Pachmarhi is a lovely hill station hidden within the Satpura ranges. It is in the state of Madhya Pradesh in India. The tourists will see around them forests of wild bamboo, jamun and sal. The thick forest growth, chirping of birds, whistling of the wind and sound of brooks and streams leave you in wonderment.
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In the Mahadeo Hills, you will see caves with rock paintings and a shire of Lord Shiva. The archeologist has a lot in store to explore in Pachmarhi. Ancient and modern cultures coexist here in harmony. The tourists as the move further will see winding paths leading to little cottages with gardens. The little town seems to live in the Victorian days of Kipling.
Stroll and see a few worth a visit place in Pachmarhi. The Bee Falls have bathing pools. The sheer fall of a white sheet of water is amazing to watch. You leave all your fears behind and soak yourself sitting or standing on the rocks as water splashes on them.
The ravines are at a height of 300ft with steep sides. With your family, you can go to the Fairy Pool for a picnic. Children love it here as the pool is shallow. If you are ready for some adventure then reach the big fall crossing rocks on your way to the top of Rajat Prapat. Pachmarhi is full of waterfalls which you notice as you move around on foot.
The Jambu Dwip has its source in the Jata Shankar sacred cave. In the lower hills of Pachmarhi, you will see five ancient dwellings in the sandstone rocks. Reechhgarh is approached through a cave. It is a natural amphitheater in the rock. The tourists, here in Pachmarhi, do nothing except enjoy and soak in every bit of clean, beautiful and unspoiled nature.
The Christ Church and the Catholic Church are both built during the British era. The architecture fascinates you. The Belgium stained-glass windows look pretty and glitter as the sun rays try to penetrate through them. The bell at Christ Church, with its chimes, resounds in the hills of Pachmarhi.
The Satpura National Park is worth a visit by the tourists. It was setup in 1981 and has an area of 524 sq. km. You will see the towering peaks of Dhoopgarh and Mahadeo hills. The evergreen dense forests are full of teak, sal and bamboo. The park is home to a number of animals and birds. Some of the Cave Shelters with paintings are the Bharat Neer, Asthachal, Harper’s Cave, Chieftain’s Cave and Kites Crag. You will admire the skill of the painter and his paintings.
To reach Pachmarhi, the nearest airport is in Bhopal where regular flights from Mumbai, Indore, Delhi, Gwalior and Jabalpur land. The airport is 195km from Pachmarhi. There are bus services from a number of cities in India. The nearest railhead is Piparya that is 47km from Pachmarhi. Hire a taxi from the station and reach Pachmarhi.
The tourists find a varied range of accommodation in Pachmarhi. You could book in advance with the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Corporation. Food is served hot and piping at the eateries. It is pleasant throughout the year. Avoid the monsoon season for you may have to remain indoors in your hotel room. Carry woolens during winter months. Nature lovers and more so the enthusiastic tourists can have their breakfast in Pachmarhi and proceed to Pench National Park by a private vehicle.
