Ujjain to Pachmarhi

Popularly known as the 'Satpura ki Rani' (Queen of Satpura) is the glorious land called Pachmarhi in the second largest state of India, Madhya Pradesh. Tucked away 1,607m above sea level, Pachmarhi is a perfect platter for all the travel junkies that offer scenic landscapes, gushing waterfalls, pristine pools and lush green forests.Known for the mighty hills that surround the region, the town is filled with places that can easily take you away from your stressful lives and make your hard-to-get holidays a memorable one.

Pachmarhi is one of the most popular destinations in the Heart of Incredible India and is a treasure trove of rich history and nature's bounty. Some of the prominent tourist attractions in Pachmarhi include the 'Pandavs Caves' believed to be built by the Pandavas who lived here along with their wife Draupadi during their exile.To make your vacation unforgettable, witness the gorgeous sunset at Dhoopgarh, the highest point in the Satpura Range, situated at an altitude of 1350 m. This place is a prominent tourist attraction throughout the year but during the monsoon season the experience of visiting Dhoopgarh becomes more magical as the place is enveloped by puffy monsoon clouds and lush green forests.

Another point of interest is the stone-formed Jata Shankar cave, deriving its name from the peculiar rock formation that looks like the matted dreadlocks of Lord Shiva. As per folklore, it is where Lord Shiva was supposed to have hidden from the Demon Bhasmasur. Towards the end of the cave is a curious rock formation that looks like the taut hood of a cobra, locally believed to be the 'Sheshnag'.

Things to Do and See in Pachmarhi

Visit Priyadarshini (Forsyth Point) from where the Pachmarhi was first discovered by Captain Forsyth in 1857. Thera are beautiful resorts, churches, and colonial buildings for tourists to feel comfortable

To see from where Pachmarhi gets its drinking water, visit Jamuna Prapat, a spectacular waterfall and enjoy the bathing experience in a natural pool at the bottom of the fall

If you are on a family vacation, visit Apsara Vihar, also known as “Fairy Pool” to spend leisure time with family and friends near the natural pool at the base of the fall

Tourists can even try jungle trekking and nature walk in the midst of forests at Apsara Vihar till Rajat Prapat

There are a series of waterfalls in Pachmarhi like Irene Fall, Jalawataran (Duchess Falls), Sundar Kund, etc. that tourists can visit on their tour to Pachmarhi

To explore the highest point in the Pachmarhi area, visit Dhoopgarh, which is the highest point in the Satpura range and enjoy the magnificent views of the verdant valley

Visit churches in Pachmarhi including Catholic Church, Christ Church, etc. and witness its architectural beauty

The wildlife lovers and nature lovers can visit Satpura National Park to explore the exotic wildlife of Satpura range. Tourists can spot animals like bison, tiger, leopard, bear, four-horned deer, blue-bull, and a rich variety of birds, in the unique biodiversity of Satpura.

For a spiritual day out, you can visit Mahadeo, which is regarded as a religious spot with a shrine that has an idol of Lord Shiva and a beautiful Shivlinga. Also, there are many cave shelters that presents incredible cave paintings, nearly 10,000 years old