KHANDWA

Ghantaghar is one of important landmark in the town of Khandwa. This Ghantaghar is also called the Clock Tower of Multan. It was constructed in 1884 by the British during their rule in India. The main purpose of this building was to serve as an office after the Municipal Act of 1883. The construction started on 12th February 1884, and the tower took 4 years to be completed. In fact, it was built over the remnants of the Haveli of Ahmad Khan Sadozai which was destroyed in the Seige of Multan. The Clock Tower was then called Northbrook Tower after the viceroy of India of that time. The hall of the Ghantaghar, which was called The Ripon Hall, was renamed Jinnah Hall after India gained independence. Of late there is a talk going on to convert it into a museum. The site of Ghantaghar in Khandwa has four historic ponds or kunds in the four directions. These kunds are called Suraj Kund, Bhima Kund, Rameshwar Kund and Padma Kund.
 

Omkareshwar is a sacred island, which is in Om shape. This sacred shrine is a unique blend of natures work combined with a man made shrine which is both magnificent and awe inspiring. As per ancient folklore it is said that when Lord Narad, visited the Vindhya mountains, he was amazed and angry to find that there was no place there suitable for Lord Shiva to reside. The deity of Vindhya Mountains subjected himself to severe punishments for this lapse and prayed to Lord Shiva to forgive him. Lord Shiva was so pleased with his devotion that he decided to make Omkareshwar as one of his homes. Comprising of two lofty hills of Vindhya on the North and Satpura on the South with Narmada valley in between the pace appears in the form of the sacred Hindu symbol Om from above. A cantilever type bridge was constructed in 1979 which enhances the natural beauty of the place and attracts thousands of tourists to the place. A temple is situated at this place and Hindu and Jain devotees throng the temple as it houses one of the twelve Jyothirlingas in India. The temple showcases the beautiful Nagara style of architecture with some enchanting frieze carvings on its panels and stone roof structures.
 

Indira Sagar Dam is Asia’s most prestigious hydro power project. This multipurpose dam is built over the River Narmada in Khandwa at Narmadanagar. The foundation stone of this dam was the former PM, Mrs. Indira Gandhi on 23rd October 1984. The sheer magnanimity of this dam makes this a tourist location. The Indirasagar Dam is called the Gosikhurd Project and was constructed with the sole aim of offering water to the nearby villages of Bhandara, Nagpur and Chandrapur districts. The site features a concrete gravity dam which is 92 mts tall and 653 mts long. The dam is about 75 kms from the town of Khandwa.

The Dada Darbar is located in the south western part of Khandwa. This place is considered to be holy and that of worship. The holy tombstones of the great holy men Swami Keshwanandaji Maharaj and Swami Hariharanandji Maharaj who are addressed as Bare Dadaji and Chhote Dadaji respectively rest here. In the year 1930, the tombstones were laid down in the memory of the reverend Avadhoot saints. Bare Dadaji wandered from place to place and mediated before the holy fire which is called Dhuni. Hence he was also called Dada Dhuniwala and this holy site is also known as Dada Dhuniwala Darbar. An annual fair is held at the Dada Darbar on the auspicious day of Guru Purnima. Thousands of devotees from far and near across the country come here during the time of the fair.
 

Bhavani Mata Temple is situated in the south west part of the town of Khandwa in the vicinity of the Dada Darbar. The temple is enshrined to Godess Maa Turja Bhavani, an incarnation of Hindu Goddess Parvati. Hence, the name of the temple is also the same. Turja Bhavani Mata Temple is considered to be very holy and thousands of devotees visit this temple every year to seek the blessing to the dedicated Goddess. This temple is one of the important shrines of Devi Maa in India. It is believed that a visit to this temple liberates a person from all misfortunes and all sins are forgiven. There are several myths associated with this ancient temple. It is said that Lord Rama worshipped in this temple during his vanwaas or exile. He prayed to the deity for 9 days and to honour this event a fair is held every year for 9 days during the festival of Navraatri.
 

A perfect place for picnics and photogenic views with lush green plantation is the Nagchun Dam. Located near the Nagchun village, about 7 kms from the station it is the perfect place to visit. This Dam provides water to the city and a beautiful view to the visitors. One can visit the place and have all fun at this place which is located away from the hustle and bustle of the city life.