Tribal Tourism Marking Its Mark.

Engrossing to find ways among the tribal people enjoying their culture is becoming a fascinating way to spend holidays. Yes, the Tribal Tourism is another concept joining the lines of ecotourism in Madhya Pradesh. 

There are often more to be seen than what meet the eyes. The tribal society is always a thing of great interest. With a well chalked out tour to any of these places in Madhya Pradesh, one will be able to explore the roots of a multicultural and multilingual India, where unity in diversity is the essence of national spirit.

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Through tribal tourism one can explore the striking features of the tribal life around Madhya Pradesh. As a major share of tribal sects dwell in State, Madhya Pradesh is viable for converting to mega tribal tourism destination. The State has much to contribute to enrich the aspect of tribal tourism as in its various parts, one can find existence of various tribes.
It must be stated that there are 697 tribes notified by the Central Government under Article 342 of the Indian Constitution with certain tribes being notified in more than one State.
More than half the Scheduled Tribe population is concentrated in the States of Madhya Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Maharashtra, Orissa, Jharkhand. The tribal population has shown a growth rate of 21.03 percent as against 21.35 percent of the entire population, in the period 1991-2001.
Pastoral way of tribal life in Madhya Pradesh clearly brings out the beauty in simplicity. In the picturesque surroundings of State, one can get to see the Santhals and the tribals like Bhail of Bastar. The Santhals are one of the oldest tribals living in India. Again, the central Indian tribes of India are also known for their traditional songs and dances, their colorful handmade clothing and intricately woven bamboo handicrafts.

Major tribal attractions in State
- Recently inaugurated in May and located at the picturesque Shyamala Hills, spread across 200 acres of land, the curators say National Museum of Mankind is one of a kind museum reflecting 'lifelines' of tribal art, life and their aesthetics. Considered a pet project of state culture minister Laxmikant Sharma it has already cost the exchequer upwards of Rs 16 crore.
- It is the only museum in the world to have a vivid collection of pre-historic painted rock shelters. Located in one among the pre-historic sites of India, this great anthropological Museum is a replica of the tribal life.
- This museum of mankind is also renowned as the tribal habitat, where an open-air exhibition of contemporary tribal cultures and actual-size dwellings of typical tribal villages of Indian states are recreated. The habitat is open from 10 am to 6 pm every day expect on Mondays and national holidays.