India /Chhattisgarh /Surguja /Ambikapur

Ambikapur is a perfect location with temples, caves, hills, rivers, hot water springs and spectacular waterfalls. In and around Ambikapur there are many temples that spiritually enlighten their visitors. They are Mahamaya Mandir to the east of Ambikapur, the Buddha temple in Mainpat, the Shiv Mandir in Shivpur and the Nageshwar Shiv Mandir near Ambikapur. According to Dalton, these temples should have been built during the reign of the kings of Balands during the 17th century, the original rulers of Korwa state. Ancient sculptures in places like Ramgarh, Dipadih and Kudargarh are mind blowing in their artistic beauty. tourist can see the early inscriptions of love, the first in the world, at the Jogimara Caves. Tattapani, Rakasganda and Sitabengara are the spots famous for hot water springs while the Semarsot Kailash gufaa has a natural Shiv linga in a cave and a spectacular water fall. Among the other outdoor tourist attractions are Ramgarh hill, Deogarh, Thin-Thini Patthar, Pawai Water Fall, Tamor Pingla Wildlife Sanctuary and the Semarsot Wildlife Sanctuary.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 497001

STD Code: 7774

Info Website: surguja.gov.in

Best Time to Visit:  September – May

HistoryEdit

Ambikapur is a small town and a place connected with the Indian epics Ramayana and Mahabharata, situated near the Vindhyachal – Baghelkhand Mountain ranges. Ambikapur is in Surguja district in the state of Chhattisgarh. Surguja is surrounded by various states viz, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Orissa and Madhya Pradesh. Ambikapur is situated at an altitude of 603 meters. Surguja has a spread of over 22,237 sq. km. Most of the terrain of the district is hilly and forested. A majority of the inhabitants in this place belong to the Pando and Korwa tribes, who regard themselves as descendants of the Pandavas and Kauravas. Agriculture is the major occupation. Paddy is the main grain grown which contributes to the major part of their income. The natural resources available here include coal and bauxite.

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : There are no airport in Ambikapur. The Nearest airport is Raipur Airport is located at a distance of around 350 kilometers from Ambikapur. Swami Vivekananda International Airport (Mana Airport), Raipur: 077 12 418167.

By Train : Ambikapur is well connected to other major cities of the country via regular trains.

By BUS : Buses can be taken from the main city of Raipur to Ambikapur, which is located at a distance of 350 kilometers. Bus fares will range around Rs 250 to 280, depending on the class of travel. Both private and government run buses can be taken.

By Taxi : Ambikapur is well connected by road to other major cities of chhattisgarh such as Raipur. Bilaspur, Durg, Bhilai, Korba and Raigarh. Daily taxis services are also runs for Varanasi (U.P), Jharkhand.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Grand Basant ; Kharsia Road, Agrasen Marg, Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh 497001. ; Ph – 075 87 101010 ; Facilities – Doctor on call,Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service,Air conditioning.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Maya Hotel ; Beside Bus Stand, Din Dayal Chowk, Bramha Path, Ambikapur, 497001. ; Ph – 094 25 582483 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning,Laundry.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Mayura ; Bhagawan pur, Ambikapur, 497001. ; Ph – 077 74 220258 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service,Air conditioning,Conference facilities,Elevators, Laundry,Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Panchanan Hotel ; State Highway 2, Ambikapur,497001. ; Ph – 07774-241484, 8889744244 ; Facilities – Non-smoking rooms, Travel Desk, 24-hour room service, Free airport shuttle, Laundry.

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• Restaurant khana khajana ;  Ambikapur, 497001. ; M –  099 93 784496 ; Food Serve :  Indian.

• Punjab restaurant ;  National Highway 111 Ambikapur, 497001 ; M –  077 74 221028 ; Food Serve :  Punjab Foods.

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Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Ambikapur is a major tourist city in India.

HelplineEdit

• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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