Raipur Tour

Raipur: A City of Culture and Archeological Remnants

Come and explore in the City of Raipur, one of the famous tourism destinations of India. Tour to Raipur India, gives the opportunity to visit some finest tourist places of Raipur city. Enjoy the sightseeing tour of Raipur, and get interacts to its rich culture and traditions. Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh was established by Ram Chandra, the Kalchuri King, in the late 14th century AD. For an enduring period, Raipur was the metropolis of the Haihaya Kings. Situated in the southeast part of Mahanadi River Valley with Raigarh on the east, with Durg on the west, Bilaspur on North and Bastar on south. The City of Raipur, the largest city in the region, is marked for its exuberant mineral resources. The city also houses some excavated Tourist places with historical importance.

Places of Tourist Attraction in Raipur:

Champaran Tour in Raipur: Earlier known as Champajhar, Champaran is the birth place of the renowned saint Vallabhacharya, the instigator and benefactor of the Vallabh Sect on whose name a shrine has been constructed in the village. Nearby Tourist places like Champakeshwara Mahadeva temple is a worthy visiting.

Tourists can visit Champaran during the carnival (April ? May), which take place at the time of the birth anniversary of Saint Vallabhacharya. The tourists, far from their mundane lives, can enjoy the traditional festival of the tribal people at that particular time. They can observe the women adorned in Saris swaddled in the 'Kachhora' style and embellished in classic jewelry. Men also follow the same tradition and wear Koundla, necklace made from the beads during the festival.

Two big well-equipped Dharmasalas are available for the tourists.

How to Reach Champaran Raipur: Champaran can be reached from Raipur via Arang (60 km) or Nawapara (68 km). Govt. Transport and local Buses are available from Arang and Raipur.

Tour to Turturiya Raipur: Situated on the coasts of the Turturiya Spring also known as Sursuri Ganga, Turturiya preserves the Buddhist's relics from the 8th century AD and the Brahmanical remnants of the later period. Visitors can observe here many beautifully sculptured colonnades, lingams, remains of bathing ghats, relics of a brick stupa, idols of Ganesha and silhouettes of four armed Vishnu.

Rest houses of Public Work Department at Balodabazar and Sirpur are available to stay in Turturiya.

How to Reach Turturiya Raipur: One can reach Turturiya from Raipur via Sirpur (102 km) or Balodabazar (113 km).

Laxman Temple and Gandheswar Temple, Sirpur: Situated on the coasts of Mahanadi River, Sirpur is a worth visiting excavated site which reveals stone pillars, temple sites, sculptures and Buddhist Monasteries which are remarkably good in condition. The temple sites of Gandheswar and Laxman need a special mention for the architectural excellences.

The Laxman Temple, one of the most exquisite temples in India, is marked for its exceptional sculptures and categorical edification, which are in an excellent condition. On the top of the gateway there is Sheshnaag, which serves as a canopy to Lord Shiva. The sides are allured by the epitome of Lord Vishnu, Krishna Leela embellishing symbols and lascivious curvings. The religious moiety of the temple is Vatayan, Chitya, Aja, Gawaksha, Karna Amalak, Kirtimukh and Bharwahakgana. These are curved in the colonnades of this typical Panchrath type of temple. Inside the temple, there are Garbha Grih (the main house), Antraal (the passage) and the Mandap (Shelter).

Those who visit The Laxman Temple never forget to visit the museum, which is established by the Archaeological Survey of India in the premises of the temple. The museum preserves numerous flimsy statues and the other significant remnants of Vaishnava, Shaiva, Jain and Buddhist faiths.

Sited on the coasts of the Mahanadi River, Gandheswar Temple is popular for its splendid architectural skill. This Shiva temple has been constructed using the architectural relics of bygone temples and vihars. Distinctive pictures of Shiva Leela at the top of the entrance enhance the beauty of the temple. Inside the temple there are numerous statues among which the statue of Buddha touching the earth needs a special mention. There are also other eye-catching statues of Shiva, Natraj, Garud Narayan, Varah and Mahisasur Mardini.

Rajim Tour: Situated on the shores of Mahanadi river, Rajim is popular for its temples among which Rajivalochana Temple is a must see temple. This temple is devoted to Lord Vishnu. The pillars of this temple are carved with all the important Gods and Goddesses of Hindus and that make the temple very special to the Hindus.

Wildlife Sanctuaries Near Raipur:

The tourists can also visit to few wildlife sanctuaries nearby Raipur like Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuaries, Udanti wildlife Sanctuary and Sita Nadi wildlife Sanctuary. These wildlife sanctuaries are the home of chinkara, deer, neelgai, spotted deer, Indian gazelle, kotri, sambar, wild dog, wild boar, wolf, jackal, wild dog, bison and many more.

Fairs and Festivals Observed in Raipur Chhatisgarh:

Hareli Festival of Raipur Chattisgarh: This festival is related to agriculture. During the month of Shravan the farmers worship the cows and farm equipments. During the festival the branches and leaves of Belwa Tree are placed in the field to pray for abundance of crops. The farmers also hang small branches of neem at the gateway of their houses to thwart diseases. Children who find gedi (walking on bamboo) interesting;, take part in gedi race.

Polo Festival of Raipur: This festival follows the footprints of Hareli Festival and it is celebrated by worshipping of Bullock. A bull race is the prime attraction of the polo festival of Raipur.

Teeja Festival Observed in Raipur Chhatisgarh: The married women pray for the well being of their husbands at their parents' place.

How to Reach Raipur:

How to Reach Raipur by Air: Raipur is connected with Delhi and other major cities like Bhubaneshwar, Jabalpur and Bhopal.

How to Reach Raipur by Train/Rail: Raipur is situated on the Mumbai ? Nagpur ? Kolkata rail route.

How to Getting Raipur by Road: Raipur is well connected with the cities with many National Highways. NH-43 links it with Vijaya Nagaram. It is also connected by road with many prime cities of Chattisgarh like Bhilai, Jagadalpur, Durg, Jabalpur, Bilaspur, Bhopal, and Rajnandgao.

Raipur thus is a city of old charm. The remnants of past temples, stupas, sculptures, bear with it the rich past of the city. The architectural excellences of the temples like Laxman temple attract thousands of admirers from all over the country. On the other, the tribal beliefs, culture and the festivals teach a lesson of trust, innocence and provide immense joy, which the modern people might have lost.