Chhattisgarh, one of the few landlocked states in central India, is a treasure house of natural beauty. Tourists wanting to experience the raw side of nature will find themselves at home here. It is its rusticity that makes you fall in love with it. Dense forests abound in the state, and in them, reside various tribes, each with their unique customs, traditions and way of life. The points of tourist interest in Chhattisgarh also include ancient temples and towns which have constantly attracted historians and archaeologists. There are plenty of wildlife sanctuaries which house a rich wildlife, with the gaur never ceasing to surprise onlookers. Other must visit tourist attractions include dams, museums and waterfalls.
Chhattisgarh is one of India’s youngest states, with some of its oldest cultural and natural wonders. It is a destination on the rise, set right in the heart of the country, sharing borders with seven other states. Let your wanderlust free as you explore its industrially booming cities, dense teeming jungles, myriad exotic landscapes, historic allure and timeless tribal traditions. This is a getaway that promises to be authentic, intimate and memorable.
By planning your trip according to the best time to visit Chhattisgarh, you can enjoy all your favourite activities at your own pace, surrounded by only a few or if you’re lucky — just you! A true break from the usual overcrowded tourist spots. You will be heartily welcomed by locals eager to share their way of life, the beauty of the Chitrakote Waterfalls and tribal villages of Kanker or Kawardha, the countless celebrations like Goncha Festival, Damakheda Fair and Dantewada Fair and the pristine surrounds of Indravati and Kanger National Parks. Surely, you’ve already been transported in mind, so here’s a guide to help you decide the best time to be there in person.
Peak Season — The winter months from October to February is considered the best time to visit Chhattis-garh, with a dramatic drop in temperatures offering the highest number of activities and experiences in store.
⇰Shoulder Season — July to September
⇰Low Season — March to June
⇰Travel Season
⇰Min / Max Temperature
⇰Season
⇰March - June
⇰21-42°C
⇰Extreme heat, dry
⇰July - September
⇰27–37°C
⇰Heavy to moderate rainfall
⇰October - February
⇰14-30°C
⇰Cool, pleasant
Chhattisgarh In Summer (March to June)
Temperature - Summers see temperatures rise very high, even breaking the 40-degree mark at its peak. Early mornings or very late nights can see it go down to the low 20s.
Weather - Chhattisgarh experiences typical tropical weather and is completely land-locked, which only typifies the climate. While weather can differ from region to region and certain cooler micro-climates can be found, summers are characteristically hot with the sun bearing down throughout the day.
Significance - This is a state that loves a good celebration and there are plenty to witness during the sum-mer months. The most significant of those include the Bhormadeo Mahotsava in March, Dongargarh Ma-hotsav in April and Ramgarh Mahotsav in June.
Why you should visit - Summers make a good time to visit if you’re one who likes to explore places when they are at their least crowded. The heat deters most tourists, so all the regular activities like sightseeing or dining out automatically become more personal. It’s also a great season for wildlife spotting as the watering holes draw all the animals out in perfect view.
Things to know before the visit - Plan an itinerary that suits the season and come prepared for the weather conditions.
Tips - Protection from the sun and heat is most important to have a smooth summer vacation in Chhattis-garh. Light cotton clothes offer the most comfort, while hats, sunglasses and sunscreen are an absolute must before leaving your hotel room. Always have a bottle of water on hand to stay hydrated!
Chhattisgarh In Monsoon (July to September)
Temperature - The rain brings timely respite, arriving in full force by July and lasting till October. Even though the temperatures can get high with humidity, there’s always a shower or two around the corner to moderate the conditions.
Weather - Monsoon is important for Chhattisgarh in terms of its agricultural roots, with heavy to moderate rainfall as the norm — approximately 50 inches annually — perfect for the “Rice Bowl of India”. Rains can get quite heavy on some days while other days you won’t see more than a light drizzle. But this slight unpredictability only adds to the charm of the season.
Significance - The festivities continue into the rainy season, giving travellers a host of unique experiences to sample. This includes the Kudargarh Mahotsav in July, Teeja and Pola Festivals in August and Ratanpur Mahotsav in September. However, literally everything you do or see will have that special appeal.
Why you should visit - Monsoon returns a lushness to the greenery of the state and enlivens the rivers, lakes and waterfalls. Nature lovers and couples on a romantic adventure would enjoy the most. Treks become escapades, meals become moments and sightseeing becomes immersive.
Things to know before the visit - The rains can make it quite difficult to access certain forest and moun-tainous regions. This connectivity issue means accepting that you might have to skip a few destinations, but there’s still plenty to see and do.
Tips - Monsoon getaways need a bit of extra packing and planning. So, keep enough room in your bags for proper rain gear including a wind-cheater, umbrella and boots. Carry some plastic coverings for your electronic items. Unhygienic restaurants and stalls must be avoided during this season. Don’t forget the mosquito and bug repellents!
Chhattisgarh In Winter (October to February)
Temperature - The coming of winter sees temperatures drop to a very pleasant range, with days usually in the early 20s and the nights as low as 12-15 degrees.
Weather - The heat and humidity subside, making way for a cool, light winter that’s simply ideal for out-door activities. Days are pleasant and evenings can get quite windy. Weather patterns can differ across the varied topography of the state, with the forests or higher altitude regions naturally colder than urban centres.
Significance - This is the period when the state comes most alive with festivities like the Gond Festival of Madai or Dussehra in Bastar. It is also when many outdoor sites become accessible, including the Kailash and Kutumsar limestone caves. The whole state becomes accessible so you can see as much as possible.
Why you should visit - Take a spiritual tour of temples and holy sites, let out your adventurous side traversing the many caves, waterfalls, hills, rivers and plateaus, see the vibrant tribal culture first-hand, indulge in unique food experiences — this season offers the best of Chhattisgarh and allows travellers of any kind to find the experience of their choice.
Things to know before the visit - Be winter ready! Some parts of the state aren’t always tourist-friendly so do plan your itinerary accordingly and respect the local ways.
Tips - Chhattisgarh winters can be described as light woollen weather, so you don’t need to pack the warmest clothes you have but do pack enough long sleeves and basic layers. During the day, a shawl or scarf could suffice. Moisturiser, sunscreen and lip balm are other essentials.
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Chhattisgarh is newly formed state, located in the central part of India. Chhattisgarh borders the states of Madhya Pradesh in the northwest, Maharashtra in the west, Andhra Pradesh in the south, Orissa in the east, Jharkhand in the northeast and Uttar Pradesh in the north.
How to Reach Chhattisgarh
By Road:
Chhattisgarh has an excellent road network. All district headquarters, tehsils and development blocks are connected with good all-weather roads. The 11 national highways passing through Chhattisgarh together constitute 2,184 km of roads in the state, connecting from all the major cities in India.
By Train:
The rail network in Chhattisgarh is centered around Bilaspur, which is the zonal headquarters of South East Central Railway of Indian Railways. The other main railway junction is Raipur, followed by the Durg Junction, which is also a starting point of many long distance trains. These three junctions are well-connected to the major cities of India.
By Air (Flights):
The main commercially operating airport is in Raipur, it has regular flights from the top cities of the country, i.e. Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bhopal and Indore. It is also connected to Jaipur, Nagpur, Bhubaneshwar, Ahmedabad, Gwalior, Chandigarh, Hyderabad and Bangalore.
Airports in Chattisgarh: Raipur Airport, Bilaspur Airport, Jagdalpur Airport. There many other upcoming airports and air strips which will start soon to improve the air connectivity in the state
Situated in the Northern part of Mahasamund district, the wildlife sanctuary was established during 1976 on a huge area of 245 Sq.km. The sanctuary is a huge hit and ranks the seventh position in the popular attractions of Raipur.
Highlights – Lying on a flat and terrain area, the sanctuary gives shelter to number of Tigers, leopards, porcupine, pythons, antelopes, bison and many other species. As you walk in through the muddy paths, parrots, herons, egrets, black bucks, porcupines, monkeys, pea fowl and other species are sure to catch your attention, and you are sure to get surprised by seeing the barking deers.
Location – This richly vegetated unique wildlife sanctuary is 100Kms away from Raipur and 45kms away from Mahasamund City
Timings – The sanctuary is open on all days from 7AM to 6PM
Price – Paid Entry
RajivaLochana Mandir literally means “the beautiful one-eyes” and represents Lord Vishnu. The temple depicts significantly the example of the architecture of Mahakosala.
Highlights – The temple consists of twelve pillars, each of the pillars are beautifully carved with figures of various God and Goddess like – Lord Vishnu, Lord Rama, Lord Narasimha and Goddess Durga. Standing at the congregation of three rivers – Pairy, Sondhu and Mahanadi, the temple impresses its tourists with its main design made of Chaitya arch wooden motif. If you observe closely you can also make out that the shrine entrance has been adorned with the sculptures of Snake Goddess.
Location – The temple located in Rajim, near Raipur was built during the 8th century
Timings – The shrine is open on all days from 6AM to 7.30 PM
Price – No entry fee for visiting this temple
The Warangal ancestral deity of the Chalukya kings got established as Danteshwari near the congregation of Dankini River and Shankini River and hence this place was named as Danteshwari.
Highlights – This temple is built in dedication to Goddess Danteshwari, the highlight of this temple is that this is one of the 52 Shakthi peethas in the Whole country. As per the legends this is the place where the tooth or Daanth of Sati fell during the Satya Yuga. The Goddess is taken out for a huge procession during the Dusshera time and hence tourists can pay homage to this temple during this time and also light the Jyoti Kalashas.
Location – The temple is situated in Dantewada to the south-west of Jagdalpur
Timings – Best for visit is during Navarathri time
Chitrakot Waterfalls
The waters of River Indr?vati flows from the Vindhu Mountain range to form the Chitrakot waterfalls. Often called as India’s Niagara Falls, this is the top attraction and largest waterfalls of India and is great to visit during the rainy season.
Highlights – This horse shaped wonderful waterfalls is dense and thickly forested, giving the spectators a great view to enjoy. The areas surrounding the waterfalls are simply stunning and captivating. The beauty of the place enhances as you watch the birds sitting at the corners of the waterfalls, the gushing noise from the waterfalls will linger in your ears even after you come out of the waterfalls.
Location- The waterfalls is located around 50 km away from Jagdalpur of Bastar District and hardly 270 Km from Raipur
Timings – Open all days from 6.30AM to 6.30PM
Price – Entry to this waterfall is free of cost
Rajeev Smriti Van
Built in memory of Former Prime Minister LT. Rajeev Gandhi, this place is a unique Ex- situ conservation site. Built over a huge area of 14 acres, this Van was developed to create public awareness towards conservation of Nature.
Highlights – The unique feature of Rajeev Smriti Van is that everything over here runs on Solar Energy, this is a must visit place mainly if you are travelling with your kids. It gives a marvellous view and explains about the nature, trees and environment. Once you are completely done exploring this Van, you can visit the nearby attractions like Balaji Temple, Bastar, Arang, Champaran and Bhilai
Location –This Van is located hardly 12 km away from Raipur city
Timings – The Van is open for public from 8AM to 6.30PM on all days
A rare heritage property is this Mahakoshal art Gallery. This art gallery showcases all the artwork of the local people, the building also hosts a number of art exhibitions.
Highlights – The limelight of the art gallery is that the gallery is in the octagon shape and hence is a centre of attraction for tourists visiting Raipur. It is reviewed that this gallery itself is a piece of art to be explored. The visitors after exploring this white stone gallery can go down to nearby places like Shaheed Smarak complex, Bastar, Arang, Gandhi Udyan Park and Bhilai.
Location – This gallery stands tall in the heart of Raipur adjacent to Mahant Ghasidas Museum and is hardly a KM away from Jaistambh Chowk.
Price – The entry fee to the Art gallery is only Rs1/only
Purkhauti Muktangan is developed by the Cultural Department of Chhattisgarh Government and is spread over a huge 18 hectare of land. It exhibits the entire natural resources with existing industries and infrastructures.
Highlights – The building is a sole tourist attraction spot as it captured a place in the VISION 2020. This is a nice place to understand the culture of the local tribes and gives a lot of knowledge to the kids. Everything is available inside the premises, so you and your family can roam around and explore the place leisurely; the key highlight is that you can see the Whole of Chhattisgarh under one roof at this theme park cum museum, catch the glimpse of models like Kawardha, Folk dance model and Jagdalpur forest at this gallery.
Location- It is situated in Naya Raipur of Chhattisgarh and is hardly 19Km away from Raipur
Timings – Open on all days from 7AM to 6PM
Price –Entry fee for children below 12 years – Rs2/- and for above 12 years Rs 5/-
Want to get back into the glorious past and explore all those ancient temples? Visit Bhoramdeo Temple, this temple was constructed somewhere during the 7th -11th century and is called as the Khajuraho of Chhattisgarh.
Highlights – Bhoramdeo Temple offers a spectacular view of the whole city, the exquisite feature of this temple is that is beautifully decorated and looks spectacular. The temple has many religious sculptures and erotic sculptures as well. If you are a lover of ancient India, then you have to pay a visit to this temple and see how the Shiva Linga is beautifully sculptured.
Location – Standing amidst the charming environs of Maikal mountains and thick green lush forests, This temple complex is built at the foot of Maikal range of hills, and is 18Km away from Kawardha
Timing – There is no specific visiting time as the temple is open from Dawn to Dusk
Price – No entry fee for entering into the temple
If there is any spot that will provide you with a combination of fun, entertainment, picnic and adventure, it is this Tirathgarh Falls at the Kanger Valley national Park. This is one of the best-known picnic spots in Jagdalpur as well.
Highlights – The most stunning waterfalls in the whole of Chhattisgarh is this waterfall, the limelight of this waterfall is that the falls over here split into multiple falls as it flows down and gives a Stunning view for the spectators. This is also an ecotourism spot as it enjoins the Kanger Valley national park. When you are done with seeing/enjoying this 300 feet fall, you can spend some spiritual time at the small temple that is located opposite to the falls over a huge rock.
Location – Towards the South-west of Jagdalpur at a distance of 35Km lies this magnificent waterfalls.
Timings – Can visit this waterfall at any time, though monsoon season will be great to see the sprinkling falls
Kanger Valley National Park (Jagdalpur)
Established during 1982, the Kanger Valley National Park is bounded by numerous villages on all of its sides. Deriving its name from the Kanger River, this National Park Is declared as one of the Asian Biosphere Reserve.
Highlights – The highlight of this Park is its Location and surrounding, the Park is surrounded by a rich biodiversity of fauna like Chikara, barking deer, Chital, jackal, hyena, wild boar, buck, drongo and some rare mouse deer. You can show your kids the animal world over here instead of showing them in the animal book, apart from this, the rich flora like fungi, algae, bryophytes and pteridophytes add beauty to the park. Last but not the least complete the trip by taking the Safari rides.
Location – Situated on river Kolab, this 34Km long park is 27 km away from Jagdalpur
Timing – The Park is open on all weekdays from 7AM to 6PM
MM Fun city, Raipur
Located on an expanse of huge acres of land, this water cum Fun amusement park in Raipur is the most loved entertainment destination. It is an awesome fun world to enjoy with family and friends.
Highlights – The Fun City boasts of its various Fun water slides, rain dance, kid’s zone, restaurant, wave pool and family pool. The Cluster of water rides available over here will in various shapes and models will make your ride delightful. The other popular draws are the rain dance, banquet, restaurant and Lawns. When you and family get tired you can take rest in the AC rooms, and be secured as you can store your belongings in the safe locks provided by the authorities. Five to six hours won’t be enough to get the masti and dhammal from here, you will long for more!
Location – The MM Fun City is located on the Baktara Godhi Road at Raipur
Timings – Open on Weekdays from 10.30Am to 7Pm and Weekends from 10.30 Am to 8Pm
Price – Tickets Rs 320/per person, Rs 380/ per person family and Rs 480/ single person (stag)
Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum
If you have a keen interest in architecture or history, you should probably visit the Mahant Ghasidas Memorial museum when you come to Raipur. Established by Raja Mahant Ghasidas during 1875, the museum is more of a preservation site that houses various objects of Anthropology, natural history, archaeology, paintings and Arts, Crafts.
Highlights – The museum’s library deserves a special mention as the second-floor stocks some of the finest collection of images, coins, sculptures, inscriptions and other items, on the other hand the first house showcases objects relating to nature including various mammals, birds, snakes and more.
Location – The museum built in the British architectural style is located in Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Timings – Open to public on all days from 9.30AM to 6PM
Price – Paid Entry
Maitri Bagh
A man made water body that Symbolises the peace between India and USA is Maitri Bagh. This friendship park is a huge attraction among tourists who visit Chhattisgarh and it happens to be the biggest zoo of Chhattisgarh
Highlights – Maitri Bagh literally means Garden of Friendship, so to enjoy the place go with your friends and experience the top attractions that it provides. The Park cum Zoo can also be your favorite picnic spot, go around and sit beside the beautiful lakes, play at the gardens; you will get awe-stuck seeing the musical fountains at the garden, and when you are totally exhausted, take the toy train Maitrey Express ride and come across the whole Zoo. Finally take a picture of the whole Zoo from the pragathi Minar and end your trip
Location – Maitri Bagh is located in Bhilai, in close proximity to Bhilai Waterworks
Timings - This zoo is open from 10 AM to 5PM on all days of the week
Price – Entry fee to this Zoo is Rs 5 only
Kailash and Kotumsar Cave
Kailash and Kotusmar Cave is not only a unique cave, but is also the second longest cave in the whole world. The cave discovered in 1993 stretches to an area of 100m.
Highlights – The uniqueness of the cave is that it can’t be accessed beyond a certain point due to lack of oxygen flow inside the deep cave. This two-kilometer-deep cave looks stunningly gigantic amidst the dense forests. Want to get some fun? Clap your hands inside the cave and you will hear back musical sounds vibrating from the hollow walls. Once you are done exploring the cave, pay a visit to the adjacent Kanger National park also
Location – The cave is located just beside the Tirathgarh Waterfalls and about 40 Km away from Jagdalpur
Timings: The cave is open from 7AM till 7PM
Purani Basti of Raipur is one of the oldest known civilisations of the present India. The name translates to “Old Colony” In English and it is regarded as one of the richest cultural bases of Central India.
Highlights – It is believed that the parent of barter system “Turi hatri” the first commercial market for fruits and vegetables began here; it was also a hub of business fairs and auto-expos. Visitors may think what is great about this place, but there are many things to see in the immediate vicinity like the Modern markets, malls, stadiums, race course, gym, Sports club and local fairs. Apart from this, the place holds a special significance as the “Nadi Pahad” – a famous game was invented here.
Location – Purani Basti is a sub-location falling under the Basti Sardar and is near to Raipur
Chhattisgarh Travel Information
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