One name that is resonating across the country and abroad is Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, the Peethadheeshwar of Bageshwar Dham, born in Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, who is just 27 years old. But he has become the center of faith of crores of people. It is believed that he has been blessed with divine power, due to which he understands people's problems quickly and also solves them.
We have told you about Dhirendra Shastri, now let's know about Chhatarpur district which is also called the heart of Madhya Pradesh. Here is everything that tourists are most eager to see. Let's know some good things about Chhatarpur. (Left: Photo credit Wikipedia)
Beauty of Raneh Falls
Raneh Falls is a great place to visit in Madhya Pradesh! This natural beauty on the Ken River is worth seeing, tourists keep coming here. Five kilometers long and 30 meters deep, it is a wonderful natural pool, which the Ken River has created by cutting colorful granite rocks with its flowing water. The red, pink and brown rocks look so beautiful that it seems as if a painter has painted them! There are many waterfalls here, some big and some small, which keep flowing throughout the year. Raneh Falls is not only beautiful but also a great place to visit. Here you can have a picnic, have fun and also see beautiful places to visit nearby.
Pandava Falls
If we talk about places to visit in Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, then Pandav waterfall definitely comes to mind. It is on a small stream of Kan river, which falls from a height of about 30 meters and forms a beautiful waterfall. But it is not only fun to see, but also holds history in itself! People say that during their exile in the Mahabharata period, the Pandava brothers – Yudhishthira, Bhima, Arjuna, Nakul and Sahadev spent one and a half months here. Therefore, this place is also special for history lovers.
Gulganj Fort
Going for a holiday in Chhatarpur? Then definitely include Gulganj Fort in your list of places to visit. This is a historical heritage built in the 18th century, which is built in Bundeli style. It is a two-storey fort and has two parts inside it. To go inside the fort, one has to go through stairs, where a stepwell is also built. This fort has tall towers, which were used to protect from enemies at that time.
Kalinjar Fort
This fort is located near Khajuraho in Banda district of Uttar Pradesh. It is a very strong fort and is adorned with many temples and buildings, which are a big part of the historical heritage of Khajuraho. It is also known as the 'Indian Hill Temple'. It was built in Hindu style and is a symbol of art, elegance and dignity. Kalinjar Fort is situated on the top of a sacred hill. This fort was used to escape from enemies.
Hanuman Toria
It is impossible to talk about Chhatarpur city of Madhya Pradesh without mentioning Hanuman Toria! It is one of the most famous places to visit. This beautiful place is situated on a high hill, right in the middle of the city. There is also a lake in front of this holy place, which is known as Kishore Sagar Talab. Many devotees from far and wide and from within the city come here to seek blessings of Hindu deities like Hanuman Ji, Shiv Ji and Sita-Ram. It is even more crowded on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
How to reach Chhatarpur in Madhya Pradesh?
Chhatarpur can be easily reached by road from major cities of Madhya Pradesh. Be it Bhopal or Jhansi, Vidisha or Mahoba, you can directly reach Chhatarpur by taking your vehicle. You will find plenty of government buses here. Along with this, some private bus companies also provide their services. If you want to come by train, then you have to go to Khajuraho Railway Station. This is the nearest railway station to the historical place. From this station you can catch trains to important cities of the state.
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