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India /Madhya Pradesh /Khargone /Maheshwar

Holkar Fort is located on the shores of the River Narmada, Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh. Edit

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Holkar Fort, monument was the residence of Queen Ahilyabai Holkar, due to which it is also known as the Queen’s Fort. It also served as the administrative headquarters of the queen and has now been converted into a guesthouse. Presently, it is managed by the son of the last Maharajah of Indore, Prince Shivaji Rao Holkar. This fort displays various chhatris and a seat, where Ahilyabai used to sit. Tourists can also visit the weaver’s cooperative society located in the premises of this fort. It also has various crematory cenotaphs of the rulers of Indore. Visitors can also explore the nearby marvel of Islamic architecture, Mandu, which was built in the 15th century.

Fort of Queen Ahilyabai Holkar, Maheshwar

HistoryEdit

Holkar Fort houses a Wada Palace, which was built in1766 i.e. in the 18th century, and represents the architecture of the Maratha period. In addition to these, this ancient monument is home to various temples that are dedicated to different avatars of Lord Shiva.

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July to March.

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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 hours..

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Taxi : Maheshwar is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Maheshwar by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : Regular public services are available from Maheshwar to many parts of the State. Maheshwar is bus connected with Indore (91 km), Barwaha (39 km) and Khandwa (110 km).

Train : Barwaha railway station is the nearest railhead, which is at a distance of 39 Kilometre from Maheshwar. Indore is the main railway station nearby. Indore is a major railway station lying in the Chennai-Mumbai rail route. Indore Railway Station connected with major railway stations by express and passenger trains.

Air : There is no airport in Maheshwar. Nearest airport is at Indore, which is at a distance of 91 Kilometre from Maheshwar. Indore is well very connected to many major cities in India, including Bhopal, Delhi and Mumbai. The nearest international airport is Delhi which is 895 km away from Maheshwar. Delhi is connected with all major cities in India and abroad.

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