Tafreeh Agro Park

About:

A place where you can breathe plenty of fresh air, listen to the melodious songs of the birds and feast your eyes on emerald green fields. Tafreeh offers you just that and much more! Amidst a 40-acre working farm, Tafreeh Agro Park, Indore; is a celebration of undiluted joy of nature and agrarian culture. Here, both the young and the old can relish the ecstasy of coming back to the roots. Situated on the picturesque Malwa plateau on the outskirts of Indore, it is an ideal gateway for the city dwellers.The visitor gets an opportunity to spend an entire day in an ambience which is a unique blend of urban and rural life.Farm grown, hygienic, fresh food can be ordered by prior booking. Consumption of alcohol and liquor is strictly prohibited on the premises.The adventurous can enjoy angling and boating in Pokhar, find their way through mind boggling mazes, take bullock cart and tractor rides or dive in a splash pool and enjoy innovative nature based sports like the Tarzan's Swing, the Monkey Bridge besides climbing up a machaan or sitting in a tree house. The bravehearts can try scaling the high-rise walls of Betaal ka Quila.A provision of camping has also been provided for urban students so that they can get first hand experience of rural life and farming. Dormitories and rooms are available for students and staff members for night stay. The minimum numbers of students that can be entertained are 30 and the maximum are 160. Tafreeh is extremely popular among school students, particularly from Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat.For the laid back, relaxing on hammocks, watching the farm lads'work, or sitting around brightly lit campfires, roasting the farm produce on its red-hot embers, or even playing with friendly farm pets can give immense pleasure.

If desired short trips can be undertaken to a village and a handicraft industry whereby students get to understand the socio-economic fabric of the Malwa region. A crafts mela can be organised for visiting students which will enable them to learn the traditional village crafts. Be it adults on a day visit, or students camping at Tafreeh for a longer duration, they will always carry happy memories home.A stay at Tafreeh also enables students to get an insight into agrarian management; rainwater harvesting and recycling of water. Besides other agriculture practices, there is production of vermicompost and the cultivation of medicinal and herbal plants. A three or more day's adventure tour for school students can be arranged. With Tafreeh as a base camp, day sight seeing trips can be made to the medieval fortress of Mandu, temple towns of Ujjain, Omkareshwar; Maheshwar (this former seat of the erstwhile Holkars is famous for Maheshwari sarees), and local historical monuments.Visit Tafreeh to marvel its picturesque beauty, and get to enjoy amazing adventure games while discovering our agrarian roots.

Location info:

Address: 19/2, Gemini Tower, Anand Bazar Road, Old Palasia, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India.
District:Rajwada.
Nearest City:Maharastra and Gujarat.
Best time to visit:

Climate/Weather:

climate between a tropical wet and dry climate and a humid subtropical climate. Three distinct seasons are observed, summer, monsoon and winter. Summers start in mid-March and can be extremely hot in April and May. The highest temperatures recorded was 48 °C in 1994. Average Summer Temperature may go as high as 42-44.c (100.4 °F) but humidity is very low. Due to Indore's location on the southern edge of the Malwa Plateau, a cool breeze (also referred to as Shab-e-Malwa) in the evenings makes summer nights quite pleasant. The monsoon season starts in late June, with temperatures averaging around 26 °C (79 °F), with sustained, torrential rainfall and high humidity. The average rain fall is 36 inches. Winters start in mid-November and are dry, mild and sunny. Temperatures average about 4-15 °C (39-59 °F), but can fall close to freezing on some nights. In summer temperature can be sometimes as high as 48-50 °C (118-122 °F) and in winters it can be as low as 2 °C (36 °F).It gets moderate rainfall of 35 to 38 inches (890 to 970 mm) during July-September due to the southwest monsoon.

History:

Interesting things to do:

Boggling maze, take bullock cart, tractor rides, Boating, Fishing, Tractor, Pony Rides, Farm, Tarzan Swing,

Interesting things to Visit:

1.Bijasen Tekri
A 2 minutes drive from the airport leads you to a hillock on which was perched a guest house of the Holkars, now converted into Border Security Arms Museum, as well as a small temple of Bijasen Mata, built in 1920, which has a magnificent view of the sunset. A mela (fair) is held during the Navratri. A good picnic spot, with a breathtaking view of
Indore city by night.

2.Rajwada
Synonymous with the heart of Indore city, it stands today as a mute witness to the bygone splendour of the Holkarrulers. This 200 year oldseven-storeyhistoric palace of the Holkars is built-in a mixture of Muslim, Marathaand French styles. The lower three floors are made of stone and the upper floors are made of wood, which made it very vulnerable to destruction by fire. Rajwada was burnt three times in its history; the last fire in 1984 took the greatest toll. Today only the front facade remains. Recent renovations have recreated some of the old glory of this beautiful palace .

3.Gomatgiri
The Jain Samaj has constructed a 21 feet statue of Lord Gomateshwar, a replica of the Bahubali statue of Shravanbelagola. Also built here are 24 marble temples with shilars for each tirthankar.

4.Khajrana
The citizens of Indore have great faith in this Ganesh temple, built during the reign of Ahilyabai Holkar. It is believed that all wishes are fulfilled by praying here. Nearby is the dargah of Nahar Sayed. This is an important pilgrimage place for Maita Muslims.

5.Chhatris
Chhatris are the tombs or cenotaphs erected in memory of dead Holkar rulers and their family members. The Chhatris picturesquely poised on the Khan river banks near Rajawada are incomparable in terms of Maratha architecture and sculpture of their period. At Chhatri Baag is the main collection of tombs housed in two compounds. Close by is the beautiful Bolia Sarkar's Chhatri constructed in 1858 AD in memory of Sardar Chimnaji Appa Sahib Bolia.

6.Town Hall
Made in 1904 and originally named King Edward's Hall, it was renamed Mahatma Gandhi Hall in 1948. Its architectural style is Indo-Gothic. Made in Seoni stone, its domes and staples are a landmark of Indore today. It has a four-faced clock tower in front, because of which it is locally known as Ghanta Ghar. It is frequently the venue for the various book and painting exhibitions, fairs and festivals held throughout the year. The building also has a library, a children's park and a temple.

7.Central Museum
The Indore Museum houses the finest collection of Parmar sculptures from Hinglajgarh. The Parmar style originated here, and is characterized by proportioned figures, carefully and ornately depicted in stone. The museum is also known for its collection of coins, arms and armour.

8.Lal Baag Palace
Lal Baag Palace is one of the grandest monuments the Holkar dynasty left Indore. A reflection of their taste, grandeur and lifestyle, its construction began in 1886 under Tukoji Rao Holkar II, and was carried out in three phases. The final phase was completed in 1921 under Tukoji Rao Holkar III. Many royal receptions were held here. It has a total area of 28 hectares, and at one time it had the reputation of having one of the best rose gardens in the country.

9.Bada Ganpati
Better known for its size than antiquity, this temple houses perhaps the largest Ganesh idol in the world measuring 25 feet from crown to foot. Created as a result of the dream of an Avantika (Ujjain) resident, Shri Dadhich, it was built in 1875.

Mobile range info:

How to reach?

Nearest Railway Station:atlam Junction, Ujjain Junction, Khandwa, and Bhopal Junction
Nearest Airport:Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport.
Road Transport:City Bus, Magic, Van, Auto-Rikshaw, Nagar Seva Bus, Metro Taxi, Star Cab Service and Local City Ride Buses.

Nearest Petrol Pump:


1. Petrol Pump

Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 5.9 km

2. Petrol Pump
Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 5.9 km

3.Indian Oil Petrol Pump
Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 5.8 km

4. Petrol Pump
Industrial Estate, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 8.5 km

5. Petrol Pump
Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 8.5 km

6. Police Petrol Pump
Sadar Bazar, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 7.9 km

Things to carry:

1. Water Bottles

2. cell phone

3. Digital camera

4. Map.

Tips & Suggestions:

School's out, and kids are excited as they rush into summer. To keep your family active and avoid the dreaded refrain of "I'm bored," it's important to plan your summer activities now.There are many options for daytrips in and around, but most families have a limited entertainment budget. A terrific way to stretch your money is to invest in a season pass to a local park or attraction. With a little research, and by asking the right questions, you can choose the perfect season pass to keep your kids happy all summer long.Supervise young children vigilantly, especially children under 5 - accompany children under 5 on the carousel.Make Sure all family members practice sun safety

Make sure Children know what to do if they get lost - stay where they are or go to a concession or park staff member and ask to be taken to lost and found. With older children pick a time and place to gather if they are exploring the park on their own. If children are old enough, pick a spot in the park, near the entrance, to meet at designated times.Dress children in bright colours so they are easily visible

Help Line/Phone Number:

Police Station:

1. Indore Central Jail
Madhya Pradesh

2. Malhargunj Police Station
Depalpur Rd, Badwali Chowk, Cloth Market, Indore, Madhya Pradesh

3. Malharganj Police Station
MDR, Cloth Market, Indore, Madhya Pradesh

4. Airport Police Station
Madhya Pradesh

5. Manikbagh Police Station
Transport Nagar, Indore, Madhya Pradesh

6.Sadar Bazar Police station
Sadar Bazar, Martand Chowk, Indore, Madhya Pradesh

Nearest Hospital:

1.Curewell Hospital
19/1/C, New Palasia, Indore, Madhya pradesh 452001

2.Noble Hospital
Nilgiri Tower, Nath Mandir, Rajwada, Indore, Madhya pradesh 452004

3.Indore Hospital & Research Foundation
Shiv Vilas Palace, Rajwada, Indore, Madhya pradesh 452004

4.Chothram Hospital
Manik Bagh Road, Indore, Madhya pradesh 452014

5.Cloth Market Hospital
Labriyabheru, Near Gangwal Bus Stand, Dhar Road, Indore, Madhya pradesh 452002

Society/Community Phone Number

Administrative Office : (10am - 5pm)
G-3C, Industrial Estate, Indore-452 003 (MP)
Phone : (0731) 421413

Office: (6.30pm - 8.30pm)
19/2 Old Palasia, (Opposite Central Bank)
Anand Bazaar Road, Indore-452 001 (MP)
Phone : (0731) 560941
Mobile : +91 93032 71485, 93021 04960