Bhopal – City of lakes
Bhopal, the capital city of the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, is also known as The City of Lakes. The modern city of Bhopal was founded by Dost Mohammad Khan (1672-1728), a soldier in the Mughal army. Bhopal became a princely state under British rule in 1818.
Bhopal is one of the greenest cities in India and is famous for its lakes, the Upper Lake, known locally as BhojTaal and Lower Lake. The Van Vihar National Park on the banks of the Upper Lake is home to several species of wild animals, including lions, tigers and leopards. Bhopal boasts a rich cultural heritage, palaces, museums, heritage sites, etc. and a variety of wildlife that attract an increasing number of tourists every year.
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