Pachmarhi

Getting there

By bus Pachmarhi can also be reached directly by bus from Bhopal, which is 210 km away by road, Itarsi or Jabalpur. It can also be reached from Nagpur. The Mahrashtra State Road Transport Corporation has started 2x2 luxury buses, which take 8 hours to reach Pachmarhi.

Getting around

While there are several sites within 5-6 km radius, the best way of getting around is to hire a four-wheeler, Maruti Gypsy being the norm in Pachmarhi. Gypsy can be hired through open market or hotel can arrange with Gypsy operators. It gets comfortable if one visits places of heart-attraction in Pachmarhi in their own vehicle. One excellent and economic option is to share a Gypsy for sightseeing. They make shared tour keeping in mind the preferences of tourists (for example families or couples are not mixed with group of boys). You would really need to look around for providers of shared tours because everyone tries to promote full hire of vehicles.

See

1 Apsara Vihar (Fairy Pool). Easily accessible from Jai Stambh, this 'fairy pool' is an ideal picnic spot for families with small children, since the pool is shallow, deepening only towards the base of the fall. 2 Bison Lodge. Constructed in 1862, the Bison Lodge is the oldest house in Pachmarhi. It now houses a beautiful museum depicting the rich flora and fauna of Pachmarhi. 3 Catholic Church. Built in 1892 by the British, the Catholic Church is a blend of the French and Irish architecture. Its Belgium stained-glass windows add rare attraction and beauty to the building. The church has a cemetery attached to it and graves date from 1859, World War I & II. The Cave Shelters. Some of the best cave shelters and groups of shelters around Pachmarhi are: Dhuandhar, approached from the footpath to Apsara Vihar, the paintings mostly in white include a group of archers with the typical Gond bun and hooped earrings. Bharat Neer (Dorothy Deep), has well executed animal paintings and when excavated in the 1930s yielded many pottery shards and microliths. Asthachal (Monte Rosa), there are four shelters with paintings, comparatively early linear drawings. Along the northern side of Jambu Dwip valley are some six shelters with many paintings of animals and human figures, including a detailed battle scene. Chauragarh. 4 km from Mahadeo, it is one of Satpura's prominent land marks, the summit crowned with emblems of Mahadeo worship. Chhota Mahadeo. Revered as a sacred spot, this is a narrow point in the valley with rocks overhanging a stream and a spring from where water cascades down. 4 Christ Church. Built in 1875 by the British, this Church's architecture is fascinating; its 'sanctum-sanctorum' has a hemispherical dome on top with its ribs ending with faces of angels. The stained glass panes adorning the walls and rear of the altar were imported from Europe. They present a gorgeous view as the sun rays pass through them. The nave of the church does not contain even a s

Do

Don't forget to bring clothes while visiting the falls. Nobody remains undrenched after visiting them. Do keep sufficient amount of water and food if you are going to Chauragarh. Pachmarhi is famous for honey and Ayurvedic medicines.

Eat

Panchmarhi is a great place to have typical Gujarati/Maharashtrian/Jain food. Chunmun cottage located near B-Fall and lake is one of the best places. It is easy to cover some of the other nearby vista points after lunch. Other kinds of food are also easily available at Panchmarhi and there is no need to worry about food during a trip there.

Drink & nightlife

You can find many open model shops and bars in Pachmarhi.

Sleep

Pachmarhi is full of hotels.You will find a hotel after every 50-100 metres in the market area. If you are a student or pilgrimage traveller and want a cheap option then the Youth Hostel is a good option. Good and cheap rooms are available 2 km from the bus stand, in peaceful locations. M.P. Tourism Hotels and private cottages like chunmun cottages are good options for leisure travelers and standard student groups.

Hotel Utkarsh ([email protected]), Subhash Rd, ☏ +91 7578252162. Check-in: noon, check-out: noon. In the heart of the city with 20 economy, executive a.c.rooms and family hall. Discount can be availed during off season. Packages are also offered. Special rates for school, college and group tours. ₹800 to 4000. Nandan Van Cottages, Nandan Van Cottages Pachmarhi, ☏ +91 7578 252018. Check-in: noon, check-out: noon. Lodging operated by Special Area Development Authority(SADA) Pachmarhi. Very Economic and good hotel. ₹550 onwards.

Go next

Pachmari is close to several tourist spot of Madhya Paradesh and Maharashtra

Madhya Pradesh Bhopal (210 Km): Capital city of Madhya Pradesh. An interesting mix of old and new. Bhopal contains a wide assortment of Mosques and Temples. Bhimbetka, famous for its cave paintings, is located near Bhopal Jabalpur (244 Km): Nearest city, The city of Jabalpur houses an assortment of forts, temples and museums. The prime attraction is the Dhundhar Waterfall and Marble Rocks Sanchi (241 km): Famous for its huge Buddhist Stupa listed on UNESCO World Heritage List

Maharastra Nagpur: Major city in Maharashtra, famous for oranges