Gwalior is named after saints who cure the local chieftain Suraj Sen from leprosy. The massive fort which overlooks the city is an acknowledgment to its glory and grandeur. Warrior kings, poets, musical group and saints contributed in making Gwalior the city it is.

Gwalior Fort
Built in the 15th century by Raja Mansingh Tomar on a hill top, the impressive Gwalior Fort overlooks the city. The on the outside wall of the fort stands two miles in length and 35 m in height.

Gurudwara Data Bandhi Chhod
Built in the memory of Guru Hargobind Saheb, the 6th Sikh Guru who was locked up here by Emperor Jehangir for over two years.

Gujari Mahal
If Man Mandir reflects Man Singh's artistic sensibilities, Gujari Mahal speaks of his love. The bravery and beauty of Mrignayani and her love with Raja Mansingh are now a part of popular folk tradition. The palace has been now transformed in a museum and houses very good collection of Jain and Hindu artifacts.

Suraj Kund
Though major portions of the fort were built in the 15th century, references to this gigantic complex can be traced back to 425 A.D. Older than the city is the Suraj Kund within the fort walls, the creative pond where Suraj Sen, or Suraj Pal as he was later known, was cured by saint Gwalipa.

Chanderi
Surrounded by wooded hills and lakes, Chanderi is a craft centre, famed for its sarees and brocades. 239 km from Gwalior, Chanderi city has been influenced in its construction by the Bundela Rajputs and the Sultans of Malwa. The Koshak Mahal, built on the orders of Mohammed Khiiji of Malwa in 1445 has an architectural technique similar to that of Mandu. The Jama Masjid and Shahzadi Ka Rouza were also build by the Malwa Sultans, as was the Battisi Bandi built in 1485 by Sultan Ghyasuddin Shah. Northwest of Chanderi town is the picturesque tank and temple complex of Parameshwar Tal, built by the Bundelas. The old city of Chanderi has Jain temples of the 9th and 10th centuries, and is an significant pilgrim centre.

How to reach
Air : Gwalior is linked by Indian Airlines to Bombay, Bhopal, Indore, and Delhi. Rail
Gwalior is on the Delhi-Bombay and Delhi-Madras rail link. Train No 2141 / 2142 , Mahakaushal Superfast Train is direct to H. Nizamuddin / Satna.