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Hotels(47)|Ratings(597)|Reviews(597) Last rated May 22nd 2013
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| State: Madhya Pradesh | District: Hoshangabad |
| Famous for/as: Hill | Languages: Hindi |
| Best Season: Jan - Dec | Weather: Summer 24 to 37°C, |
| Altitude: 1015 m | Winter 9 to 28°C |
| Pin Code: 461881 | STD Code: 07578 |
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Officially known as Pachmarhi Cantonment, Pachmarhi is a hill station located in the state of Madhya Pradesh. Situated at an altitude of 1067 ft, this hill station lies in the valley of the Satpura Range in Hoshangabad district. This saucer shaped hill station, which spreads over an area of 59.01 sq km, is fondly known as the ‘Queen of Satpura Ranges’.
Pachmarhi is under the administration of the Pachmarhi Cantonment Board, which serves the Indian Army. The region is inhabited by around 10,000 individuals, with most of them being part of the Indian Army. Clubs and golf courses in Pachmarhi are few and are only for the usage of military personnel. Moreover, most of the civilian population lives alongside the lake.
History of Pachmarhi
Pachmarhi, the land of splendid natural beauty was discovered in 1857 by Captain James Forsyth of the Bengal Lance. Soon it became a hill station and sanatorium for British troops in the Central Provinces of India. Pachmarhi owes its name to the Pandava Caves, wherein 'Panch' means five and 'marhi' means caves. In the colloquial language, Pachmarhi is often pronounced as Panchmarhi or Pachmadhi.
Things to do in PachmarhiRenowned as the summer capital of the central provinces during the British regime, Pachmarhi still has remnants of the colonial past. The Victorian churches, bungalows and cemeteries render a colonial atmosphere to the town. The pristine hill station is surrounded by forest area, which has been added to the list of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves in May 2009. The tribal communities of the Gonds and the Korkus are the native inhabitants of the area.
Some of the major attractions of Pachmarhi are Satpura National Park, Jata Shankar cave, Pandav caves, Fairy Pool and Big Falls. It is also a good place for taking a walk in the forested woods. Activities like parasailing, trekking and rock climbing can also be organised by the local villagers. It is also possible to stay overnight in one of the nearby villages. Tourists can also try various attractive packages options to tour the hills of Pachmarhi.
Travelling to Pachmarhi The best way to reach Pachmarhi by air is through Bhopal airport, which is the nearest airport to Pachmarhi. It is at about 195 km away from Pachmarhi. Major airlines connect Bhopal to various cities in India that include Gwalior, Mumbai and Delhi. The next nearest airport is at Delhi, the major International airport nearest to Pachmarhi.
Pachmarhi is well connected by train and bus. The nearest rail station is Pipariya, around 50 km away. It is on the Mumbai-Howrah line and is well connected to major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai and Bangalore. Taxis are available 24 hours at the railway station which can be hired to reach Pachmarhi. SUVs like Scorpios and Tata Sumos are also available at a cost of INR600-700.
Bus services to Pachmarhi are available from Bhopal, Nagpur, Jabalpur, Chhindwara, Pipariya and other places. There are 7 buses daily to Bhopal which takes around 6-7 hours. Buses are operated by the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation as well as other private companies.
The best time to visit Pachmarhi is between October and June, when the weather is pleasant and favorable for sightseeing. If visiting in May-June or during the Christmas-New Year period, accommodation options need to be booked in advance. Long weekends can also be crowded with a lot of tourists pouring in to enjoy the pleasant weather.
Accommodation options in Pachmarhi
Hotels in Pachmarhi range from budget hotels and homestays to mountain resorts. Most of the hotels are strategically placed close to the tourist attractions. Jabalpur which is located at around 24 km also has many accommodations to suit the tourist budgets.
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Pachmarhi, a serene hill station in the heart of Madhya Pradesh, is characterised by rugged hills, forests and deep ravines. Fondly known as the jewel of Satpura, this hill station is an archaeological treasure house. Incredibly beautiful, this place is rich in natural beauty, waterfalls and stone caves.
Apsara Vihar is one of the most popular sightseeing attractions, which is basically a waterfall with a natural bathing pool. Bee Falls, also known as Jamuna Prapat, is another bathing pool that attracts several tourists. Rajat Prapat and Dutch Falls are the other waterfalls frequented by numerous tourists.
Tourists in Pachmarhi can also visit Bison Lodge, which is a museum dedicated to flora and fauna of the region. This museum was once the residence of Captain Forsyth, the founder of the hill station.
The town has several attractions that have mythological significance for Hindus. Jata Shankar Caves, which is enshrined with unique Shiva linga that resembles the matted looks of Lord Shiva, is a major hit among tourists. Another such attraction is Pandava Caves, which are believed to be more than 1000 years old.
Tourists with religious beliefs can also visit Bade Mahadev, which is enshrined with an idol of Lord Shiva and Shiva linga. Located across the narrow point in the valley, Chhota Mahadev is another sacred spot frequented by the tourists. Chauragarh, one of most prominent landmarks in Satpura, is popular among the devotees of Lord Shiva.
Besides Hindu temple and sites, tourists can also visit the Catholic Church and the Christ Church that are considered to be architectural marvels. Pachmarhi, which is known for its natural beauty, offers several vantage points from where visitors can get a complete view of the hill station. Amongst the different points, Priyadarshini Point is the most beautiful vantage point. Other viewpoints that are frequented by tourists include Dhoopgarh and Handi Khoh.
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