Bedaghat
This small village is one of the most visiting places in and around
Jabalpur district. This small hamlet is situated on the banks of Narmada
river and renowned for its incredible marble rocks. It is around 21km from
Jabalpur. The marble rocks soars at a height of 100 feet at either side of
the river. The serene environment of the place is also a great place to
spend few hours. The adventure lovers can hire a rowing boat and travel
through the 2km gorge and enjoy the breathtaking sights of cliffs. Also
marble rocks are their best form in moon light.
Kanha National Park
The famous national park,once famed for royal Bengal tiger, is now a
landmark preservation center of elusive barasingha deer. The park is
situated 160km southeast of Jabalpur and a home to various wildlife species
such as leopards, deers, tigers, black bucks, Indian elephant, Indian
peacock and countless species of birds. One of the prime attractions of the
park is Bamni Dadar, also known as Sunset Point that offers splendid view of
sunset against grazing sambhars and gaurs. Elephant safari is an excellent
way to view the wild from close quarters. The sightseeing on the back of an
elephant in the deep ferine is not to miss. Kanha museum inside the park
houses different tribal relics and attributes and activities related to the
park.
Dhuandhar
Literally in Hindi, it means smoke cascade and indeed it is. The roaring
and fierce waterfalls arrive from the Narmada, dives down the high marble
hills creating misty or smoky water falls. This mighty waterfall can be
heard miles away and rightly named " the roaring falls". The
waterfall can be reached by walking 2km uphill from the jetty. Along the way
is the beautiful carved Chausath Yogini temple. This circular 10th century
temple is dedicated to the goddess Durga. The temple is believed to be
connected to Gond queen Durgavati's palace by an underground passage. There
is only one budget hotels and a resort, which has six cottages for
accommodation in the vilage. Due to influx of large number of tourists,
there are small cafes mushrooming in the villages.
Bandhavgarh National Park
Bandhavgarh national park is located in the Umaria district, lies in wooded
Vindhyan mountains encircled by cliffs. Bandhavgarh is renowned for its high
tiger population. The park is covered with fine trees of sal, and on the
higher reaches of the hills, mixed forests are found. Bandhavgarh is haven
of wildlife animals. Wild attractions include, Nilgai, Chausingha, Chital,
Chinkara, Wild Boar and sometimes a Fox or Jackal. Apart from national park,
the park has ruined majestic Bandhavgarh fort. The fort and neighboring area
is dominated by number of caves belonging to prehistoric era.
