Dhar

Dhar known as Dhar Nagari in ancient period and Piran Dhar in mediaeval period, has had the privilege of being of the capital city, both in the ancient and in the early mediaeval periods. This city was established by king vikramaditya of rajput paramara dynasty around 1 B.C. Dhar has its own significance as one of the most culturally rich destinations of Madhya Pradesh. Ruled by the Puaras, this place was a Maratha princely state and acquired the status of a 'Salute State', a sheer royalty during that period. It is a place of cultural and historical appeal of the destinations of Madhya Pradesh. Located in the Malwas region of Madhya Pradesh, Dhar was ruled by the Sultans of Delhi during the Mughal Period. It is picturesquely situated among lakes and trees surrounded by barren hills, and possesses, besides its old ramparts, many interesting buildings, some of them containing records of cultural, historical and national importance.