Nearby Attractions in Raipur

Nearby Attractions in Raipur

Raipur has very limited tourist places to visit. Many people do not visit Raipur entirely on tourist purposes. However when they have to visit it for business purposes they usually spend a day more to visit the nearby attractions in Raipur. There is a park and zoo in the city that are worth visiting. Apart from that there are some gardens and temples that people would love to visit. Here is the brief account of all the nearby attractions.

Last Updated: 02/10/2012

• Champaran

  Bihar

  Distance from Raipur :58 km;

  Time to Reach from Raipur :1h, 5 m

  Champaran is a historic place located near Raipur. It is noted for the agitation of farmers against the indigo cultivators. Mahatma Gandhi visited Champaran and the Champaran Satyagraha started. Gandhi’s arrival at Champaran was prohibited by British and after long struggle, the ban was lifted...

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• Maharajabandh Lake

  Raipur

  Distance from Raipur :0 km;

  Maharajabandh Lake was an artificial lake built by Maharaja Roadani in the year 1770. There is a fort standing on the north which belongs to the mediaeval period. This fort which is now in ruins was constructed by the King Ram Chandra who is considered to be the founder of Raipur....

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• Nandan Van Nature Center

  Raipur

  Distance from Raipur :16 km;

  Time to Reach from Raipur :0h, 20 m

  Nandan Van Nature Center is a nature park that spreads over an area of 10 hectares of land. This park was established to provide a shelter for stray animals. There is a small zoo located in it and it also serves as biological garden with various types of plants. This remains an important picnic spot...

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• Laxman Temple

  Sirpur

  Distance from Raipur :77 km;

  Time to Reach from Raipur :1h, 40 m

  Laxman Temple is located on the banks of the Mahanadi River. It was built during the 7th century AD and is one of the impressive works of that time. The dainty carvings add grace to the temple. The walls are filled with erotic carvings and ornate symbolic works related to the incarnation of Lord Vis...

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• Jagannath Dev Temple

  Sadar Bazar, Raipur

  Distance from Raipur :2 km;

  Time to Reach from Raipur :0h, 6 m

  Jagannath Dev Temple was established in the year 1860. The Rathyathra festival is conducted in a grand manner here. Many stories are attached to this temple. Lord Jagannath, Lord Balbhadra and Devi Subhadra are taken in chariots and brought back to the temple on the full moon day. This is known as R...

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• Balaji Temple

  Telibandha, Raipur

  Distance from Raipur :35 km;

  Time to Reach from Raipur :0h, 43 m

  Balaji Temple located in the east of Raipur was constructed in 1610 AD. It was established by Shri Balbhadra Dasji and Shir Bhosleji. The beauty of the temple with extraordinary pictures on the walls is worth mentioning. These pictures portray the life of Lord Rama. The Shaligrams are placed near Lo...

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• Sitanadi Sanctuary

  Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh

  Distance from Raipur :117 km;

  Time to Reach from Raipur :2h, 14 m

  Sitanadi Sanctuary was established in the year 1974 and it spreads over an area of about 556 square kilometers. The River Sitanadi flows through this region and it is called by this name. The sanctuary is rich in flora and fauna and many trees such as Tendu, Harra, Mahua, Sal, Bamboo and Teak are fo...

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• Mahamaya Temple

  Ratanpur, Chhattisgarh

  Distance from Raipur :3 km;

  Time to Reach from Raipur :0h, 7 m

  Mahamaya Devi Temple is located amidst lush green hills. Thousands of people visit this temple every year to see the dual statue of Mahamaya. The boundary wall of the temple is 18 inch thick and it is supported by sixteen stone columns. This temple is supposed to have been built in 12th century AD. ...

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• Budhapara Lake

  Raipur

  Distance from Raipur :2 km;

  Time to Reach from Raipur :0h, 6 m

  Budhapara Lake is the largest lake in Raipur city and is one of the important tourist attractions of the place. It was built in 1402 AD by King Brahmadeo of Kalchuri dynasty. The cool evening breeze attracts the visitors....

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• Vivekananda Ashram

  Raipur

  Distance from Raipur :2 km;

  Time to Reach from Raipur :0h, 5 m

  Vivekananda Ashram is situated in Raipur and was started by Swami Vivekananda in the year 1897. The ashram is aimed at the self-emancipation and welfare of the world. It is a nice place of visit for tourists who are interested in spiritual enlightenment.  ...

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