Madhya Pradesh is India's largest state and the geographical heartland of the country. Most of the state is a high palateau and in summer it can be very dry and hot. Virtually all phases of Indian history have left their mark on Madhya Pradesh, historically known as Malwa . There are still many pre - Aryan Gond and Bhil tribal people in the state , but Madhya Pradesh is overwhelmingly Indo-Aaryan with the majority of the people speaking Hindi and following Hinduism . Some of Madhya Pradesh's attraction are - Kajhuraho and Kanha National Park (famous for its tigers).
