Bhopal is located in the northwestern part of Madhya Pradesh, in the central region of India. It is situated on the site of an 11th century city, Bhojapal, founded by Raja Bhoja. Tourist attraction in Bhopal are Government Archaeological Museum, Taj-ul-Masjid, Bharat Bhawan, Van Vihar, Gohar Mahal, Regional Science Centre, Upper and Lower Lakes etc.