Predominantly an industrial town, Nagda, much like many of its other Indian counterparts, has a fascinating history. Located in the Ujjain district of Madhya Pradesh, the name Nagda translates into the ‘cremation or burning of snakes’. The city was nurtured and developed from a small village by one of the Pandava Kings, Janmejay.

Nagda’s fertile land and vast amounts of space appealed to businessmen around the country, who then decided to set up manufacturing plants here, thereby providing employment and contributing to the city’s progress. The large number of old temples in and around Nagda also adds to its appeal, especially with tourists who are more spiritually inclined. Largely Hindu, the locals here are extremely religious, proud of their indigenous cultural ethos and they seem to take great delight in cooking, eating, and feeding others. If you’re visiting Ujjain, a stopover at Nagda could prove interesting.