The historical & town of Burhanpur named after Sheikh Burhan-ud-Din located on the north bank of Tapti river, on the Bombay-Delhi main line of central railway 504 KMs from Bombay and 69 KMs from Khandwa.
The city is the witness of many historical events. Being the seat of Viceroys, the city was greatly extended and embellished. Burhanpur was internationally famous for its fine cloth manufacturing, Gold-wire drawing and other allied industries and crafts.
Burhanpur has many historical monuments like:
1. Shahi Quila,
2. Gurudwara,
3. Dargah-e-hakimi,
4.Jama Masjid,
5.Ahu Khana,
6. Rajghat,
7. Biwi ki Masjid,
8. Badshahi quila,
9. Tombs of Nasir Khan,
10.Raja ki Chhatri &
11.Khooni Bhandar.
The place is also counted in the pilgrimage of Sikhkha sect.The handloom industry of the city has a remarkable place in the household industries and has a glorious past.
How to Reach Burhanpur -
One can reach Burhanpur by taking any of the following modes of transport.
By Road
Burhanpur falls on NH3. Nearest major cities Indore (180 km) Madhya Pradesh, Jalgaon (approx. 100 km) Maharashtra are connected with good road links.
By Train
Burhanpur falls on Mumbai Itarasi route of central railway. Adequate trains are there to reach the city.
By Air
Nearest airport is at Indore. Indore is 180 Kms from Burhanpur. Indore has flights to all the major cities in India. It is considerably convenient to come to Burhanpur via Indore
Since Burhanpur is situated on the National Highway, it will be best to drive down from Indore in a bus or a hired car or taxi. The nearest town is Khandwa.
Shahi Qila: standing on the banks of river Tapti is a remarkable structure. The six storeyed structure rises over 175 feet from the river beds and housed over 4,00,000 soldiers. The palaces Diwan-i-Aam and Diwan-i-Khas were built on the terrace of the structure. The Raj Ghat was used as a base for the boats used by the members of the royal family.
Shahi (Royal) Hammam: The Royal Hamam is situated in the Faruqui fort. It was constructed by Shah-Jahan, The Mughal Emperor.In the middle of the monument there is a octagonal bath-place. The bath-place was connected with the water system of Khuni Bhandara. Colorful Mughal Paintings can be seen on the ceiling of the monument.
Motil Mahal: Moti mahal, the burial place of Moti Begam, beloved of Shah gJahan is to the left of the fort and situated at the bank of Pandhar River.