Bhojpur
Bhojpur is a small town in Raisen District of Madhya Pradesh State in India. It is located at about 25 kms from south-east of Bhopal city and is of great historical and religious importance. Bhojpur got its name from legendary founder Parmara king called Raja Bhoj. Bhojpur is popular for 7.5 ft. high shiva-lingam in Bhojeshwar temple. Betwa river passes through Bhojpur. A cyclopean dam was constructed by King Bhoj to make a large lake to full-fill the requirement of water for the region which was later destroyed by King Hoshang Shah of Malwa region. Bhojpur is also known for semi-finished Jain temple having 6 meter tall statue of lord Mahavir and two additional statues of Parshvanath. Most of the residents of the town are dependent on agriculture and tourism allied activities. Bhojpur Excursion Tour is important part of Bhopal sightseeing and tourism.
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