Best places vising in Dhar 

1.Bhopawar Jain Tirth

Bhopawar Jain Tirth exists 6 kilometers from the Sardarpur tehsil headquarter which belongs to Dhar district. People visit the quietly peaceful location for its brilliantly renovated Lord Shantinath jain temple. The Somnath temple design features this temple as the best architectural masterpiece in Dhar district. The origin of Bhopawar town stems from Rukmi who served as the brother of Rukmini before she married Krishna. Legends state that Rukmini reached out to Krishna for protection from her wedding to Shishupal at Amjhera before he carried her to Dwarika as he rescued her from Rukmi’s forced marriage plan. When Rukmi sought to stop Lord Krishna from his action he vowed to return to Amjhera before killing Krishna. Krishna freed Rukmi from battle after his victory since Rukmini requested his release. Rukmi kept his pledge to not return to Amjhera by establishing Bhopawar city from the territory named Bhoj Koot. During Dwapar yug Bhoj Koot emerged as a magnificent city with riches that made it prosperous. Rukmi built a grand temple here and installed 12 feet high idol of Lord Shantinath. this impressive and grand idol is unique in every sense. present temple is a double storeyed structure with beautiful interiors, sculptures in terms of carved pillars, beautifully designed wooden gates, striking floral patterns on the floor and steps made of marble, in a way an immaculate architectural wonder.if the outer Structure resembles the legendary somnath Jyotirlinga temple, the inner sturucture has a stark resemblance to the world famous Dilwara jain temple at Mount Abu. Residents in the area have witnessed a snake approximately 6 feet in length walking around the temple through circumambulation. Each year Bhopawar holds a festival at paush-dashmi that draws millions of devotees from different castes.

2.Mohan Kheda Jain Tirth

Mohankheda Jain temple stands as the primary Jain pilgrimage destination inside Dhar district. Located at a distance of 50 kms from Dhar and 7 kms from Sardarpur tehsil this Jain temple was constructed primarily with white marble making it a town in itself. The origin story of the tirth is closely connected to Dada Gurudev along with Shrimad Vijay Rajendrasurishwar Maharaj Sahab. He experienced a strong inner calling when observing the site’s tranquil surroundings in Mohankhcdn territory that led him to desire building a temple on this hill area. Lord Adinath received installation as the primary deity in Mohankheda temple which was constructed during 1884 under the guidance of Dada Gurudev. The temple renovation during 1957 included building marble structure attaining three peak shapes above the main sanctuary. The main sacred object at Mohankheda tirth is the deity of Lord Adinath shown in a lotus position. A 16feet long Kayotsarg posture idol depicting Lord Adinath meditating in standing position stands as a beautiful sight on the left side of the main temple. Inside the temple exists a magnificent Samadhi structure dedicated to Rajendrasurishwar Maharaj sahab. A gold-covered interior decorates the Samadhi temple creating an enchanting atmosphere. The area around Mohankheda serves today as a major Jain pilgrimage which supports three major rest facilities offering 250 comfortable rooms for visitors. Visitors from all over the country rank this temple among the most frequented Jain sanctuaries in the nation. Trust management operates an academic institution as one of its educational facilities.

3.Nityanand ashram

The main Jain temple located within Dhar district known as Mohankheda Jain temple stands as a small independent town with white marble construction. It lies 50 kilometers from Dhar and seven kilometers from Sardarpur tehsil. The temple’s formation is linked to Dada Gurudev who belongs to the group known as Shrimad Vijay Rajendrasurishwar Maharaj Sahab. As he traversed this region he sensed a divine impulse which caused him to envision building a temple on Mohankhcdn hill’s heights. Under his visionary leadership at Mohankheda a temple featuring Lord Adinath was constructed in 1884. The temple restoration during 1957 included the construction of three marble shikhar structures which topped the sanctum sanctorum. The main worshipful deity at Mohankheda tirth is Lord Adinath displayed in the lotus meditation pose. A 16feet long Lord Adinath statue in Kayotsarg posture (meditating in standing form) is located to the left of the main temple producing visual joy. The beautiful Samadhi temple honors Rajendrasurishwar Maharaj sahab with its presence inside the temple complex. Visitors feel entranced when they witness the gold interior of Samadhi temple. Mohankheda now operates as a major Jain pilgrimage destination which maintains three large accommodations that provide 250 comfortable rooms for visitor accommodation. This Jain temple stands among the most popular temples in the nation for its devotees. The trust operates a single academic institution among its educational facilities.

4.Phadke Art Studio

If Dhar has been made known to the world by kings, rulers, saints and monuments a sculptor too can boast WDhar’s world fame in the 20th century. Raghunath Krishna Phadke was born in the year 1884 at Vasai, near Mumbai. He was rather inclined towards sculpture than studies. He created very many effigies in Murnbai which were highly appreciated by British officers who paid him tribute in the form of Awards like Swarna paid and Wembley award. In the your 1933 he was made to create the statue of the Dhar King Udaji Rao Panwar. With his exclusive style he earned the work of statues from Dhar royal family in abundance. Later on, he thought of settling at Dhar. He was made statues of royal families, freedom fighters, spiritual leaders and leaders with great accuracy. His statue is installed in many square such as Juhu Chaupaty Mumbai. MTH Compound Indore and Ghoda Chaupaty Dhar. Raghunath Phadke was also a master of a table. He had the opportunity to perform with many great masters like Ustad Vilayat Khan, Heara Bai Barodkar and Kumar Gandharva, etc. He foundations Laxmi Kala Bhawan and anand Sangeet Vidhyalay at Dhar, which are still exists. In 1961, he was conferred with several of India’s most prestigious awards such as Padmashree, which was given to him by the then President of India, Dr Rajendra Prasad. In 1970, he was granting D.Lit by vikiam University Ujjain. Till today his replicas are on display at Phadke Studio Dhara on Khanderao Takri.

5.Lat Masjid

incredible Fusion of Temple and Mosque architecture:-

Under the outskirts of Dhar city there is one Lat masjid, the well-known iron pillar mosque. Built in 1405 A.D. by the then Governor of Malwa province of Control India, Dilawar Khan, Lat Masjid was named after iron pillar, wonderfully raised that time in its campus. This broken up wrought iron pillar from the beginning is in itself a marvel, because even though from ages ago it is found in an open space with air, water and moisture exposure it is intact. It has been able to keep its gleam and glory. There is still not a single sign of rust or any such corrosion untill today. Lat Masjid is also constructed as it is believed to be erected in commemoration of Dilawar Khan’s conquererous Victory. It has selling entrance doors with carved pillars, in several demos. The interior of mosque are similar in architectural pattern to that of jami masjid of Mandu. Wat the windows and pillars of lat masjid are beautifully engraved and one can feel the beautiful mix of mugal and Rajput style of the mughal architecture, and feel the silence of the history. The East and the North sides of the monument have unique inscriptions on the three gates of the monument.