak Mahal
This Mahal was built by Mahmud Khilji of Malwa in 1445 A.D. The palace is divided into four equal parts and is reflective of very good architectural skills.
Parameshwar Tal
This is a tank built by the Bundela Rajput kings. On the bank of this beautiful tank there is a temple and the cenotaphs of three Rajput kings.
Buddhi (Old) Chanderi
The old Chanderi city is referred to as Buddhi. This place is visited by a large number of Jains each year because of the presence of a large number of Jain temples belonging to the 9th and 10th century.
So pack your bags and get ready to visit all the Tourist attractions of Chanderi and you are sure to be impressed by all these historical monuments.
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