Chitrakoot Falls, located in Bastar district of Chhattisgarh state, known as Niagara in India, is the main attraction of Bastar district. Jagdalpur, a municipality in Bastar district, has historical significance since it was mentioned in Valmikis epic Ramayana. When you visit Chhattisgarh, you will find many places to enjoy in addition to spectacular waterfalls, mountains, valleys, forest greenery, caves and streams will entice you at every step of exploring this tribal region. The main place of folk art and handicrafts, this place will give you a taste of tribal life through the festivals of Goncha and the traditional tribal dance called Raut Nacha. You can shop for some jewelery made of mixed metals, shells, cows, bones, copper and bronze. Which the tribal women of the region wear. You can find delicious Chhattisgarhi dishes like Pakhal Bhat, Angkari Roti, Kosar and rice flour along with chapatti can provide pleasure to your tongue and stomach. The one thing that you will never forget to come here is a pure desi dish called Mahuva which is made of small creamy white fruit with the same name. The best time to visit this place is between October and March. The nearest airport to Bastar is Raipur which is located 300 km from Jagdalpur.
Bastar Palace is an ancient construction. When the kings of Bastar shifted their capital to Jagdalpur. The palace is rich in architecture. And it tells the stories of the bravery of the rulers. Who ruled the land. This beautiful area has been awarded with excellent natural beauty which attracts travelers due to this place. Bastar region is also famous for its forests. Which is loaded with bamboo, sal, teak, wood, rosewood and spore. Bastar is famous as Kashmir of Chhattisgarh because the whole area is surrounded by lush green mountains, beautiful waterfalls and streams and an abundance of natural caves.
It is one of the tribal areas of India. Bastar was bigger than the state of Kerala and also in some countries of Europe. These forests, fed by the waters of the rivers Indravati and Godavari, are inhabited by various species of flora and fauna and have the largest population of different tribes. Bastar was founded in the 11th century by the Nagavanshi kings. It is also known as Dakshin Kosala. And the rule of Kalchuri kings and Marathas as well. This is the area where Lord Rama along with his brother and wife lived in these forests during the exile of 14 years.
Known for its dense forests and rich mineral resources. Bastar is the most important travel attraction. Which is located on the Mount Abujmar in Chhattisgarh, India, Chitrakoot Falls, Kutmasar Caves, Jagdalpur, Tirathgarh Falls, Mama Bhanja s Temple, Danteshwari Temple, Shiva Temple and Ganesh Temple, apart from this, there is a granite Shivling located in Garh Gobarhin. Which is considered to be an important tourist destination located in Bastar of Chhattisgarh.
Importance
Famous for tribal land and Chitrakoot.
State :
Chhattisgarh
How to Reach Bastar
Complete List of Tehsils in Bastar District, Chhattisgarh