Heritage Textile Trail of Madhya Pradesh (Maheshwari, Bagh and Batik Printing)

Day 1 - Indore Upon your arrival, set out on a journey of exploring. Laden with striking monuments and palaces like Rajwada, Krishnapura Chhatris (cenotaphs), Kaanch Mandir, Lal Bagh Palace, central museum, this city speaks of its intriguing heritage which is one of the USP's of the place. Visit the local manufacturer of leather toys (Shareef Arts - 081095 62410), Batik Printer Mr. Pushyamitra (Contact no -9993091955), Huda Printers and Crafters (+91 94240 09685) to explore the finest collection of Handloom and Hand Printed Textiles.

Day 2 - Head to Maheshwar Visit Ahilya Fort and Ghat will take you back in history with their praiseworthy craftsmanship. Also, witness the making of the 5th-century weave of Maheshwari which was supported by the patron of art & craft, Queen Ahilya Bai Holkar. The looms of Rehwa Society inside the fort is a perfect place to collect your sarees from! Visit our local Maheshwari weaver family of Santoshi Handlooms. Post exploration, give a nice treat to your taste buds with Daal-Bafla at Shri Banke Bihari Bhojnalaya. Call it a day at MPT Narmada Resort!

Day 3 - Mandu An ancient town that is blessed with so many remarkable structures like Jahaz Mahal, Rani Roopmati Pavilion, Rewa Kund and much more. On your way to these tourist attractions, buy the special Khurasani Imli (tamarind), a speciality of Mandu. Stay at MPT resort and kick-off to Bagh village the next morning.

Day 4 - Bagh  A small village in the Dhar district, rich in culture and art. The Bagh caves attract a lot of tourists all-round the year. The place is also recognised for its Bagh printing units where printing on beautiful cotton and silk fabrics take place. Meet the Khatri family who has been involved in this business for decades and bring home some colourful collection of Bagh sarees, suit fabrics and bedsheets.

Day 5 - Ujjain After a shopping spree in Bagh, travel to Ujjain and check-in at MPT Ujjaini. Wake up to mesmirising sounds of chanting and birds chirping. Get ready and head for darshan at the Jyotirlinga temple, popularly known as 'Mahakal Temple'. Move to your next destination to meet the traditional batik printers, Gutti Arts in Bhairavgarh and witness the live process of batik printing which is made using the wax-resist technique. 

Day 6 - MPT Hinglaj Resort Unwind at MPT Hinglaj Resort, 122 km from Tarapur and enjoy a leisurely stay beholding the striking views of Gandhi Sagar Dam. Start fresh the next morning, reach Tarapur village and witness women from Bhil and Gond tribes crafting bead jewellery in beautiful hues and printing Nandana designs on indigo fabrics. End your week-long trip and head to Indore in the last leg of your journey!