Places to Visit in Chhattisgarh

Located in the heart of the Raipur city, Gandhi Udyan Park extends till the famous Bhagat Singh Chowk. Very close to the Chief Minister’s residence, this place is abundant with natural vegetation and attracts people from all age groups for their recreational activities.

With a neatly tiled walking area of 400 meters, this park has a playground, yoga classes are conducted every morning and are without a doubt one of the best places for all your morning and evening walks. Whether you are someone who likes to exercise, walk, jog, play with your kids or simply unwind in the lap of nature, this place is a one-stop destination for all your recreational requirements. Very well maintained this park is a paradise for people of all age groups.

Location:  Nayapara Road, New Mangal Bazar, Nayapara, Raipur.

Entry fee: Free entry but you will have to pay INR 10 for two-wheelers and INR 20 for four-wheelers.

Transport: You can easily reach this place by local transport such as cabs, autorickshaw, local buses etc.

The best time to visit: Sunrise and Sunsets.

It will not be wrong to say that the wonderland park is your one-stop destination for unlimited fun, laughter and joys. This place with its fantastic environment and sceneries has been known to attract not just local people but all those who are visiting Raipur.

Whether you are someone who enjoys the thrill of twisted and turned water slides or someone who loves spending hours in the pool with their loved ones, this place has everything to offer. With a state of the art and updated pool and rides not just for the adults but for the kids as well, this place, by all means, is a must-visit.

Location:
Indraprastha colony in Raipur.

Entry fees:
-The entry fees for a person with the family is INR 400 and INR 500 for stag entry for weekdays.
-Entry fee for weekends and national holidays is that of INR 450 for people in a family and INR 550 for stag entry.

Transport:
Since this place is at a distance from the city you can reach here by the use of cabs and buses.

The best time to visit:
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

With its amazing picturesque landscaping, this temple has attained a global name not just for being extremely spiritual but also for its fantastic location and waterfalls. The beautiful waterfalls flowing near the temple makes this place extremely attractive and also one of the most sought after and loved picnic spots by the locals.

If you are visiting Raipur then it will not be wrong to say that your trip is sure to be incomplete without visiting this natural beauty. Since the temple is at a fair distance from the city it is best to hire a private vehicle or to book a cab to reach here.

Location:
Abhanpur tehsil, Chattisgarh.

Even though the ISKCON temple is known for its temples all over the world, the newly built ISKCON temple in Raipur is a place you can’t afford to miss. The temple which is in its last leg of construction and is becoming a big favourite with not just the locals but from visitors all over the country as one of the best places to visit in Raipur. Located near the railways' station, this place shining with its cleanliness and neatness is without a doubt one of the must-visit places in Raipur. It is situated very close to the Raipur railway station which makes reaching here relatively easy.

Location:
Great Eastern Road, opp Maharishi Vidya Mandir Alopi Nagar.

The best time to visit:
5:30 AM to 9:30 PM.

Built In the memory of the former Prime Minister Shri Rajiv Gandhi Ji, this park developed over a huge area of more than 14 acres is a must-visit place if you are visiting Raipur with your kids. It is sure to not make them realise the importance of preserving energy but also create awareness about the many benefits of solar energy. Located just 12kms away from the Raipur city, this place is open all days from 8 AM to 6:30 PM and is just the right place which guarantees you a good time with your family.

Location:
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalay.

The best time to visit:
During sunrises and sunsets.

Set up by the Chhattisgarh Renewable Development Agency (CRDA), this place is a kid’s paradise with its lush green parks, amazing science puzzles, musical fountains and boating. The most impressive feature about this park is that it is operated by the use of solar energy.

Also, very famous as the Urja park, the primary objective of this energy education park is to create awareness and promote the habit of energy saving. With its flora and fauna maintained highly by the authorities, this fun based theme park is without a doubt a great place to be visited. If you are tired from roaming around and having all the fun at the solar rides, you can grab a bite of delicious food outside.

Location:
ES2, Indraprastha Colony, Raipur.

The best time to visit:
Months between November and February when the weather is super nice and pleasant.

Situated right in the heart of the city, along with the beautiful Telibandha lake, the entire place has been extremely well planned and beautified by the authorities to attract tourists from all over the country. With its updated features like wi-fi throughout the stretch, carrying out mass health awareness drives, installing clean and hygienic toilets and setting up selfie points and food stalls within the premises.

This place is without a doubt among one of the many hot locations of this city. With the graffiti on the walls painted by the local artist, this place is just the right blend of colour with the blue of the water making it all the more appealing to the eye.

Location:
Great Eastern Rd, Civil Lines, Raipur, Chhattisgarh 492001.

Timings:
5AM- 11PM.

Situated on the VIP road of Raipur, this temple is one of the most famous landmarks of the city. One of the cleanest and highly maintained temples in the town, this temple is known not only for the peace and tranquillity that it brings to the visitors but also for the delicious food that is available in the food outlets. The detailed and intricate work on the walls is what further adds to the beauty of this temple. Visited by many locals daily, this temple is an epitome of faith and belief for many. If you are in Raipur or are planning to visit soon, then do miss the chance to visit this serene and calm place.

Location:
VIP road in Raipur.

The best time to visit:
5 AM to 10:30 PM.

Even though there are many temples of Shri Ram and Sita in Raipur, this 500-year-old temple has a charm that remains unmatched. The temple has been named after the Mahant Balabhadra Das of the monastery who consumed only the milk that was offered to the gods first and did not eat anything else in the course of his entire life. With beautifully engraved scenes of Ramayana on the walls, this Ram Mandir with its scenes of spirituality, faith and belief is a must-visit for everyone who is in Raipur.

Location:
Dudhadhari Temple road, Raipur.

Timings:
- 6am–1pm,
- 4pm–9pm.

A 20 mins drive from the Raipur city, this temple with its neat and clean and very peaceful aura is a must-visit place if you are in Raipur. One of the most serene places in Raipur, this temple is one of the best historical places which enables the visitors to get a peek into the religion and its many other customs. With its many fantastic wooden statues, this place has been grabbing the right attention from not just the locals but people from all parts of the world.

Location:
It is located on the Pandri Road, Pandri, Raipur.

Transport:
You can easily reach here by making the use of local transport