Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, situated around two
artificial lakes amidst picturesque settings is also known as the
city of lakes. Bhopal was built on the
site of an 11th century city, 'Bhojapal', founded by the legendary
king, Raja Bhoja. The existing city was developed by Dost Mohammed
(1708-1740) one of Emperor Aurangazeb's Afghan governors. His progeny,
including efficient women rulers ruled Bhopal until 1947 when the
state finally joined the Indian Union. The old city with its crowded
market places, fine old mosques and palaces intermingles with the
new city with the broad avenues, high rise offices and exquisitely
laid out parks and gardens. The city is famous for silver jewellery,
exquisitely fashioned beadwork, embroidered and sequined velvet
fashioned purses and cushions.
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