Raigarh is a city in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. In the bygone times, it served as the capital of the princely state of Raigarh but was annexed and merged with the Indian union. It is emerging as an industrial town because of the continuous developments. It also houses the Mohan Mill, the oldest jute mill in India. Perched on the banks of Kelo River, Raigarh is hoisted at an elevation of 705 feet above sea level. It cascades an area of 7,086 sq. km. The climate of Raigarh is tropical in nature. The summers experience an average temperature of 35°C whereas, in winters, the mercury level sits on 16°C on an average respectively. Raigarh offers many places of interest that can be visited by the people. It includes the places like Pahad Mandir, Ram Jharna, Teepa Khol, Maa Chandrasini Devi Temple, Banjari Mandir and Gomarda Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Endowed with the beauty of nature in abundance, Jagdalpur is an agglomeration in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh. Due to its tantalizing surroundings, it has earned the title of 'tourism city of Chhattisgarh'. The soil of Jagdalpur has seen the reign of various dynasties, the brawl between the clans and many other events. Jagdalpur is elevated at 1,811 feet above the sea level and is hemmed with the perplexing surroundings. It unfolds across an area of 29 sq. km. Due to its location amid nature; the climate of Jagdalpur is subtropical in nature. The summers aren't searing but warm and have an average temperature of 39°C. The winters are pleasant and cool where the temperature falls down at 5°C on an average. The city receives an adequate amount of rainfall during the monsoons. The annual average rainfall is recorded 650 mm. Jagdalpur offers a bouquet of destinations to its visitors. The prime travel destinations in Jagdalpur are Kailash Caves, Teerthagarh Falls, Chitrakote Falls & Dalpat Sagar Lake. The religious attractions include the eminent names like Danteshwari Temple, Mavli Temple, Sri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple and much more.
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Kanker is a district located in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. It has its historical connections with the Neolithic age & the period of Ramayana and Mahabharata. It is said that the sages of that period used to meditate in the woods of Kanker. During the 18th century, Kanker also served as a princely state after the arrival of the British. The district of Kanker stands over small hillocks and unfolds over an area of 5,285 sq. km. The land of this district is fed by the waters of the rivers like Mahanadi, Doodhnadi, Hatkula, Sondur and Turu. The climate of Kanker is described as tropical wet in nature. Kanker faces dry summers and the median mercury level touches 39°C. The winter season arrives for a shorter period of time with a median temperature of 16°C. Kanker receives a high amount of rainfall with an annual precipitation level of 4500 mm. Kanker offers numerous tourist attractions to the visitors. The notable names on the list of places to see include the fort of Kanker, Gadiya Mountains, Malanjhkudum Waterfalls, Charre-Marre Waterfalls etc.
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Raipur is a beguiling town in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. Formerly, it was a part of Madhya Pradesh but was merged within the boundaries of Chhattisgarh in the year 2000. The city of Raipur is a historical vista & was ruled by different dynasties like Maurya, Kosala, Gupta, Sharabhpuriya and the Kallachauri. Till date, one can spot the ruin architectural marvels in the southern part of Raipur. Raipur is elevated at 978 feet above the sea level & unrolls across 226 sq. km. This settlement is fed by the crystal clear waters of River Mahanadi and is entrenched in the foothills of Maikal ranges. Such tranquil surroundings classify its climate as tropical. Raipur encounters warm temperatures amid the year. The median temperatures throughout summer remain 37°C and fall down at 13°C during winters. There are many places of interest that are flocked by the tourists in Raipur. The murky Maikal hills, Gandhi Udyaan, Wonderland Amusement Park, Nandanvan Zoological Park, Hatkeshwar Temple & the astounding banks of River Mahanadi are visited by the tourists on a large scale.
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Kondagaon is a small town located in the Jagdalpur district of Chhattisgarh. It came into existence in the year 2012 after the bifurcation of Bastar. This place is best known for the tribal crafts that have tagged Kondagaon as the craft city of Chhattisgarh. Kondagaon is hoisted at an altitude of 593 meters above the sea level. The major area of its land is covered with the tropical forests. These woods are a home to a wider variety of fauna in Chhattisgarh. The climate of this place is described as tropical in nature. It encounters normal temperatures during the seasons of summer and winter. The median mercury level during the summers remains 32°C. During the winter season, the average temperature of Kondagaon falls down at 14°C. Since Kondagaon isn't a big place, there are limited tourist attractions located there. The hillocks on the outskirts of the town are the only tourist site that can be visited for spending some time amid nature.
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Bilaspur is another well-known city of Chhattisgarh. This city was initially ruled by Kalachuri dynasty of Ratanpur. Later on, the Marathas were successful to establish their rule in the city. They ruled for a long time and in the 18th century, the British took over Bilaspur. Presently, Bilaspur is a counted amid the fastest developing cities in the country and has a well-establish network of the roadways, and railways. The city of Bilaspur is elevated at a height of 860 feet above the sea level. The land of Bilaspur, in a majority, is a semi-fertile plain and is considerable for growing the Rabi and Kharif crops. Perching on the banks of Arpa river, this city has a tropical climate. The summers are scorching as the average temperature scales between 33°C-39°C. During winters, it drops down and rests between 7°C-18°C. There are different places of interest in Bilaspur that are swarmed by tourists extensively. Achankamar Wildlife Sanctuary, Pataleshwar Temple, Amarkantak- the source of river Narmada, Bubble Island Amusement Park etc. are the places that shouldn’t be missed during the trip to Bilaspur.
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Bastar is a district in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. This district was a former princely state during the British Raj in India. Bastar is also mentioned in the Hindu epics Ramayana and Mahabharata. Initially, it was ruled by Bhavadatta Varman. After independence, this state was acceded to the Indian Union in the year 1948. The present-day Bastar is developing with a great speed. Spanning an entire area of 10,470 sq. km., Bastar is elevated at a height of more than 2000 feet above the sea level. Its terrains are fertile and are suitable for growing the Kharif crops. The waters of the river Indravati and Godavari are the chief sources for quenching the thirst of the dwellers of Bastar. This district has a humid climate. The summers are scorching as the median temperatures scale between 35°C-40°C. During winters, the temperatures fall down below 15°C. Bastar offers numerous attractions to visitors. The places like Chitrakoot, Teerathgarh, nearby woods, and the local markets are visited frequently by travelers and locals.
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Dhamtari is a city and a district in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. The name of this district and city is an abbreviation from 'Dhamma' & 'Tarai'. It was formed and officially declared as a district in the year 1998 after its separation from Raipur, the present-day capital of Chhattisgarh. Dhamtari is a home to the 3.31% of the total population of Chhattisgarh. Dhamtari rests at an elevation of 1,040 feet above the sea level. A major portion of its land is a fertile plain and is considered as appropriate to grow paddy. The river Mahanadi is the prime source of water here that is utilized for irrigating the paddy fields. The climate of Dhamtari is tropical in nature. The summers in this region are scorching as the average temperatures remain constant between 33°C-42°C. During winters, the weather becomes cold because the average mercury levels range between 8°C-17°C. A sufficient amount of annual rainfall is received by Dhamtari. Dhamtari offers various must-see places that are visited extensively. One can visit Bilai Mata Temple, Rudreshwar Temple, Sihava, Danteshwari Cave, the banks of river Mahanadi etc.
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27 (9 dist. new)
Total 135,194 km2 (52,199 sq mi)
Total 25,540,196 in (2011)
IST (UTC+05:30)
Hindi, Chhattisgarhi
