Indore is a prominent city of the state of Madhya Pradesh. Indore, the city of the Holkars, was built by a Queen of Holkar dynasty Ahilya Bai. The city is situated in the Narmada River valley in the western part of the state of Madhya Pradesh. Besides being home to many historical monuments and temples, it is also an important Indian center of trade and textile industry. Today, Indore is emerging as an important industrial city of India. Indore is also lovingly called 'Mini Mumbai'.

Places to see:

• Rajwada: Also known as the Old Palace, it is located in the old Indore. This 200-year-old palace belonged to the Holkar dynasty. It is the blend of Mughal, French and Maratha architecture.
• Lalbagh Palace: It is One of the few important monuments built by the Holkar rulers. It is interesting to note about this edifice is that its construction was carried out in three stages. The gardens and the overall aura of the palace holds a mirror to the taste, grandeur and lifestyle of the Holkars.
• Kanch Mandir: Also known as Seth Hukamchand Temple, this temple is built by Sir Hukamchand Seth in the early 20th century, it is a wonderful Jain temple with plain exteriors and intricate mirror work done on interiors. The walls, ceilings, floor, pillars and doors are all inlaid with glass.
• Chattri Bagh: Located near the Khan River, the Chattri Bagh is characterised by a number of chhatris or memorial canopies dedicated to the Holkar rulers.

• By Air: Indore has an airport, 10 km from the city, on the western side of the town. Indian Airlines and Jet Airways operate from Indore connecting Delhi and Mumbai.
• By Rail: AIndore is well connected to Delhi and Mumbai by rail. There is a daily Malwa Express to Delhi from Indore (807 km), via Ujjain (55 km), Bhopal (186 km), Jhansi (475 km), Gwalior (486 km), and Agra (604 km). The other broad-gauge line connects Indore to Ujjain, Bhopal, and Jabalpur (494 km).
• By Road: Indore is well connected by bus with Ujjain (55 km, 1½ hours) and Bhopal (186 km, 5 hours).