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How To Plan A Three Day Trip To Pachmarhi in July?

Located at the heart of India, Madhya Pradesh is a land of wonders to majority tourists. The state is blessed with abundant flora and fauna along with rich cultural heritage and historical locations. Whatever be your interest, Madhya Pradesh will never leave you disappointed and all the credits go to the numerous towns and cities … Continue reading “How To Plan A Three Day Trip To Pachmarhi in July?”

Located at the heart of India, Madhya Pradesh is a land of wonders to majority tourists. The state is blessed with abundant flora and fauna along with rich cultural heritage and historical locations. Whatever be your interest, Madhya Pradesh will never leave you disappointed and all the credits go to the numerous towns and cities that together make up the beautiful Madhya Pradesh!

One state that deserves special mention, especially if you want a good trip in MP within a short span of time (for three days or so), is definitely Pachmarhi. But the question is, since there are so many things to see, feel, enjoy and taste in Pachmarhi, how will you do it all within three days? First of all, you need to avail the Pachmarhi tour package from your trusted travel agency and then just follow the trip itineraries. So the Pachmarhi tour package sort out your three days trip?

  1. Day 1– Since there are numerous places to visit in Pachmarhi and you have just 3 days to spare, visiting only the special tourist attractions would be a wise decision. On the first day, visit the Pandava Caves, Bee Falls and lastly Dhoopgarh. One of the best places in Pachmarhi that will leave you bespectacled is the Pandava caves, a group of Buddhist temples carved in rocks belonging to the 9th century. Although there are many waterfalls in Pachmarhi, you will simply marvel at the beauty of Bee Falls with its cascade of glistening water coursing through the valleys. The last stop would be Dhoopgarh, the highest point of Pachmarhi at 1352 meter. You can very well imagine how picturesque it would be to view the sunrise and sunset from this point and this is the specialty of this place, undoubtedly!
  • Day 2– The previous day trip must have left you pretty exhausted! Hence how about a visit to another spectacular cave and a magnificent hilltop temple? that’s right! You will be taken to the Jata Shankar Cave and Chauragarh Temple on the second day. Like the Pandava caves, Jata Shankar Cave is also no less a beauty. Composed of mainly limestone, this cave again has a mythological tale to say: it is believed Lord Shiva hid himself from the wrath of Bhashmasur. This cave has naturally carved structures that look like Lord Shiva himself and hence the name. The Chauragarh Temple is located atop a hill at a height of 1326 meter; you can have a spectacular view of the surrounding hills and valleys. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva; most importantly you need to have great strength in your leg muscles for you need to climb nearly 1300 steps to reach here!
  • Day 3– The last day of your trip should be ended in a grand way. Hence, you will be visiting the Satpura National Park and the Duchess Fall. Begin with the Fall and then end both your day and the trip among the animals! Duchess Falls is yet another scenic waterfall and you can call it the Victoria Falls of Madhya Pradesh, unhesitatingly. At Satpura National Park, you can view various animals like tigers, leopards, bison and others from a close view as well as watch various migratory birds chirping here and there.

Conclusion- Thus your three day trip to Pachmarhi is sorted. With a visit to so many places within three days, you will surely have one of the best Madhya Pradesh tourism experiences. Remember! Book your tour package in advance so that you can enjoy the short trip in an organized way instead of hurrying at the last moment.

7 Interesting Facts About Pachmarhi Tour That You Must Know

Situated in the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, Pachmarhi is a precious gem of the state for many reasons. It is also called “Queen of Satpura”( Satpura ki Rani) and is believed to have an old association with the epic, ‘Mahabharatha’. The word ‘Pachmarhi’ can be divided into ‘panch’(five) & ‘mari’(caves) which recalls the legend … Continue reading “7 Interesting Facts About Pachmarhi Tour That You Must Know”

Situated in the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, Pachmarhi is a precious gem of the state for many reasons. It is also called “Queen of Satpura”( Satpura ki Rani) and is believed to have an old association with the epic, ‘Mahabharatha’. The word ‘Pachmarhi’ can be divided into ‘panch’(five) & ‘mari’(caves) which recalls the legend that these caves were built by the Pandava brothers of Mahabharatha during their thirteen years of exile. In 2009, Pachmarhi was declared as a part of UNESCO Biosphere Reserve as it is a home to various species of flora & fauna.

Pachmarhi has a lot of tourist attractions; if you are planning to visit this wonderful place, select the Pachmarhi tour package from your reliable travel agency and set out!

Let us look at some of the interesting facts about Pachmarhi that you should know:

 

1. Climate- The climate in Pachmarhi is very comfortable as it is generally warm and temperate. The summer months have much more rainfall when compared to winter. May is the hottest month with an average temperature of 30-degree Celsius while December is the coldest month with an average temperature of 15-degree Celsius.

2. Dhupgarh– Pachmarhi is popular for its sunrise and sunset viewpoints and the exact location from where you can view these is Dhupgarh, the highest point of Satpura
ranges at 1352m. You can reach this place by road or by trekking. At daytime, the place offers mesmerizing beauty with its lush green fields while at night, you can
see the lights of the neighbouring towns, twinkling like stars.

3. Chauragarh- This place is basically known as a pilgrimage site and also has Lord Shiva’s temple at the top. It is also the third highest peak and has a Chauragarh fort built by one of the kings of the Gond dynasty.

4. Bee hills and Bee fall- This is one of the most enigmatic waterfalls in Pachmarhi. The name is such because the waterfall sounds like a bee when heard from a distance. Here the water of a perennial stream tumble down 35 meters 7 is surely a spectacular view for all those who are nature lovers. When the water falls from a great height, the Fall looks like melting silver.

5. Duchess fall- Apart from the Bee falls, the Duchess fall is also a spectacular waterfall that you must see if you visit Pachmarhi. Although the road to reach this waterfall is very steep, it is worth taking the pains to reach here. It is also known as Jalawataran and lies in the lap of the grand Satpura range. You can call this place a paradise when you witness the water gushing down the hills and birds chirping away throughout the day.

6. Jatashankar and Mahadev caves- These are actually mountain caves with water dripping from them naturally. One can actually see the origin of a river, how the mountains feed the streams with fresh water and the water the mountain absorb during Autumn.

7. Apsara Vihar- Being a mountain stream, it creates a beautiful natural water pool. Gradually it descends down in a majestic way to form a spectacular waterfall in its course.

Conclusion- Pachmarhi does have numerous interesting facts that can attract you to visit this place at the earliest. Apart from these 7 facts, there are many more places in
Pachmarhi that will amaze you with its natural beauty.

Pave Your Way Through The Pristine Lands Of Panchmarhi

Located in the district of Hoshangabad, Panchmarhi is an exclusive gem of Madhya Pradesh that can be found tucked in the Satpura ranges. This pristine peace of land is also known as the the “Satpura Ki Rani” as it is the crowning jewel of the region. Expect to be bowled over by the beauty that … Continue reading “Pave Your Way Through The Pristine Lands Of Panchmarhi”

Located in the district of Hoshangabad, Panchmarhi is an exclusive gem of Madhya Pradesh that can be found tucked in the Satpura ranges. This pristine peace of land is also known as the the “Satpura Ki Rani” as it is the crowning jewel of the region. Expect to be bowled over by the beauty that the place exudes and be assured that a single visit would definitely not do the place any justice. Away from the chaotic everyday life and the constant bustle, the hills in Panchmarhi indeed offer a welcome respite from the daily struggles. The land is also considered a holy pilgrimmage site as it is believed that the Pandava brothers (from the epic tale of Mahabharata) had spent part of their years in exile here.

MP tourism packages stress on the importance of visiting these tranquil lands that are cut-off from the urban civilisation. The tourism department had undertaken painstaking methods  to build tracks that carry visitors through the dense forests of bamboo and sal forests. The land of Panchmarhi that sits at a height of 1100 mts has been declared by the UNESCO a popular biosphere reserve for its rich flora and fauna. Indeed, you would be hard pressed to come out of these lands without being inspired and thankful for the bountiful nature that surrounds us.

Take a look at a few of the many offerings that Panchmarhi provides for the weary soul:

1. Chauragarh

It is located around 4kms away from the famous caves of Mahadev and is usually overshadowed by the might of the other touristy locations. The landmark is a beautiful place to be in and makes for quite an experience after a hectic day’s schedule.

2. Handi Kho

This is one of the many eye catching tourist locations that draw travellers from all over the world making them feast their eyes on the spectacle. Handi Kho is a gorge that is tapered that has extremely steep edges. It stands at a height of almost 300 feet and makes quite a sight for sore eyes.

3. Jatashankar

The place is another one of the many sacred caves present in Panchmarhi and is can be found situated under a huge but loose stone. “Jata” is Hindi implies the tangles of hair and the cave of Jatashankar is thus named because it has an uncanny resemblance to the tangles and knots present in Lord Shiva’s hair.

4. Apsara Vihar

In the mood for a round of picnic? Apasara Vihar has got you covered. The pool can be accessed from Jai Stambh. Although the pool is a shallow one it makes for quite an experience when you reach the place with you friends and family.

5. Pandava Caves

The Pandava Caves are arguably one of the most popular sites to visit, thanks to the legend of the brave Pandava brothers making the place their home during their years of exile. The caves are naturally made of sandstone and are now considered sacred. The site has been conserved as part of the heritage culture and steps are taken to safeguard it.

Enlist the help of i4u Travels Services and have access to tailor made MP tourism packages. Rest assured knowing that you would have the perfect lodging and sight-seeing experience letting you create memories for a lifetime.