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Dhamtari is a very scenic location that is present in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. Dhamtari can be easily reached through Raipur, as the capital city is located quite near this town. For this reason, many tourists flock to Dhamtari, as access to the town is easy. There are many places of interest that you can visit in Dhamtari. There are major dams near the region which serve as tourist destinations. The Sivah dam is the most popular one among them, and this huge dam can be visited during your trip to Dhamtari. The Gangrel dam is another hotspot that attracts many tourists to Dhamtari. You can also visit Bilai Mata, once you reach Dhamtari. Dhamtari also has many temples worth mentioning that serve as ideal destinations for pilgrims from all over India. The Mahamai temple is known for its architectural splendor, and is a hit with people who travel to Dhamtari. The Karbeshwar temple can also be visited, and this is another destination that pilgrims frequent, especially during the festive season. Other places in and around the town of Dhamtari that you can visit are Hathi Kot, Amrit Kund and Dantheswari Cave. Dhamtari also provides options for trekking and hiking as many jungles are present around the region.
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Category : Pilgrim
Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours
Pincode: 493773
STD Code: 7722
Info Website: Dhamtari.Nic.In/
Best Time to Visit: Oct – Mar
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Dhamtari District located on the fertile plains of Chhattisgarh and is 78 km south of Raipur. Dhamtari is a beautiful district of Chhattisgarh. Dhamtari is famous for its lush green forests, unique wildlife and large dams. The scenic district of Chhattisgarh is also known for its rich cultural heritage and tribal life. Dhamtari has its own dance styles, cuisine, music and traditional folk songs. Visit and explore the various colors of Dhamtari on your tours to Chhattisgarh. The major tourist attractions of Dhamtari include the famous Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to an amazing variety of wildlife and birds. Other worth visiting attractions in Dhamtari includes the Bhillai Iron & Steel Plant, Madamsilli Dam, Sondhur Dam, Dudhawa Dam and Dhamtari Industrial School. All these dams offer spectacular views and are popular picnic spots of the district. On your Dhamtari Tour, you can also enjoy visits to Tribal Villages to get an insight into the unique tribal culture of the region. Sitanadi Wild Life sanctuary is a tiger reserve and also a popular tourist attraction in Dhamtari.
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By Air : Nearest Airport is raipur which is 350 Km, raipur is connected to many major cities via Flight.
By Train : Trains can be taken directly to the town of Dhamtari as the place has a railway station. Trains will be available regularly to the railway station in Dhamtari from all nearby locations in the district, as only narrow gauge trains run to this station. Trains can also be taken to the major railway station in Raipur, which has great connectivity to all major Indian cities. Trains from cities like Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi and Nagpur will be available at this station (in Raipur). Train fares from the city of Nagpur to the railway station in Raipur will range around Rs 152 for the basic class of travel. Air conditioned Tier Two coaches will charge fares of around Rs 539.
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- Daawat Restaurant ; Itwari Bazar Dhamtari. ; M – N.A ; Food Serve : Indian
- Eats Restaurents ; New Bus stand, Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh 493773 ; M – 089 82 672636 ; Food Serve : Indian
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