Tourism of Chhattisgarh
Located in the southwestern part of the Chhattisgarh plain and surrounded by enchanting hilly tracts in the south, southwest and northwest, Durg district is one of the most important tourist destinations in Chhattisgarh. Durg is famous for its rich cultural heritage and its traditional folk dances, Raut Nacha and Pandwani, are enjoyed in all over central India. Apart from a rich cultural heritage, Durg also has many beautiful tourist attractions in the form of Temples, Gardens, Fountains, Zoo and more. Visit and explore the fascinating Durg on your tours to Chhattisgarh and experience a unique and unforgettable holiday tour. The famous Bhilai Iron & Steel Plant is a major tourist attraction of Durg. Maitri Bagh (Friendship Garden) is another major attraction in Durg district. Jointly developed by India and Russia, the Garden has a Zoo, enchanting Fountains, a Lake and Toy Train. The Zoo has an exciting variety of animals and birds including 4 White Tigers and Lions. Other not to be missed tourist attractions of Durg include the famous Jain Shrine of Parshwanath Tirth at Nagpura and the Ganga Maiya Temple at Jhalmala.
