Saas Bahoo temple.

Saas Bahoo temple.

The real name of this temple is the temple of Sahastrabahu, but the indigenous people later named it the temple of mother-in-law. Lord Vishnu is also called Sahastrabahu. This temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Today this temple is known by this name. This temple has been built by fine carving on red sandstone. The main attraction of this temple is the huge etched pillars built here. The entire Gwalior city is visible from the precincts of this temple. This temple is also situated on the fort.

Light and sound show

Among other attractions of Gwalior Fort is another main attraction. Light and sound show to be held on this fort in the evening. Madhya Pradesh Tourism conducts this light and sound show. Historical information related to this fort and bathed in colorful lights is worth seeing. In the evening, illuminating under the blue sky, the Gwalior city looks very beautiful from the summit of the fort.

Gurudwara Shri Daata Bandhi Chhod sahib

There is a beautiful gurudwara near the Gwalior Fort – Gurdwara Shri Data Bandi Chod Sahib. There is also a legend behind this gurudwara. It is said that Shri Guru Hargobind Sahib once saved the life of Jahangir during hunting. At that time, Jahangir and Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji had a friendly relationship. Then Jahangir fell very ill. So a saint said that if a holy soul prays for him by going to Tada Sahib near Gwalior, he will be cured. Everyone suggested the name of Guru Sahib. Guru Sahib stayed in the fort of Gwalior for 2 years and 3 months and prayed for Jahangir. At the same time, Guru Sahib met 52 prisoners in the fort of Gwalior who were imprisoned by Jahangir and had a very torture situation. Guru Sahib would meet him often and assure him that when he leaves from here, he will get his release too. Jahangir did not agree to this. Guru Sahib refused to go there alone. Then Jahangir gave the order that whoever comes out of the fort by holding the pall of Guru Sahib’s chola will be released. Then overnight Guru Sahib and 52 chieftains stitched a big chola of Guru Sahib, and in the morning, all the chieftains came out of the fort holding that chola. Since then, this gurudwara was named Shri Gurdwara Shri Daata Bandi Sahib Ji Sahib.

Surya temple

No wonder if you can be told that you can have a glimpse of the Sun Temple of Konark in Gwalior. Yes, here in the Murar region of Gwalior, the country’s renowned industrialist Mr. Birla built the Sun Temple in 1988. This temple made of red stones is very beautiful. The specialty of this temple is that in the morning the first ray of the sun falls directly on the idol of the Lord located in the temple.

Jain Swarn Temple

An unsurpassed diamond is hidden in the densely populated area of ​​the Lashkar area of ​​Gwalior city. Which is named Jain Swarn Temple. This temple was built in the 17th century. The peculiarity of this temple is that 2 mana saunas were used at that time in its construction. This temple is dedicated to Jain Tirthankara 1008 Parshwanath ji. There are currently 163 statues, including silver, coral, crystal money, slate, stone, sangamar, etc. It took 45 years to build this temple. Depiction of the life of Jain pilgrims by very fine meenakari is engraved on the walls here. The main idol of this temple is that of Lord Parshvanath, who sits on a high seat. In the room where this golden statue is present, completely goldwork has been done. It is said that when you see this statue from different directions, it appears in different colors. This temple is an invaluable heritage of the Digambar society spread across India. Today this temple has been 300 years old, but its golden aura is still intact.

Tansen’s Tomb

Gwalior has always been a treasure trove of art and music. The kings here had special respect and affection for the music and music experts. Music Emperor Mian Tansen also belongs to this city. His tomb is also built here in his memory. Tansen’s tomb is built near the tomb of his mentor Muhammad Ghaus. This monument is considered one of the main historical buildings of Gwalior. Tansen Music Festival is celebrated here in November and December every year in which great musicians of India participate. Since 1985, the tradition of celebrating Tansen was started by the Scindia Gharana in memory of the great musician Mian Tansen, which continues to this day. Today every year in November – December, artists associated with song music from the country and the world come to participate in this festival. It is very close to the Gwalior railway station.