Gwalior is a historically not only an important city but a culturally rich region. Earlier Madhya Pradesh was called Madhya Bharat (Central India). At that time, Gwalior was its capital. The kings of the Scindia dynasty have played important role to develop this city. Gwalior had also been the capital of Parihar, Kushwaha and Tomar dynasties. The ancient buildings of Gwalior are the evidence of the glorious past. This place has been the renowned centre of arts and music. The places near Gwalior are also worth seeing. The excursions to several historical nearby places are worth carrying out.