 Located at the edge of the scenic Maikal Hill ranges and to the south east of the famous Kanha National Park, Kawardha is a small but exceptionally beautiful town of Chhattisgarh. Famous for its exceptional natural beauty and unique cultural heritage, Kawardha offers an enchanting and tranquil retreat to its visitors.
Kawardha lies in a predominantly tribal region with the Gond and the Baiga tribes forming the majority of populations in the area. These tribes are mainly inhabited in the inaccessible forest areas, south of Jabalpur. Visit and discover the unique tribal life and rich cultural heritage of the region on your Kawardha Tour. On your tours to Kawardha, visit the beautiful Kawardha Palace.
On your tours to Kawardha, you can also enjoy exciting excursions. The 11th century AD Shiva Bhoramdeo Temples (18 km) are known for their exquisite stone carvings and illustrations of local deities. The temples are among major attractions of the region. The Saroda Reservoir, an artificial lake (12 km) is a beautiful and quiet picnic spot, offering boating and fishing facilities. You can also visit the famous 19th century Radha Krishna Temple having underground rooms and the holy water tank, nearby. The underground rooms at the temple and Ujiyar Sagar (a water tank) located adjacent to the temple adds to its charm. For wildlife enthusiasts, a trip to Sahaspur Wildlife Sanctuary (21 km) can be a rewarding experience. The beautiful and lush green sanctuary is home to a wide variety of wildlife including leopards, sloth bears, cheetah, jackals, jungle cats, etc.
How to Reach
By Air: Raipur (140 km), the capital city of Chhattisgarh, is the nearest airport from Kawardha.
By Rail: The nearest major railheads from Kawardha are Raipur (140 km) and Bilaspur (124 km).
Road: Kawardha is well connected by roads from Raipur (140 km) and Bilaspur (124 km) with regular buses plying between these locations.
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