Chanderi

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Chanderi is located in Ashoknagar District of Madhya Pradesh state in India is situated at a distance of 127 km from Shivpuri and 37 km from Lalitpur and about 45 km from Esagarh It is located on a hill southwest of the Betwa River. Chanderi is surrounded by hills, lakes and forests and there are several monuments of the Bundela Rajputs and Malwa sultans. Chanderi finds mention in Mahabharata. Shishupal was the king of Mahabharata period. Chanderi is famous for its hand-woven Chanderi sarees. It is a renowned centre for traditional weavers of saree. The Chanderi sarees have sophistication hard to match.The Chanderi saree is a common name in middle & rich societies and is in high demand everywhere.

Chanderi Fort, Chanderi

Chanderi Fort, Chanderi

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Heritage

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 473446

STD Code: 7547

Info Website: chanderigi.com

Best Time to Visit:  October – March

HistoryEdit

History of Chanderi goes back to the 11th century, when it was dominated by the trade routes of Central India and was proximate to the arterial route to the ancient ports of Gujarat as well as to Malwa, Mewar, Central India and the Deccan. Consequently, Chanderi became an important military outpost.

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : The nearest Domestic Airport is the airports at Bhopal airport are ideal to reach Chanderi, situated 258 km respectively. Bhopal is well connected with Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow, Kathmandu, Hyderabad and Kolkata.

By Train : The nearest railway station is at Lalitpur at a distance of 40km. It lies on the Delhi-Chennai line and is the main railway station to reach Chanderi.

By BUS : Chanderi is well connected by bus with Gwalior, Indore, Guna, Shivpuri, Ashok Nagar, Jhansi, Lalitpur, Tikamgarh, Vidisha, Sanchi and Bhopal.

By Taxi : Chanderi is well connected by a road network and national Highway . The tourist can reach to Chanderi by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

By Other : N.A.

Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800
  • Hotel Amrai Palace ; Hotel Taana Baana Rd, Madhya Pradesh 473446; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Laundry, Parking, Non-smoking rooms, 24-Hour Security, Concierge, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.
Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200
  • Hotel Shrikunj ; Major District Road 19, Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh 473446 ; Ph – 075 47 253225 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Laundry,Parking.
Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200
  • Hotel Yuvraj Inn ; Near Over Bridge, Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh 473446. ; Ph – 074 15 323639 ; Facilities – 24-hour room service, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Top RestaurantsAdd

  • Shrikunj Restaurant ;  73, Rajghat Road, Chanderi- 473446. ; M –  (07547) 253125 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine
  • Tana Bana Restaurant ;  Address: 55, Rajghat Road, Chanderi- 473446. ; M –  (07547) 252222 ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine

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Chanderi sarees

Chanderi sarees

  • Chanderi sarees ; chanderi sarees ;  Chanderi district, Ashoknagar Madhya Pradesh, Chanderi, 473446. ; Ph/M:  091 45 759101

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FestivalAdd

Diwali ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  October/November ; Details:  One of the most important festivals of Hindus, Diwali, is also well known by the name of “Festival of Lights” or Deepavali. It is celebrated in the month of October or November. Diwali in Chanderi is celebrated with great pomp and show. Goddess Lakshmi is worshiped on this festival.

Dussehrra ;Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  October ; Details:  It is another festival that is keenly celebrated in Chanderi. It generally falls in the month of October or November and marks the victory of Lord Rama over the demon Ravana. It signifies the victory of good over evil.

Maker Sankranti ;Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  January ; Details:  Maker Sankranti is a beautiful festival of the city and is celebrated with great rejoice. It is a celebration of the occasion of the `ascent` of the sun to the north.

 

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Beware of pickpockets as Chanderi is a major tourist city in India.
  • Avoid false saller, they may sale you fake items.

HelplineEdit

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

ItineraryEdit

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