 Dominated by one
of the mightiest forts of Asia, and steeped in historic tradition, Gwalior is an
excellent entry point into India's largest and geographically most attractive
state: Madhya Pradesh. In legend Gwalior's history goes back to multitude of
reigning dynasties of the great Rajput clans of the Pratiharas, Kachwas and
Tomars who have left indelible etchings of their rule in this city of palaces,
temples and monuments. The magnificent mementoes of a glorious past have been
preserved with care giving Gwalior a unique and timeless appeal. In the 8th
century AD its chieftain Suraj Sen was cured of leprosy by a hermit saint,
Gwalipa in gratitude he named the city after his name.The new city of
Gwalior became, over the centuries, the cradle of great dynasties and with each,
the city gained new dimensions from the warrior kings, poets, musicians
and saints who contributed to making it a capital renowned throughout the
country and today, a modern Indian city, vibrant and bustling. |
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