Places to visit in Khargone
2 places, grouped by kind. Each one shows how well it is verified: an official source, two independent sources, or not yet verified.
Maheshwar 2
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Maheshwar Fort and ghats Official source
Fort with Ahilyabai statue and temples; Narmada ghats; Rehwa Society weavers (MP Tourism).
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Rehwa Society (Maheshwari saris) Official source
Listed by MP Tourism.
In depth: Maheshwar Fort and ghats
Maheshwar's fort and ghats line the Narmada; the fort holds a statue of Rani Ahilyabai and a Shiva temple (MP Tourism). The Rehwa Society weaves Maheshwari saris here.
At a glance
- Type
- Riverside fort and ghats Official source
- Weaving
- Rehwa Society, Maheshwari saris (MP Tourism) Official source
- Timings and fees
- Not on the pages read Not yet verified
History and significance
- Ahilyabai Holkar
- Statue inside the fort (MP Tourism). Official source
What to see
- Fort
- Ahilyabai statue.
- Ghats
- Narmada.
- Rehwa
- Weavers.
- Boating
- On the Narmada (MP Tourism).
Visiting
- Boats
- Rates to confirm locally. Not yet verified
Festivals
- Festivals
- To document. Not yet verified
Visitor guidelines
- Dress modestly at the ghats and temples.
How to reach Maheshwar Fort and ghats
- By air
- Indore, 91 km. Official source
- By train
- Barwaha, 39 km. Official source
- By road
- Omkareshwar 60-70 km; Mandu 50 km (MP Tourism). Official source
Month by month
| Month | Temp °C | Sunrise | Sunset | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | IMD normals to add | 07:09 | 18:03 | Best: cool, clear |
| Feb | IMD normals to add | 07:00 | 18:24 | Good |
| Mar | IMD normals to add | 06:38 | 18:37 | Warming |
| Apr | IMD normals to add | 06:09 | 18:47 | Hot |
| May | IMD normals to add | 05:48 | 18:59 | Very hot |
| Jun | IMD normals to add | 05:43 | 19:12 | Very hot; monsoon late June |
| Jul | IMD normals to add | 05:52 | 19:15 | Monsoon |
| Aug | IMD normals to add | 06:05 | 19:00 | Monsoon |
| Sep | IMD normals to add | 06:14 | 18:32 | Monsoon easing |
| Oct | IMD normals to add | 06:23 | 18:04 | Good: post-monsoon |
| Nov | IMD normals to add | 06:40 | 17:45 | Best: cool |
| Dec | IMD normals to add | 06:59 | 17:46 | Best: cold nights |
Suggested plans
- One day
- Fort, ghats, Rehwa looms and an evening boat.
How to reach Khargone
- By train
- Barwaha, 39 km; Khandwa 110 km (MP Tourism).
- By air
- Indore (IDR), 91 km (MP Tourism).
- By road
- Buses from Indore, Bhopal, Khandwa, Dhar (MP Tourism).
- Headquarters
- Khargone
- Coast
- Landlocked
Best time to visit Khargone
- Best time
- October to March (Incredible India, for Jabalpur; seasonal pattern elsewhere).
- Climate
- Hot summers (April-June), monsoon July-September, cool winters.
Dates to plan around in Madhya Pradesh
- Tiger reserve core zones — Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Pench, Satpura, Panna, Sanjay-Dubri: Closed in the monsoon; reopen 1 October (Outlook Traveller, 2024)
- Tansen Samaroh — Gwalior: 14-19 Dec 2026 (Incredible India)
- Khajuraho Dance Festival — Chhatarpur: 20-26 Feb 2027 (Incredible India; MP Tourism)
- Simhastha — Ujjain: 2028; official dates to confirm
Where to stay in Khargone
Quick answers about Khargone
What is Khargone known for?
Maheshwar's riverside fort and ghats on the Narmada, home of the Maheshwari sari.
What is the one place not to miss in Khargone?
Maheshwar Fort and ghats. Fort with Ahilyabai statue and temples; Narmada ghats; Rehwa Society weavers (MP Tourism).
Which is the nearest railway station to Khargone?
Barwaha, 39 km; Khandwa 110 km (MP Tourism).
Which is the nearest airport to Khargone?
Indore (IDR), 91 km (MP Tourism).
When is the best time to visit Khargone?
October to March (Incredible India, for Jabalpur; seasonal pattern elsewhere).
How many places are there to visit in Khargone?
Our guide lists 2 places in Khargone district, Madhya Pradesh, across maheshwar.
Nearby, in neighbouring districts
- Mandu (Jahaz Mahal and Hindola Mahal), Dhar — Jahaz Mahal between two lakes; sound and light show at 7 PM (MP Tourism).
- Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga, Khandwa — Jyotirlinga on an island in the Narmada; Mamleshwar temple across the river (MP Tourism).