Archive for January, 2010

Bada Ganpati

Bada Ganpati Better known for its size than antiquity, this temple houses perhaps the largest Ganesh idol in the world, measuring 25 ft. from crown to foot. Created as a result of a dream to an Avantika ( Ujjain ) resident Shri Dadhich, it was built in 1875. The [...]

Sukh Niwas

Sukh Niwas Sukh Niwas Palace is a historical building in the sense that it was got made by Holkar rulers and in its architectural style, a mix of Indian and Western styles. Long back it was cenverted into a Picnic Resort.

Rajwada

Rajwada The Holkar Palace (Rajwada) is close to the Chhatris, in the main square in the heart of the city. It is a seven storied building (only facade remains) built over two centuries ago. This historic palace of the Holkars is built in a mixture of Maratha, Mughal and French style. The [...]