Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is a white marble mausoleum located in Agra, India. It was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal

Thiruchendur

Thiruchendur is southern tip of India, in the state of Tamil Nadu, Lord Senthil Andavar Temple.

Rajasthan

Jodhpur - The blue city - The Land of Colors

Amritsar

The Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab

Munnar

Munnar a heaven of peace and tranquillity in God’s own country Kerala in South India.

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Dhamtari

Dhamtari

Dhamtari is in the fertile plains of Chhattisgarh.
The fertility of the land in the Dhamtari District is due to the Mahanadi River and its tributaries
(Sendur, Pairy, Sondur, Joan, Kharun, and Shivnath).

The Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary



Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary is named after the Sitanadi River which originates
from the middle of the sanctuary and meets Mahanadi River near Deokhut.

Makai Chowk


Ravishankar Water Dam (also known as the Gangrel Dam), noted for its sunsets



Lord Shiva Temple, Damtari





Dantewada

Dantewada

Dantewada (also known as Dantewara) a district in the state of Chhattisgarh.

Land Scape




Barsoor





Shiv Mandir Bacheli



Wooden Art





Handawada Water Fall




Bailadila Mountains








FAGUN MELA OF DANTEWADEI

Mines in Dantewada

Bilaspur

Bilaspur

Bilaspur district is not only famous in Chhattisgarh but in India due to its unique characteristics like rice quality, Kosa industry and its cultural background. Bilaspur district has a major contribution in the naming "Dhan Ka Katora" (Bowl of Rice) for the entire Chhattisgarh region.It is the administrative headquarter of Bilaspur district. Chhattisgarh.


The major river of Bilaspur district is Arpa


RATANPUR - The old capital of the Chhattisgarh state - Ratanpur there is an old fort which is till date in good condition. There is good attractive old sculpture on the stone over the frame of Ganesha gate. 
On the frame of this gate Idols of River Ganga-Jamuna can be seen. On entrance are glimpses of the Tandav Dance of Lord Shivji and statue of Brahma and Vishnu.


MALLHAR Hill



Talagram is famous for "Deorani-Jethani" temple




Shivrinarayan Temple



KUTHAGHAT dam 



Achanakmar Wildlife Sanctuary


Kharod 





Bijapur

Bijapur



Indravati National Park

Indravati National Park is a national park located in the Bijapur district. It derives its name from the nearby Indravati River. It is home to one of the last populations of rare wild buffalo.First Tiger Project of Chhattisgarh.



Bhairamgarh Wildlife Sanctuary



Pamed Wildlife Sanctuary
Spread over an area of 262 sq km, Pamed is one of the most important wildlife sanctuaries in Chhattisgarh



Surya Mandir in arwal





Bemetara

Bemetara

Bemetrian culture is influenced with the Chhattisgarhi ethics, rituals & customs. Likewise other chhattisgarhi region, The economy of Bemetara is based on the agriculture. almost 80% of people in Bemetara involve in their field & forms.



Sita Mandir



Somnath Temple is near Simga in Bemetara District of Chhattisgarh




Bastar

Bastar

Bastar District is a district of the state of Chhattishgarh in central India. Jagdalpur is the district headquarters.

Chitrakoot Falls

Chitrakote waterfalls, also called the mini Niagara Fall of India, bears the proud distinction of being the broadest waterfall in India. The majestic beauty is located 38 km from Jagdalpur in Bastar on the 
river Indravati.



Bastar Tribes


Bastar, the land of tribes and about 70% of the total population of Bastar comprises tribals, which is 26.76% of the total tribal population of Chhattishgarh. The major tribes of the Bastar region are the Gond, Maria, Bhatra ,Muriya, Halba,Dhuruva.




Bastar Art


Prominent amongst the Tribal arts is the Bastar Art practiced by the tribals of the Bastar- region.

The Bastar Palace
The Bastar Palace located in Jagdalpur is a historical monument which has an impressive art and 
architectural work with exquisite carvings and engravings on walls and ceilings.



Bhoromdeo Temple


The Bhoromdeo Temple is adorned with magnificently carved erotic sculptures. 
It also has a Shiva Lingam which is a striking piece of architecture.

Kanger Valley National Park

The Kanger Valley National Park, based near the Kholaba River has amazing wilderness and rich biodiversity.


The Indravati National Park

The Indravati National Park is another significant national park of the Bastar region. 




Kutumsar Cave


Natural caves abound in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh. Located in the Kanger Forest near Jagdalpur 
is the 330 meters long Kutumsar Cave, which is the second longest natural cave in the world. 

Kailash Cave

The Kailash Cave, located nearby, is also well-known for its natural carving of the idol of Lord Shiva. 
Other impressive caves in the Bastar region are the Dandak Cave, Kanger Cave, Karpan Cave, and Devgiri Cave, among others.



Tirathgarh Waterfall 

The Tirathgarh Waterfall located in the Kanger Forest is a wonderful site which also has an old Shiv-Parvati temple at the spot. Other smaller waterfalls include Kanger Dhara, Mandawa Waterfall, Chitradhara, and Tamada Ghumar. 



Bhainsa Darha Lake

Spread across thick bamboo forests is the huge Bhainsa Darha Lake, which inhabits crocodiles and tortoises.


Dalpat Sagar 

Dalpat Sagar is the largest artificial lake of Chhattisgarh and a major source of fish.






Videos
Chitrakoot Falls
The Madiyas Tribal Dance
Bison horn Maria dance
Tribal Village Bazar in Bastar
Bastar art brass work