Chikaldhara
Splendours In Isolation
Chikhaldara is located in Amaravati district of Vidarbha region. The only hill
station in the Vidarbha region offers you an abundance of wildlife, viewpoints,
lakes and waterfalls. It is named after "Keechaka". This is the place
where Bheema killed villainous Keechaka and threw him into the valley. It thus
came to be known as "Keechakadara" - "Chikhaldara" is its
corruption.
Chikhaldara is the sole hill resort in the Vidarbha region, situated at an
altitude of 1,118 m and has the added distinction of being the only coffee-growing
area in Maharashtra. Chikhaldara is full of deep valleys, and these valleys
are full of velvet mist and majestic trees. All this makes it a very popular
summer retreat. With abundance of natural scenery, exciting wildlife, breathtaking
waterfalls and a placid lake, the beauty of Chikhaldara is overwhelming. The
climate is always breezy and walking on the clouds often becomes a reality.
Significance
Only Coffee Growing Area In Maharashtra And Sole Hill Resort In The Vidarbha
Region.
How To Get There
763-km from Mumbai by road, Sitatedu in Vidharbha region closest to Badnera
(18km away) railway station is Chikaldhara, known for its scenic beauty and
the Dhakna-Kolkaz National Park and Melghat Tiger Project (in close vicinity).
By Air
Nearest airport is Akola 150-km.
By Rail
Nearest railway station is Badnera at 110-km on the Central Railway branch line.
By Road
Nearest bus depot is Amravathi 100-km. Regular State Transport buses connect
Chikhaldara to Amravati, Nagpur, Wardha, Akola and other cities of the state.
General Information
Location
Amaravati District Of Vidarbha Region, Maharashtra.
Main Attraction
Melghat Tiger Project And Dhakana - Kolkaz National Park.
Best Time
Chikaldhara's cool breezy climate makes it an excellent place to repose in summer.
Best Time To Visit to visit is from October to June.
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