Khekra Nala - tourmet

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Sight Address : Khekra Nala is situated Just 55 kms from Nagpur on the Chhindwara Road, near Khapa. Edit

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The reservoir of Khekranala lies amidst the lush forests of the Khapra Range, in the north-eastern Vidarbha region. , this spot is ideal for setting up base camp for an invigorating trek through the rugged, low-lying hills that surround the reservoir. There is a wide variety of flora and fauna – including the occasional tiger – that will surely intrigue wildlife enthusiasts and scientists alike. The Shiva temple, located in a natural cave, is also worth a visit. Yes, Khekranala might be a small spot on the face of Vidarbha, but it is a beauty spot nonetheless!

Khekra Nala Dam

HistoryEdit

Khekranalla is actually a medium irrigation project created by building an earthen dam and spillway across Khekra Nala in in the year 1988. It is in Nagpur District and nearest city is Savner , Length of the dam is 330 M ( 98.4252 ft) , height above the foundation is 24.5M ( 80,38 ft.) Spillway is chute type with 4 Radial type spillway gates.Today Khekara Nala as it is popularly known is a favorite picnic place .

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Nagpur climate is dry/mildly humid all through the year. The best season to visit the place is from October to March. The pleasing weather in winter months is perfect for enjoying sightseeing and outdoor activities in Nagpur.

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Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

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1 hour.

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : You can also hire a cab at the airport or railway station which are easily available. Though they are known for not cheating the tourists, it is always advisable to fix the fare before getting in.

Bus : Buses are the best way to travel around the city of Nagpur as they are easily available and ply to almost every corner of the city. The city bus routes have been so planned that they cover almost all portions of the city that people normally travel to. Bus fares are quite cheap too, ranging within Rs 5 to 15. Talk to the locals in order to know your bus route, the friendly people of Nagpur will be happy to help.

Train : To reach Nagpur by train, one can avail the railway station that is located in the major city of Nagpur in Maharashtra. Nagpur is one of the leading commercial centers in Maharashtra. Besides, it is also the second capital of the state. The Nagpur railways well connect the city with other important parts of the country, which include all the four metropolitan cities of India.

Air : Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport is nearly 6 kms from Nagpur Central. Nagpur is well connected to Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai and Kolkata by Jet Airways, Indian Airlines Kingfisher and Indigo. There are taxis and auto rickshaws that are available from the airport to the city.

Others : Auto rickshaws in order to reach your destination in a convenient & quick manner. Auto rickshaws in Nagpur can not run on meter and the basic fair is Rs 15 for the first two kilometers and 8 INR for every additional kilometer travelled. Auto rickshaws can make your commute easier, and these can be a safe mode of travel during night time. There are no separate night fares.