Chhattisgarh is full of ancient monuments, rare wildlife, exquisitely carved temples, Buddhist sites, palaces, water falls, caves, rock paintings and hill plateaus. Chhattisgarh’s 3 National Parks and 11 Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks are a major attraction for ecotourists. Also, the places like Bhoramdeo, Rajim, Sirpur, Tala, Malhar and Sheorinarayan in the state are prime sites for heritage tourism. Pligrimage tourist spots like Rajim, Champaranya, Dongargarh, Sheorinarayan, Girodhpuri, Dantewada, Ratanpur, Sirpur and others are prime destinations. There is, also, great scope for the promotion of modern adventure sports such as water sports, trekking, rock climbing, parasailing and bungee jumping
Weather
Summers during April to June, can be uncomfortably hot, with the mercury hitting the high 40's. Monsoon starts from the mid June and the rainy season lasts till October. Winters during November to January are cold but also a good time to visit the state.
Places of Tourist Interest
Bastar : Bastar was once one of the largest districts in India, bigger even than the state of Kerala and countries like Israel and Belgium. Its early history is obscure it is believed to have been established in the 11th century by the Nagavanshi dynasty who had their capital at Barsu. There is plenty to see and do in Bastar including the 70 year old palace, waterfalls, lakes and ancient caves. The hilly terrain and forests of the Kanger Valley National Park, which is situated in the centre of the tribal Bastar district, house a number of ancient caves. The Kailash Gufa, Kutumsar Cave and Dandak Caves are few caves which can be explored.
Bilaspur : The city of Bilaspur is approximately 400 years old. The name is derived from bilasa , the name for fisherwomen. It is the second largest city in Chhattisgarh, and home to its High Court . Bilaspur is known for its kosa silk and the quality of its rice. Ratanpur, Mallhar (Saravpur), Kutaghat Dam, Belpan, Khadia Dam and Kabir Chobutara are some of the attractions for the tourists.
Raipur : state capital was originally established by the Kalchuri King, Ram Chandra, in the last quarter of the 14th century AD. It is the biggest city in the region, fast developing into an important industrial center for large and middle scale industries. The region has its distinctive culture. Raut Nacha, Dewar Nacha, Panthi and Soowa, Padki and Pandwani are some of musical styles and dance dramas. There is a typical style of singing the epic Mahabharata, called Pandwani. Women wear the sari in a style called kachhora. Men wear a koundhi (necklace of beads) and kadhah (bangle) for ceremonial occasions, like dances. If in Raipur, one must visit Champaran, Turturiya, Laxman Temple and Gandheswar Temple, Sirpur and Rajim.
Raigarh : Raigarh is known Dhokra, the craft metalware created by hot wax casting and Silk which is of two types, tassar and mulberry, and is of high (export) quality. The main attraction of Raigarh are Ram Jharna, Gomarda Reserve Forest and Chakradhar Samaroh.
Durg : Situated in the south west part of Chhattisgarh, in the plains, about 35 km from Raipur and is rich in forests and mineral resources. The major attraction of Durg includes Bhilai Steel Plant, Maitry Baugh, Uwasaggaharam Parshwa Teerth and Ganga Maiya Temple.
Ancient caves, fairs and festivals, hill stations, wonderful waterfalls, picturesque palaces, temples, tribal culture and wildlife of the state makes plenty of reasons to visit Chhattisgarh.
Festivals & Events
Chhattisgarh is known for its traditional fair and festivals. Most of these have exuberance of ageold tribal traditions. Some of the major celebrations of the state are: Bastar Dassera Bastar Lokotsav Madai Festival Bhoramdeo Festival Goncha Festival Champaran Mela Narayanpur Mela Fagun Wadai Koriya Mela The Earth Festival The First Fruits Festival Chakradhar Samaroh Hareli Festival Pola Festival Teeja Festival Other Tribal Festivals
When to Go
The best season to visit Chhattisgarh is November to January
Interesting Fact
The tribal district of Bastar was once one of the largest districts in India, bigger even than the state of Kerala and countries like Israel and Belgium.
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