Bhilai

A culturally profound city, Bhilai is a planned city situated in Durg District, 25 km from capital city Raipur. The city is mainly known for Bhilai Steel Plant (SAIL), one of the largest steel plants in India. The city is […]

A culturally profound city, Bhilai is a planned city situated in Durg District, 25 km from capital city Raipur. The city is mainly known for Bhilai Steel Plant (SAIL), one of the largest steel plants in India. The city is a fascinating fusion of people of different religion and languages giving the city an essence of unity and oneness.

History

Once posed as a small village, Bhilai saw a drastic development with the establishment of second steel plant of India in the year 1955. Developed with the assistance of Russian Government, today this city is economically well off and culturally very rich. Also an educational hub, Bhilai is one of those cities that exhibit a perfect balance between industrialization and prosperous nature. Dotted with several tourists attractions and pleasant weather during winters, this beautiful city is sure to be an unforgettable experience. Bhilai is a planned and organized community which has won Prime Minister’s Trophy for more than five times for its lush green environment.

Suggisted Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Raipur Drive to Kanker via visiting Bhilai, Dhamtari Rich at Kanker. Have a royal stay at the farmer princely state of Kanker. Over night at kanker.

Day 2: Morning drive to visit muria village and enjoy the gutal dance of muria tribal community. Then proceed to kondagaon, kadeichapra village to see the traditional bastar art. After proceed to Jagadalpur. Overnight at Jagadalpur.

Day 3: morning proceed to visit chitrakot waterfall. On the way back visit the baisan Maria village. Overnight at Kanker.

Day 4: After breakfast drive to Rajim visit the Beautiful Rajiblochan temple, afternoon free for own activity. Overnight at Raipur.

Day 5: Transfer to airport/ railway station for onward journey.