Kanger Valley National Park

My recent tour to one of the exciting national parks of India

Kanger Ghati or Valley is the national park of India located Bastar region, Chhattisgarh.  Chhattisgarh is wonderful state having lots of green areas. However, some part to the state is dangerous as a local terrorist is active in such locations. Keeping such a thing in my mind, I was prepared to handle any type of situation. It was the most dangerous but exciting period to my life. Kanger Ghati is declared as National Park by Central government of India in 1982.

Kanger Ghati is having dense jungle and deep valley. KVNP or KGNP is the short name of Kanger Valley located closer to Jagdalpur city of Bastar district. KVNP is listed in most beautiful parks with and densest jungle of India. It is the Biodiversity location with finest landscape, splendid waterfalls, popular underground limestone caverns; Bastar mounts myna and house of birds. The experience I got in this park cannot be compared with any other place. It might be there are lots of wonder locations around the world, but still I believe KVNP is the top place for voyagers, especially for nature lovers.

Scenic Kanger Valley is 34 km long with Biosphere Reserve. However, I will not bore you with my experience; It's better to discuss the attraction spots of KVNP. This valley starts from Tirathgarh waterfalls and ends at the Odisha state border. The distance of the valley is 33 km and land area are 200 km2 wider.

As KVNP is bio diversity area, and it is full of the jungle you will find the various flora and fauna here. Talking about wildlife of the park, there are countless animals to watch like Tigers, Mouse Deer, Leopards, Wild Cat, Sambar, Chital, Barking Deer, Langur, Jackals, Sloth Bear, Rhesus Macaque, Flying Squirrel, Wild Boar, Rabbits, Striped Hyena, Pythons, Cobra, Monitor Lizards, Crocodiles, Snakes and many more.

This park is located between the hill ranges known as Koleng and Kotamsar. The underground limestone cavern with drip stone is main attraction to the place.

Next attraction at the park is their waterfalls. Tirathgarh is the town having the best waterfall of the area. Kanger and Kolab are two major rivers flowing from this area.

Limestone Caves: There are huge limestone deposits in KVNP. You will be surprised after seeing these caves formed by the limestone. Some of the caves that are the world famous because of their layout are Kotamsar cave, Dandak Cave, Kailash Cave and Devgiri cave.

The key attraction of Kanger National Park

Tirathgarh Waterfalls: Striking place with best waterfalls. Local people refer this place as Milky Fall because of high-water pressure from the hills. The white color of flowing water from the rocks could be different experience for you.

Kotumsar Caves: Reach Kotumsar underground caves made of limestones. These caves are positioned at the only gap of 40 kms from Jagdalpur city. Such Caves are nearly 35 meters above the ground, and length is around 1371 meters.

Kailash Caves: The other place to visit in town Kailash Caves positioned in KVNP closer to Mikulwada. The distance between caves and Jagdalpur is 40 km.

Bhainsa Darha: A spot established at only 65 km distance from Jagdalpur. The river Kanger is always flowing with high pressure and because of that, many ponds are made. Remember one thing if you are planning to reach closer to this Darha, then you have to be very careful as Crocodiles are available here in the large amount.

Kanger Dhara: Another waterfall located in KVNP is the next place to visit located at 36 km distance from Jagdalpur city. The important feature of this place is you have to get the ticket and permission to reach Kanger Dhara. Visit the local forest department to get the permission as well as tickets for reaching the spot. This most interesting picnic spot is the best place for local people.

Dandak Cave: Last attraction of town is Dandak cave that is exactly same like Kotumsar Cave.

November to June is the best period to reach Kanger National Park.

How to reach Kanger Valley National Park?

Jagdalpur city of Chhattisgarh state is closest destination for KVNP. This city is connected through road from different cities of India. There are some barriers that you have to cross to reach the KVNP. For entering the park you have to reach Kotamsar and Netanar barriers. Kotamsar barrier is located at 27 km distance from City Jagdalpur. Buses for Jagdalpur are available from various cities of Andhra Pradesh such as Hyderabad, Vijayawada. The other barrier known as Netanar is located at 33 km distance from Jagdalpur. You have to cross Sargipal, the Bodal, the Murma, and then reach Netanar barrier.

The land area of park starts from 3 km of Netanar barrier. The major entry point of park starts from Kotamsar barrier.

By Air: Raipur is the closest airport located at 330 km distance from Jagdalpur.

By Rail: Jagdalpur is the closest railway station located at 27 km distance from Kanger Valley National Park.

By Road: Jagdalpur is the city having direct buses for KVNP. Reach Jagdalpur from Hyderabad, Bangalore and Vijayawada.

Dantewada - Best City of Chhattisgarh

NOTE: In recent time some disturbance between local administration and villagers has been noticed. Before visiting the region please assure about the latest news on Dantewada.

A perfect Indian tourist place Dantewada is our next weekend retreat spot. This beautiful city is located in Chhattisgarh State, India. This town is not much populated, but the surrounding is covered with dense forest. Calm scenery and mental peace is best feature of Dantewada. The nearby hills and countless rivers make this place first choice for voyagers. This tourist place of India is favorite attraction for nature lovers. Dantewada is district itself which means nearby places are also available for tourist. 

Lots of interesting locations are available in Dantewada and some best spots are temples and monuments. Pilgrims regularly visit the place and swarming crowd reach the spot at festive season. The temples listed important in region are dedicated to Goddess Danteshwari and Saint Bhairm Baba. 

Countless waterfalls are also available in the region and Bodhghat Sath Dhar is main spot. Its an ideal picnic spot where people love to spend more time. 

Some more shrines available for voyagers are Lord Ganesha temple, Mama Bhanjaa temple, the Battisa temple and Chandr Aditya shrine.

Major attraction of Dantewada:

Goddess Danteshwari Temple: this worship place is on the top of list popular as ancient temple. Construction of shrine was done in 14th century by Chalukya Dynasty kings. It’s a temple of Goddess Danteshwari representing symbol of female divinity. People believe this temple is part of 52 Shakti Peeths of India. 

Bailadila Mountains: A hills known as Bailadila are famous for rich place of raw iron. Around fourteen reserves are identified in this area in which just 3 are operational. The hills of Bailadila are turned into industrial site. 

Bodhghat Sath Dhar: Another wonder place famous for waterfall is available for you. This best Indian tourist place is formed by the grouping of 7 different parts of River Indravati. Dense and thick forest surrounded the area are able to give different feelings to visitors. Waterfall is 6 km far from Barsur Village. 

Barsur Village: A must visit village known as Barsur is popular for 147 shrines and ponds. However, you have to reach towards shores of River Indravati to attain the temples. According to sources the village was managed by rulers of Gangawanshi Kingdom in 840 AD. Village is holding best ancient temples of India such as Mama-Bhanjaa Temple, Battisa Temple and many more. 

Memory Pillars of Gamawada: if you are in the town then you must visit the place Memory Pillars of Gamawada. It is located at only gap of 14 km from central Dantewada. Gamawada is basically a small town and the pillars in area are built with rock hard stones. 

Mama-Bhanja Temple: the more impressive place of Dantewada is Mama-Bhanja shrine having idols of Lord Ganesh and Narsimha. Temple structure is similar to Dravidian style and it poses a height of 50+ feet. 

Attaining to Dantewada: 

If you are coming from Hyderabad then you have to cover the distance of 493 kms, though Kolkata is 1071 km far. 

By Road: Road is the easiest and best mode of transport to reach Dantewada district. The region is full of forests so state government is not taking any risk to damage the forest. Journey to this region will be always excited for the voyagers. Buses are easily available from various parts of the state Chhattisgarh. 

By Train: Dantewada station is connected through train from southern part of India. Frequent trains are available from Vishakhapatnam and charges for train are less as well. 

By Air: Dantewada is not having own airport but you can reach Rajahmundry as the city holding domestic airport and frequent flights are available for Rajahmundry. Dantewada is 216 km far from Rajahmundry. Other best airports to reach destination are Vishakhapatnam, Hyderabad, Bangalore and some more.

Jagdalpur - Best Place of Chaattisgarh

Do you believe that earth is heaven? If yes then we are going to discuss about the place that is exactly a breathtaking place with amazing locations. Today we have selected one of the best Indian tourist places Jagdalpur. This small but very impressive city is popular for thick forested landscapes, amazing waterfalls and full scenery areas. 

Jagdalpur is the city of Chhattisgarh State, India turned as valuable tourist place of India. If you are the nature lover and want to spend your holidays at eye warming place then visit Jagdalpur. The city is also famous for wooden handicrafts. Travelers are getting complete package of destinations in Jagdalpur.

We will go years and years back to learn the history of city. At the time of Ramayana this place was house of saint Valmiki. The great Emperor PrithviRaj Chauhan also spends his valuable time in Jagdalpur.

As this place is having religious values there are countless temples located in different portions of city. Shrines famous here are Sri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple and Danteshwari temple. once you plan to attain Jagdalpur then you must reach the popular waterfalls such as Chitradhara and Tirathgarh waterfalls. Niagara Falls is world famous and Chitrakot Falls is one of the member of Niagara falls.

If you are at Raipur or Vishakhapatnam then you can easily reach to Jagdalpur by covering the only distance of 300 kilometers.

Attraction of Jagdalpur:

Bastar Palace:An important spot for travelers in city is Bastar Palace constructed during the ruling period of Bastar rulers. Its momentous structural design will attract you that it will become memorable place for you.

Kotumsar and Kailash Cave: A finest spot located between 38-40 Kms distance from Jagdalpur is our next location. Kailash and Kutumsar Cave are placed in thick forest of Kanger National Park. You can easily reach to Tirathgarh waterfalls once you reach to Kailash cave.

Chitradhara Falls: Get the route for Chitradhara falls located at 19 Kms distance from Jagdalpur. This nature’s exquisite creation is all time favorite spot for travelers in city. You have to reach Pontanar Village to attain waterfalls area. River Indravati flows from this location and it is the source of Chitradhara waterfall. Height of falls is 100 meters and flow of water is for whole year.

Chitrakot Falls: Next spot we have for you is Chitrakot falls which is a part of Niagra falls. Travel for 48 Kms distance from Jagdalpur central part to reach spot. Experts suggest Chitrakot falls is one of the broadest waterfalls in India.

Tiratgarh Falls: Next ideal tourist spot is Tirathgarh Falls of Jagdalpur located in Bastar region. Its only 35 kms far in south-west direction of city Jagdalpur. You have to be little careful when you attain to Tirathgarh falls because it is located between the dense forest of Chhattisgarh. Here you can enjoy the Kanger valley that is full of scenic beauty.

Danteshwari Temple: A holy place Danteshwari temple is our next spot. The shrine is group of 52 Shakti peeth built by Chalukya Empire rulers. This shrine of 14^thcentury is amazingly built named after diety Danteshwari.

Some more attraction areas of Jagdalpur are Anthropological Museum, Bhairamgarh Sanctuary, Indravati National Park, Kanger Valley National Park, Sri Venkateswara Temple, Dalpat Sagar Lake, Ganga Munda Lake, Mandawa Falls and Thamada Ghumar Falls.

Attaining to Jagdalpur:

Bastar region is properly connected to various cities of India. Reaching Jagdalpur is not a difficult task as trains and buses are available for city in good volume.

By Road: Jagdalpur city is a well-known place of Bastar region and state transport is having direct buses for city from various parts of nation. Raipur is easiest location to reach Jagdalpur. Get NH 49 to reach the spot and Raipur is only 300 km away from city Jagdalpur. Buses for our destination is available from Kanker (150 KM), Dantewada (82 KM), Bacheli (120 KM), Vishakhapatnam (300 KM), Rajahmundry (300 KM), Bhadrachalam (250 KM), Vijayawada (420 KM), Hyderabad (550 KM) and Jeypore (80 KM). It is also having the link buses from various cities so overall road is the best transport mode to reach the Jagdalpur city.

By Rail: Limited trains are available for Jagdalpur. Kirandul of Dantewada region is the only railway station having direct train for Jagdalpur. You will get the 1 passenger train only for Jagdalpur. However, train is having sleeper coach so reservation is possible. Train is running daily between Kirandul-Visakhapatnam and reaching Jagdalpur. The train board from Jagdalpur at 9.45 am. However, it starts from Vishakhapatnam at 8.15 pm.

By Air: Closest airbase for Jagdalpur is Raipur domestic airport. You can get the train from Raipur to Jagdalpur. 

Note: The finest part of this train is you are absolutely going enjoy the journey because the train passes from fantastic breath-taking tunnels and Ghats. Semiliguda is the highest BG railway station of IR (Indian railways) that comes in the route between Jagdalpur and Raipur.  This wonderful journey is of 10 hrs and you will be able to view world’s best marvelous photographic sceneries. Train is just 1.5 km long full of iron operated with combination of 3 powerful electric engines. The reason of placing railway line in this region was to carrying iron ore from Bailadila to City Vishakhapatnam.