Gwalior is a District in Madhya Pradesh
State Near Agra. The nucleus of Gwalior is a Citadel crowning an
isolated rock about 91 m (300ft) high, 3.2 km(2 miles) long and 823 m
(2700 ft.)wide. The rock is said to have been a strong hold for more
than Ten Centuries and old city is located in the Eastern base of the
rock. The old city is covered with the white sandstone Mosque, Palaces,
Rock temples and statues of archaeological and architectural interest.
Gwalior City was the Capital of the princely State of Gwalior until 1948
and the summer Capital of Madhya Bharat State From 1948 to 1956. When
Madhya Bharat became part of Madhya Pradesh, It become separate
District. According to Census 2011-19, population of the district is
2032036.Gwalior City is a Tourist place with its historical fort
dominating it. The Stupendous JAI VILAS PALACE, ancient Jain Temple. Sun
Temple, and famous Data Bandi Chod Gurudwara are great Attraction.
Gwalior Trade Fair Show is also very well Known.
Gwalior history is tracked back to a legend in 8th century AD when a
chieftain known as Suraj Sen was struck by a deadly disease and cured by
a hermit-saint Gwalipa. As a gratitude for that incidence, he founded
this city by his name. The new City of Gwalior became existence over the
centuries, The cradle of great dynasties ruled the city Gwalior. With
difference Dynasty, the city gained a new dimension from the warrior
kings, poets, musicians, and saints who contributed to making it
renowned throughout the country. The City is also the setting for the
memorials of freedom fighters such as Tatya tope and the indomitable
Rani of Jhansi. Today the old settings stand side by side with the
trappings of Modernity.
The institute is located at Gwalior on Delhi-Mumbai Central Railway
line. Gwalior is connected by Rail, Road and Air. You Take 3 hrs.35min.
to reach Gwalior by train From Delhi. The Railway station is 2 Kms away.
Gwalior has been the major education hub in the region. The Jiwaji
University was built in Gwalior in the year 1964. Beside the Jiwaji
University, the accommodates internationally renowned Laxmi Bai National
Institute Of Physical Education, the centre of Hotel Management and
Tourism, Madhav institute of Technology and Science, Indian institute of
Information Technology & Management, Government Medical College etc. A
peaceful city Gwalior, provides conducive atmosphere to students, away
from disturbance and temptations.
