Omkareshwar

The Om-shaped island is a mini Varanasi, 78km from Indore. One of the major pilgriamge centers in central India, attracts droves of sadhus. Omkareshwar is famous for Shri Omkar Mandhata temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is built at the confluence of the rivers Narmada and Kaveri, the pilgrims from different parts of India come here and kneel before the jyotirlainga(one of the twelve throughout India). The island is also very beautiful place to travel, comprises of two lofty hills and divided by a valley so that it looks like Om, the holiest of all Hindu symbols. The mighty Narmada river flows in midst of hills of the Vindhya in the north and the Satpura on the south. The island is small around 8km and one can travel round the island or up the 370 steps to the ruined Gaudi Somnath Temple where at the confluence of the holy Narmada and Kaveri rivers, several sadhus take a holy dip.

Maheshwar

Maheshwar is a temple town has ancient history. The place is also mentioned in Indian epics, Mahabharata and Ramayana. It has long held spiritual significance and draws number of sadhus and pilgrims. The temple lies on the northern bank of the Narmada river and just 3 hour drive from Indore. Maheshwar is famous for number of temples dedicating different embodiments of Lord Shiva. other than temple, the place has other attractions like Rajgaddi(royal throne) of Maharani Ahilya Bai Holkar, Maheshwar Fort and Sahastradhara. Shopping enthusiasts are also get their interest in different shops dotted in the town, sells traditional handicrafts, traditional saris of cotton and silk. The best way is to go to Rehwa Society where one can see the weavers at work and buy directly from them shawls, saris, scarves and fabrics made using cotton, silk and wool.

Bagh Caves

The caves are must visit in Indore, located about 153km from Indore city. These Buddhist caves are dating back from 5th centuries AD are excellent example of Indian rock cut architecture. Originally there were nine caves but now there are only five survives the act of time. The caves houses some rare murals and frescos of ancient India. These caves are now a major tourist attraction of western Madhya Pradesh.

Patal Pani

Patal Pani a stunning unexplored landscape, situated at a distance of 36km from Indore city. The place is perfect for any picnic expedition and the waterfalls around it. This 150 ft waterfalls has embellished the place, the water showers from a steep height and plumps into a kund. According to legend the depth of the kund goes down to reach ' patal' (nether world). The place is named after this.

Mandu

Once the fort capital of the Parmara rulers of Malwa but at the end of the 13th century, it was under the rule of Sultan of Malwa and changed its name to Shadiabad -the city of joy. The place is located 99km from Indore, nicely placed at a hill top along the Vindhyan ranges at a height of 2000 ft. It was under Mughal rule when Mandu gained its best form. The beautiful lakes and extravagant palaces testify the glorious days of Mandu. Mandu has many tourist attractions such as tomb of Hoshang Sha, Jama Masjid, Ashrafi mahal, Jahaz Mahal, Roopmati's Pavilion, Baz Bahadur's Palace and Hindola Mahal.