The district of Indore is situated in Madhya Pradesh state of central India. The district derived its name from the city of Indore that serves as its administrative headquarters. Indore District is part of the Indore Division. In 2011 it was the most populous district of Madhya Pradesh. It is one of the major cities of India and the largest city and commercial center of Madhya Pradesh state. Indore is located 190 km west to the state capital Bhopal. It is the 15th largest city in India and the 147th largest in the world. Indore is popularly known as "Mini Mumbai" crediting to diverse population of Marathis, Sindhis, South Indians, Punjabis, Marwaris, Rajasthanis along with the local crowd. Indore�s dense crowd, shopping style, food and entertainment is similar to Mumbai to a greater extent.

It is the financial centre of the state and serves as the headquarters to Indore District as well as Indore Division. The local crowds often call Indore as indoor or Ahilya nagari. It comprises of two special economic zones: Pithampur and Sanwer. Pithampur, the 'Detroit of India', has several automobile industries and some of the largest pharmaceutical companies. Sanwer has steel industries, including The Indo-German Tool Room. As Indore expands, it surrounds two cites, Ujjain and the industrial town of Dewas. Ujjain is a sacred city of India; it attracts many devotees with enumerable temples. Dewas is known for its several automobile parts manufacturing companies and RBI press

During the reign of Maratha Empire Indore was an important hub of Delhi and Deccan. After the death of Madhavrao Peshwa, the Maratha Empire crumbled and Indore was declared as the capital of Holkar state, until Rani Ahilyabai Holkar affirmed Maheshwar as the new capital.

Indore History
 
Indore derived its name from the temple of Indreshwar built in 1741.  It lies on one of India's oldest pilgrimage routes from Mahakaal at Ujjain on River Kshipra and Omkareshwar on River Narmada and Rameshwaram, Indore city served as a suitable resting place for the Marathas of Deccan on their way to North India. The Maratha warriors often entered into a battle with the Mughal Empire. The foundation of this commerce centre was laid down in 1715 by the local zamindars drawn towards the lucrative trade in the summit of Khan and Saraswati Rivers.

The trade centre grew rapidly in1733-1818 under the reign of Holkar dynasty; they built a palace which is two century old as of now still stands in the main square. The British forces under Sir John Malcolm defeated the Holkarsin in 1818 the city was declared as the capital of the princely state of Indore. Rani Krishnabai Holkar signed the treaty of Mandsaur and the control of Indore shifted in the hand of the East India Company. Between the years of 1948 to 1956, Indore served as the summer capital of the former state of Madhya Bharat. At present it is the commercial capital of M.P.

Indore Culture

Indore has a mixed culture which is often seen in the typical food habits comprising of South Indian Idli-Dosa, 'Vada-Sambhar' to 'Dal-Bafla' the typical Malwa Food.

Indore Climate

As Indore is located far from the sea, it experiences mild extreme climate.

Winter: During the months of November to February, the night low is around 10 degree C, it get as low as 2 to 3 degree C when the winter reaches its peak. The lowest temperature recorded is +1.5 degree C.

Summer:  summer last from the months of April to June, the temperature varies from 35-40 degree C during the peak of summer in May. Day temperature at times touches 45 degree C However, unlike other places in central India, the summer nights in Indore are distinct. Due to its location on the southern edge of the Malwa Plateau, the climate turns cool in late evening, making the evening delightful.

Rainfall:  Indore receives moderate rainfall of 30-35 inches during the monsoon season during July-September.

Indore Tourism

Tourist places in Indore
Dewas
Maheshwar
Mandu
Omkareshwar
Khajrana
Kanch Mandir
Bada Ganpati
Atal Bihari Vajpeyee Regional Park
Central Museum
Rajwada
Chokhi and Nakhrali Dhani
Nearby attractions
Ujjain
Patal Pani
Mandu