The name Chhattisgarh is not ancient and has come into popular usage in the last few centuries. In ancient times the region was called Dakshin Kosala. All inscription, literary works and the accounts of foreign travelers, call this region Kosala of Dakshin Kosala. According to Hari Thakur, the contest between Jabalpur and Chhattisgarh for the name Mahakosala is settled beyond doubt in favour of Chhattisgarh in the light of available evidence. Even during the reign of the Mughals, it was called Ratanpur territory and not Chhattisgarh.
Bastar Travel Guide
It was more than a hundred years ago that Jaidev Baghel's grandparents left Abuj Madh in search of a new home. After travelling for days through the jungle, they selected a place near Kondagaon, made a small clearing and built a house. It was here that a seven-year-old Jaidev began working with his father at the traditional craft of their family, casting metal sculptures by the delicate lost-wax method. Today, he is an internationally acclaimed practitioner of his craft and runs a workshop with members of his family and some apprentices.
Jagdalpur Travel Guide
Set on the mountains of Abujmarh, Bastar is the tribal heartland of India. Jagdalpur is the district headquarters. Amidst the thick forests, by gurgling streams and cascading waterfalls, this is an ideal base from which to begin exploring the region.
Raipur Travel Guide
Raipur is the capital city of Chattisgarh. The town of Raipur dates back to the 9th century, and some sights from that period can still be seen in the southern part of the city, including the ruins of the fort can. "Modern" Raipur, however, was founded by the King Rama Chandra in the last quarter of the 14th c. A.D.
Kanker Travel Guide
Located on National Highway 43, Kanker is between Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh (140 km away) and Jagdalpur (160 km away). It finds mention in the Ramayana and Mahabharata, as part of the dense.
Kondagaon Travel Guide
Kondagaon is a prominent town in Bastar District of Chhattisgarh. It is around 71 km north of Jagdalpur. Kondagaon is famous for bell-metal craft, known locally as Dokra. Kurschel Valley is a tourist destination nearby.
Narayanpur Travel Guide Narayanpur is 13 km north-west of Rampurhat, in Birbhum District of West Bengal. Durgapur and Asansol, the industrial towns of Bardhaman District, are within 100 km from here. The nearest towns include Naupahar and Benagaria in the west, Pakuria in the north, Nalhati in the east and Fatehpur in the south.
Kotpar Travel Guide
Kawardha Travel GuideAn elegant 1930s building with the touches you'd expect in a Maharaja's home. There are Italian marble floors, stuffed tigers and old European bathroom fittings. The palace offers 6 elegantly appointed suites with many pieces of period furniture. Guests can relax in the Durbar Hall or Office Lounge.
Kanger Valley National Park
Kanger Valley National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks of India. Located on the banks of Kholaba River, the park consists of ancient forest and was named for the Kanger River, which flows throughout. The forest consists mainly of Sal, Teak and Bamboo trees.
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