Dhar district

Dhar district is a popular district of Madhya Pradesh located in central India. It is a historical
district of Madhya Pradesh which has been on the cultural map of India since time
immemorial.

Dhar was once a prominent region of the Mughal emperor of Delhi, Dhar is one of the most
popular tourist destinations of Madhya Pradesh, visited by thousands of tourists per day and
is also a famous pilgrimage site of the state because of many of its renowned temples.

Dhar is considered as one of the 68 Tirth in India. Few of the amazing tourist attractions of Dhar are its forts, ancient structures, old temples & mosques, waterfalls, and streams. Dhar lures tourists with its architectural wonder and stunning natural beauty. People often plan their trip to Dhar to enjoy its remarkable barren hills, old ramparts, and historical buildings of the Mughal region.

Best time to visit Dhar is during winter i.e. in the months between October and March, when
the climate is pleasant and nice. Majority of the population in Dhar District belongs to the Scheduled Tribes. The main tribes in the District are Bhil tribe and Bhilala Tribe.

History of Dhar District

The Dhar was founded by the ruler Parmar King Bhuj, who ruled the town during the 11th
century. The king had to leave the city after defeating in several battles against enemies, but
the members of his dynasty conquered the town back again in the year 1732 and ruled Dhar
for a long time.

Dhar is ruled by several rulers, including Sultans of Delhi during the Mughal period and Dhar was the prime centre till the revolt of 1857. There are so many places that make Dhar an interesting destination to visit and one such place is Bhoj Shala, which is actually a mosque, but is termed as Bhoj Shala because it was built by King Bhoj, who was a great lover of literature.

He was also an author of a number of works on poetics and literature, and some of his inscriptions are engraved on the walls of the building. Lath Masjid and Bagh Caves are other popular destinations in Dhar that offer amazing experiences to the tourists, who visit the town from around the world.

Weather in dhar district

Dhar enjoys a Pleasant Climate. It is generally dry except in the monsoon season. The year
is divided into four seasons. The hot season from March to about the middle of June is
followed by the monsoon season lasting up to the end of September. The period from
December to February is the cold season.

Best places to visit in Dhar District

1.Rani Roopmati pavilion

Rani Roopmati’s Pavilion was built as an army observation post. It served a romantic
purpose as Roopmati’s retreat. From this picturesque pavilion perched on a hilltop. It is a peaceful and beautiful destination located on the bank of river Narmada. It is one of the popular destinations in Dhar.

2.The Hindola mahal

The Hindola mahal is a large meeting hall, or durbar, in the ancient Indian city of Mandu,
Madhya Pradesh. Today the Hindola Mahal is a tourist destination in the ruined city.

3.Bagh Caves Dhar

The Bagh Caves are a group of nine rock-cut monuments, situated among the southern
slopes of the Vindhyas in Bagh town of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh state in central
India. These monuments are located at a distance of 97 km from Dhar town. These are
renowned for mural paintings by master painters of ancient India.

4.Ship palace (Jahaz mahal )

The history of Jahaz Mahal is entwined with the history of Mandu in Dhar . This is where
15,000 royal women resided. The harem was constructed in such a manner that it gave the
women complete autonomy yet shielded them from the eyes of the common man. The
women enjoyed a life filled with luxuries and pleasures.

5.Baz Bahadur palace

Baz Bahadur Palace is located at a distance of 5 km from Mandu Bus Stand. It is another
ancient palace located in Mandu in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. A part of the Rewa Kund Group
of Monuments, it is one of the famous tourist places in Dhar.

How to reach Dhar District

By Air : Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport in Indore is the nearest airport to Dhar. There are regular flights
from every part of India for Indore. At the airport, you can book a taxi or cab to reach your
destination.
By Rail :There is no railway station in Dhar. The nearest railway station of Dhar is Indore, which is 60
km from Dhar. Ratlam which is 93 km by road from Dhar. One can easily reach Dhar from Indore and Ratlam by bus, taxi.
By Road : Dhar is a major tourist destination which is easily accessible by road. Tourists coming from
Maharashtra can be reached via Road Manpur & Bagdi and tourists from Gujarat can reach
the tourist spot via Dhar.

FAQs

.Who built Dhar Fort?
The fort of the town, attributed to Sultan Mahmud Tughlaq of Delhi is a rectangular
construction of red sandstone.
8.Who made Dhar his capital?
In 1401 Dilawar Khan Ghori took charge of this territory. He made Dhar as the capital of his
kingdom.
9.Where to shop in Dhar ?
There are not many markets in Dhar, but if you really want to buy something, a few local
markets and bazaars sell handicrafts and artefacts including beautiful beadwork, bagh prints,
Pithora paintings, gatha stones, leather & metal articles, and teak woodwork.

10.What are some of the best places to stay in Dhar ?
Hotel Yashika Palace
Malwa Resorts
Hotel Monarch
Jhira Bagh Palace
Hotel Rupmati
Hotel S47
Hotel Bee Town

Best hotels in dhar
Some of the best and affordable accommodation options in Dhar are given below
● Hotel Shivaay
● Hotel utsav inn
● Hotel Natraj Palace
● Rudraksh Inn
● HOTEL DEV RESIDENCY DHAR
Best restaurants in dhar
Some of the Top and best restaurants in Dhar are the following
● Shreeji Restaurant
● Rajkamal Bhojanalaya
● Dhi Shree Ram Vijay Bhojnalay
● RFC (Rashtriya Food Corner)
● Hotel Kaash
Famous Food in dhar
Poha , Daal Bafla ,Seekh Kebabs ,Bhutte Ka Kees ,Bhopali Gosht Korma,Palak Puri,Chakki
Ki Shak,Malpua are some of the famous local foods of dhar which must be tried while visiting
dhar.
Best time to visit in dhar
Winter is the best time to visit dhar in the months between October and March, when the
climate is pleasant and cool to explore the city. If you go in the summer season , between
May to August you have to face very hard paces of sunlight .