Bhilai: Explore The Industrial City In Chattisgarh!

Bhilai is an industrial city visit you can have in the Indian state of Chattisgarh. This particular city belongs to the eastern central side of the Indian territory. The population rate of the city is also quite interesting, exceeding the mark of 1 million. Apart from the industrial aspects and prominence of the city of Bhilai, another important feature of the city is its excellence in the educational sector.

This city falls in the district of Durg in the state of Chattisgarh. Bhilai Steel Plant has got international fame and repute and is visited by a lot of tourists around the year. Moreover, the cost of living in the city of Bhilai is also quite lower attracting a lot of youth to find employment in the city and settle there. Let’s find out the other attractions of the city in detail. 

Dhamdha

This is also another city in the state of Chattisgarh worthwhile to visit if you have got plans to visit the city of Bhilai. Both cities are neighboring each other. This city has got a municipal corporation position in the administrative registers of the district of Durg. Accessibility to the city is also relatively easier and perfect for casual tourist setouts.

Unlike the city of Bhilai, the population in this city is lower. Moreover, you can see some forts and other historically relevant places in the city. So apart from the industrial vibes you can have a different experience by visiting the city of Dhamdha. From the city of Bhilai, you may need to travel a distance of around 35km in order to reach the destination of Dhamdha city. 

Tandula Dam

Most of the casual tourists visiting the city of Bhilai are also seen visiting this particular dam. However, this dam is not situated in the district of Durg just like the city of Bhilai. It comes under the district administration of Balod. It was in the year, 1910, that the plans for this dam project began at the administrative level. After a decade and a year, the construction activities got wrapped up and the official establishment date gets marked as 1921.

The dam is built in a confluence region of the rivers of Tandula and Sukha. Water from the dam caters to the drinking water, and domestic and industrial requirements of the regions of Bhilai, Durg, and many more. The best time to visit the dam is during the evening hours of the day. Sunset lovers are highly probable to fall in love with this visit. 

Siyadvei

This is a Hindu pilgrim destination found in the Bhilai region of the city of Chattisgarh. Apart from the spiritual and pilgrim aspect of the place, it has also got many connections with the historical side. Siyadevi refers to ‘Sita Devi’ in the holy text of Ramayana. Sita Devi itself is the main deity worshipped in the main shrine of the temple.

According to the believers, the location of this particular temple is said to be where Rama, Sita, and Lakshman stayed during their forest exile mentioned in Ramayana. Nearby the temple there is also a waterfall attracting a lot of casual tourists as well as pilgrim tourists to the location. If you would like to indulge in the best natural visuals of the location, it is advised to visit the location during the monsoon months of the year. 

Deobaloda Temple

Even if it is a pilgrim destination for the believers of Hinduism, this particular temple is often remarked as a historical landmark in the city of Bhilai. The main deity worshipped in the shrine of the temple is the Hindu Lord Shiva. The ancientness of the temple is what makes it a historical landmark in the city of Bhilai.

According to researchers and academicians, this temple belongs to the Kalchuri period in history. Today, the maintenance and management of the temple and its sacred premises are assigned to the Archaeological Survey of India. Mahashivaratri is the auspicious occasion celebrated with grand preparation and a crowd in the temple. 

Maitri Bagh

This is a zoological garden you can visit while on a vacation in the city of Bhilai. The translated meaning of the zoo, ‘Maitri Bagh’ is, ‘Garden of Friendship’. This friendship refers to the one established between India and Soviet Union. Considering the other tourist destinations in the city of Bhilai, a greater crowd is experienced in this particular location. This is an ideal location to hang out with your friends and family.

Taking your kids along would also amp up the experience you can have from visiting the zoo. Another peculiar feature letting the zoo stand out from the others is its size itself. This is the largest zoo you can visit in the territory of the state of Chattisgarh. It also occupies the first position in ancientness, with its year of establishment as, 1972. 

Hajra Fall

This is a scenic waterfall located in the state of Chattisgarh. The cascading measurement of the waterfall is around 1500 feet perfect to attract your attention and awe. Tourists are found flocking to the location of this particular waterfall on account of its picturesque and natural charm. The exact location of this waterfall is between the places of Gondia and Dongargarh. Apart from tourists, locals are also seen visiting this place on the weekends.

This waterfall does not belong to the district of Durg, but to the district of Gondia. The lush green surroundings of the waterfall are also quite captivating to the nature lovers visiting the location. You can also spend some time indulging in the natural peace and goodness nearby the falls. Solo travelers are also seen extensively nearby the falls. 

Civic Center

The perfect industrial city vibes of Bhilai would reach you when you visit the location of Civic Center. Moreover, it is also the most engaging tourist destination you can ever visit in the city of Bhilai. The amusement activities and recreations will definitely attract and entertain you while visiting the location. It is recommended to visit the center along with your friends or family in order to make the most out of it.

Moreover, if you are a shopping freak, this would become your favorite destination in the entire city. You will be able to buy a lot of things at cheap rates from the location. Apart from tourists, locals also prefer buying things from this shopping hub situated in Civic Center. The children’s garden built in the location of the park is also quite convenient if you are taking your kids along with you. 

Ganga Maiya Temple

Another pilgrim destination for Hindus is located in the Bhilai region in the state of Chattisgarh. Jhalmala is the exact location of this particular temple and it belongs to the district of Durg. Navratri is the most auspicious occasion celebrated in the location of this temple. During the eve of Navratri, a greater number of footfalls are witnessed in the temple and its nearby places.

Long-distance pilgrimages to the temple barefoot are one of the most practiced rituals of the temple. Round the year, the temple would be filled with casual tourists and pilgrims as well. As the name of the temple suggests, Ganga Maiya is the main deity worshipped in the main shrine of the temple. If you are more into Hindu pilgrimages’ colors and festive vibes, it is better to visit the temple during the Navratri season. 

Bambleshwari Temple

Another sacred destination for the believers of Hinduism is the state of Chattisgarh. It comes under the district administration of Rajnandgaon district. The view of the temple is quite magnificent even from a far-away distance since it is situated on top of a hill with an elevation of 1600 feet.

Accessibility to the location would be much easier since it is one of the oldest landmarks in the region. If you are interested in exploring legends, you can have a lot of them by visiting this temple in the state. The spiritual side of the temple is also quite intense so you will get that fulfilled feeling if your sole aim is a pilgrimage. 

Uwasaggharam Parshwa Teerth

This is a pilgrim destination again, but for the believers of Jainism. Sheonath river accentuates the visual beauty of the Teerth in almost all aspects. People visit this location not only to indulge in the divine pilgrimage but also to spend some time with the pleasing nature around the temple. The stones found on the premises of the temple have got inscriptions conveying Jain’s philosophical lessons.

You are required to follow certain codes of conduct while visiting the temple in order to maintain its strict decorum and divinity. The year of establishment of this particular Jain temple gets marked as 1995. You can also have access to the guest houses, garden, and yoga centers functioning in association with the temple. 

Best time to visit Bhilai: October-March

How to reach Bhilai?

Nearest airport: Swami Vivekanand Airport, Raipur

Nearest railway station: Bhilai Nagar Railway Station (BQR)

Conclusion

Feel the industrial hustle with some nature and prominent spirituality.

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