Raipur, capital of the newly formed 26th state of
Indian democracy, Chhattisgarh. The state was cut out of Madhya Pradesh
on 1st November 2000. The city is believed to be founded in the last
quarter of the 14th century, by the Kalchuri King Ram Chandra, this city
is centrally located in Chattisgarh and maybe that is why was chossen as
the states capital.
Raipur is the biggest city in the region and is one of the fastest
growing industrial centre not only in the state but India as well. The
establishment of Chili Steel Plant in the region has boosted the pace of
development of the city. City of Raipur acts as a stop on the way to
Kanha national park and also to Hirakud Dam near Sambalpur and Puri in
Orissa. This stopover can be very entertaining as the visitors can enjoy
various Buddhist monasteries and temples of this city.
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Raipur Travel Guide - City Guide Raipur
| Raipur Location: | The city of Raipur is lies in the centre of the state of Chattisgarh, with the Mahanadi River to its east and thick forests to the south. |
| Rainfall in Raipur: | 1200 mm. (July to mid-September) |
| Climate of Raipur: | Summer: 45 °C - 29 °C Winter: 27°C - 10 °C |
| Best Time to Visit: | October to March |
How To Reach Raipur: |
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| By Air: | Raipur is connected by Air with Delhi-Bhubaneshwar, Bhopal,and Jabalpur. |
| By Rail: | It is an important station of S.E. Railway on Mumbai, Nagpur-Calcutta Route. |
| By Road: | The National Highway 6 passes through the city and National Highway No.43 links it with Vijaya Nagaram. |
| Tourist Attractions: | Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum, Mahakoshal Art Gallery, Doodhadhari Monastery and Temple, Mahamaya Temple, Hatkeswar Mahadev Temple, Mahadev Ghat, Mathpurena, Budhapara lake, Champaran. |