Pachmarhi: A Hill Station In Mahabharai In Hoshangabad State Of India
Introduction
Pachmarhi is a hill station nested in Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh state of India. This hill station is located at an altitude of 1200 m in the valley of the Satpura mountain range that separates north India from southern India. Pachmarhi is known for its natural beauty.It is believed that five Pandava brothers carved five den here during their exile. Population of the town is 12060.(2011 Census) It is the only hill station surrounded by waterfalls, canyons, natural pools, cave temples and the forested ranges of the Satpura Tiger Reserve, and offers a refreshing escape from steamy central India. It's popular with Indians, but few foreign backpackers get here.
Discovery of Town
Back in 1857, Colonel Forsyth, a Bengal Lancer, …show more content…
They exhumed '5', means 'Pach' in Hindi, 'caves', which means 'marhi', for their stay. According to holy epic Mahabharata, the Pandavas were forced into refugee on losing everything in a game of dice with the Kauravas. The Pandavas were to spend a year in secrecy as a part of their exile. Agreeing to these terms, the Pandavas set out. While passing through Pachmarhi, they exhumed 5 caves in the stonework hills for their stay. These caves are still in there and have gained popularity as one of the major tourist spots.
Why to visit
Pachmarhi has cultural and historical importance. Nested in the lap of nature, it attracts nature lovers and has zeal to explore untouched land. It has spectacular and picturesque landscape.
Travel …show more content…
There is a formal garden below.
Parks and Preserves
Satpura National Park
This spread-out parkland boasts a great variety of wildlife, plus hiking trails & panoramic views. It covers an area of 524 km2 (202 sq mi). Satpura National Park, along with the connecting Bori and Pachmarhi wildlife sanctuaries, provides 2,200 km2 (850 sq mi) of unique central Indian highland ecosystem. It was set up in 1981. The animals here are leopard, sambar, chital, Indian muntjac, four-horned antelope, Chinkara, wild boar, bear, black buck, fox, porcupine, flying squirrel, mouse deer, Indian giant squirrel, etc. There are a variety of birds. Hornbills and peafowl are common birds found here. The greenery consists of mainly sal, teak, tendu, Phyllanthus emblica, mahua, bel, bamboo, and grasses and medicinal plants.
Rajendra Giri
Sprawling garden district featuring lush flora & dense florists, plus vistas offering sunset views.
Fairs, Festivals and Events
1. Pachmahri Utsav
2. Maha Shivratri Festival
Pachmarhi is a hill station nested in Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh state of India. This hill station is located at an altitude of 1200 m in the valley of the Satpura mountain range that separates north India from southern India. Pachmarhi is known for its natural beauty.It is believed that five Pandava brothers carved five den here during their exile. Population of the town is 12060.(2011 Census) It is the only hill station surrounded by waterfalls, canyons, natural pools, cave temples and the forested ranges of the Satpura Tiger Reserve, and offers a refreshing escape from steamy central India. It's popular with Indians, but few foreign backpackers get here.
Discovery of Town
Back in 1857, Colonel Forsyth, a Bengal Lancer, …show more content…
They exhumed '5', means 'Pach' in Hindi, 'caves', which means 'marhi', for their stay. According to holy epic Mahabharata, the Pandavas were forced into refugee on losing everything in a game of dice with the Kauravas. The Pandavas were to spend a year in secrecy as a part of their exile. Agreeing to these terms, the Pandavas set out. While passing through Pachmarhi, they exhumed 5 caves in the stonework hills for their stay. These caves are still in there and have gained popularity as one of the major tourist spots.
Why to visit
Pachmarhi has cultural and historical importance. Nested in the lap of nature, it attracts nature lovers and has zeal to explore untouched land. It has spectacular and picturesque landscape.
Travel …show more content…
There is a formal garden below.
Parks and Preserves
Satpura National Park
This spread-out parkland boasts a great variety of wildlife, plus hiking trails & panoramic views. It covers an area of 524 km2 (202 sq mi). Satpura National Park, along with the connecting Bori and Pachmarhi wildlife sanctuaries, provides 2,200 km2 (850 sq mi) of unique central Indian highland ecosystem. It was set up in 1981. The animals here are leopard, sambar, chital, Indian muntjac, four-horned antelope, Chinkara, wild boar, bear, black buck, fox, porcupine, flying squirrel, mouse deer, Indian giant squirrel, etc. There are a variety of birds. Hornbills and peafowl are common birds found here. The greenery consists of mainly sal, teak, tendu, Phyllanthus emblica, mahua, bel, bamboo, and grasses and medicinal plants.
Rajendra Giri
Sprawling garden district featuring lush flora & dense florists, plus vistas offering sunset views.
Fairs, Festivals and Events
1. Pachmahri Utsav
2. Maha Shivratri Festival