Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary

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Sight Address : Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Amravati District of the state of Maharashtra. Edit

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Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary is a beautiful hill station replete with wildlife, lakes, waterfalls and viewpoints, located in the Amravati District in the Vidarbha region of the state of Maharashtra. It is situated at an altitude of 1118 m and has the added dimension of being the only coffee-growing area in Maharashtra. This city is named after Keechaka, who was killed by Bhima and was thrown into this valley, named ‘dari’ in Marathi. The valley thus came to be known as Keechakadara or Chikhaldara. It is the place where the Pandavas had taken refuge for year of ‘Agyatwaas’. It is also believed that Lord Krishna brought his wife Rukmini at this place.Chikhaldara is full of deep valleys, and these valleys are full of velvet mist and majestic trees and famous for its sanctuaries, scenic points and historical forts situated in and around the hill station. Chikhaldara and surrounding regions attracts a lot of nature lovers for its forests and the wildlife that thrives.

Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary

HistoryEdit

Chikaldara was discovered by Captain Robinson of the Hyderabad Regiment in 1823. The Englishmen found it particularly attractive because the lush green hue of the place reminded them of England. When the leaves fell in September/October, they were reminded of autumn in England. There was even a proposal to make it the seat of the Government of India.

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Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

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Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2-3 hrs.

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Amravati is on the Dule – Kolkatta National highway 6 which is well connected by road to other important towns and cities within the state. Regular taxis are available to reach the city.

Bus : The Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary is very well linked by road. Many towns and cities in Maharashtra are connected to the Sanctuary by means of daily, regular buses of state transport and private tour operators.

Train : The nearest railway station is located at Badnera, which is on the Central Railway Line. Many trains pass through this place and some of them are Nvajivan Express, Maharashtra Express, Chennai-Jodhpur Express and a few others. Badnera is located around 110 km from the Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary and one can reach the place by hiring taxis from the station. They cost around Rs 7 per km for a sedan.

Air : The nearest airport to Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary is located at Akola. This is situated around 150 km from the place. Taxis can be hired from the airport. Another closest airport is at Nagpur, which at a distance of 250 km from Chikhaldara.

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