Flight tickets from Hyderabad to Bhopal

Bhopal Information Guide

Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh is often called the City of Lakes. This city is greener than most in India and dates back all the way to the 11th Century to the time of Raja Bhoj. In fact, it was initially named Bhojpal, after Raja Bhoj, before being rechristened 'Bhopal.' The generosity and wisdom of Raja Bhoj was widespread and he was credited with building the beautiful city around the lake as well as for planning the two manmade lakes that are the lifeline of the city today. You are bound to come across several lakes on your visit from Hyderabad to Bhopal. These lakes are a major source of water and one of the causes of the pleasant weather and greenery all through the city.

Culture

Those who love art and culture are in for a treat. Bharat Bhavan, the Museum of Man and Ravindra Bhavan all host theatre festivals through the year. They also pay tribute to poetry, art, dance and 'shayari,' which is a form of Hindi poetry. But it's not all about art here. Bhopal has also contributed significantly to the fields of science, politics and literature.

Monuments to visit

Bhopal has its fair share of monuments and palaces, but Bhopal doesn't lag behind. Visit Sanchi Stupa, one of the best preserved tourist spots in India that was built by the great king Ashoka in the 3rd century BC. This Buddhist stupa is massive and even features a gorgeous statue of Lord Buddha by the main entrance. The Taj-ul-Masjid is another must-visit destination. It was built much later, in the 19th century BC and what's interesting about it is its beautiful pink façade, capped by two marble domes and 18 regal minarets. If you wish to visit another religious place, head to the Laxmi Narayan temple. Since it was built by the Birlas, it is also known as Birla Mandir. The temple pays homage to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi, but also has idols of many deities inside.

Visit Bhimbetka Caves

Bhimbetka Caves are rock shelters that lie precariously balanced on massive sandstone rocks that have shielded men from sun, wind and rain more than 100,000 years ago! You'll be amazed at how well preserved the delicate painting scenes are – depicting life, birds, animals and more in vivid colour and lifelike forms. The Bhimbetka paintings show in stark detail, how the foundations of life as we know it, came to be, through crude lines and drawings, which later generations filled with colour and imagination.

Best time to visit Bhopal

Ideally, you should plan your trip from Hyderabad to Bhopal between the winter months of October to March. This is when the city experiences cool weather, making it pleasant to spend the entire day outdoors. If you can't visit during these months, enjoy the monsoons in the city as cool showers refresh the city's myriad shades of green. Try and avoid visiting during the arid summer months, but if a trip during April to June are unavoidable, ensure you carry light cotton clothes and scarves along.

Departure

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Shamshabad, Hyderabad, Telengana 500409

Arrival

Raha Bhoj Airport (BHO)
Airport Road, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462 036

Getting to Hyderabad Airport

• You can opt to use the shuttle or bus service called Pushpak, it is a cheap and safe way to reach the airport
• Booking a cab is a great option too

Travelling from Bhopal Airport

• The nearest bus station is Gandhinagar Bus Stop and is a 17-20 minute walk from the airport
• The main bus station, Kushabhau Thakre Inter State Bus Terminal has many more connections
• There is no train that connects the airport to the city, but trains connect you within the city
• You can rent a car or taxi from the airport
• You can also call a cab from an app on your mobile phone