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As varied is the natural beauty of Madhya Pradesh so is its art
and culture. Madhya Pradesh is a cauldron of diverse cultures as it
has been home to Hindus, Jains, Buddhists, Muslims and various
tribes. Virtually all races and phases have left an indelible mark
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Bhimbedtka is the biggest repository of prehistoric art in India.
The earliest known human life is said to have taken shelter under
the rocks of Bhimbedtka. Man adorned his rock-shelter with colour
depicting his various emotions. Numerous cave-paintings have been
preserved in these natural shelters. It has been classified as a
world-heritage.
The stupa at Sanchi once a seat of Buddhist learning and pilgrimage
stands as a memento to the religious fervour of Ashoka the Great.
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Enchanting Music
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Tansen, one of the nine jewels of
Akbar's court lies buried in Gwalior. The tomb of this great
musician has a pristine simplicity and is built in the early Mughal
architectural style.It is a part of Gwalior's cultural heritage.
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Temples
Omkareshwar-one of the twelve Jyotirlinga's situated at the
confluence of river Narmada and Kaveri is a sacred island that
attracts a lot of sadhus and pilgrims.
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