Delightful Kanha
Sanchi is a small town situated in the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is renowned for its ancient Buddhist site, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site in Madhya Pradesh and a popular tourist destination. Sanchi is located about 50 km northeast of Bhopal, the capital city of Madhya Pradesh, and is easily accessible by road or rail.
The probable reason for the establishment of Buddhist monuments at Sanchi is the city of Vidisha. This erstwhile capital of ancient Eastern Malwa happened to be the populous and rich city of central India. The interest of the great Mauryan emperor Ashoka in Vidisha and around was because his wife Devi belonged to Vidisha. In addition to this fact, the Sanchi hilltop was an ideal place for the establishment of a monastery having a suitable atmosphere for meditation and other spiritual activities.
Kanha National Park Safari Booking
Delightful Kanha
The best way to explore the Kanha tiger reserve is in a 4 Wheel-drive Open Jeep safari that travels through the lush green forests basking in the elegance of Kanha. The safaris in Kanha National park are held in the mornings and afternoons. Jeeps can be booked online from https://forest.mponline.gov.in and if you are staying at Kanha jungle camp, you can opt for their vehicles and guides. The Kanha wildlife safari is held in four different zones including Kisli, Mukki, Kanha, and Sarhi. During monsoon season, the safaris of core zones are shut down but you can always explore the Buffer zones of this national park any time of the year. The buffer zones mainly include – Khatia Zone, Khapa Zone, Phen Zone, and Sijora Zone.
Experiences in Sanchi
Mammalian Species:
it is a 17-acre theme park in Sanchi, dedicated to the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha and Emperor Ashoka. It has a garden with recreational activities, a maze for jigsaw puzzles, and a museum with digital games and paintings. Pavilions educate visitors on the four noble truths of Buddhism. The park offers a unique experience for those interested in religion or seeking spiritual guidance.
Less Commonly Seen Species:
Just a few km away from Sanchi, the Buddhist Vihara is a modern-day monastery that houses the revered relics of the Satdhara Stupa. Enclosed in a glass casket, these sacred relics are enshrined on a platform in the inner sanctum of the monastery.
Avian Species:
Kanha Kisli National Park is also famous for 200 species of birds that include cattle egret, pond heron, black ibis, common peafowl, crested serpent eagle, racket-tailed drongo, hawk, red wattled lapwing, flycatcher, woodpecker, dove, babbler, Indian roller, white-breasted kingfisher, grey hornbill, and the mysterious Red-headed vulture.
Kanha National Park Circuits
There are three entry gates to Kanha – Khatia (Kisli), Mukki, and Sarhi. The south zone or Mukki can be easily approached from Nagpur or Raipur while the Khatia and Sarhi are accessible from Jabalpur. To experience the primitive facility of Kanha Jungle Camp, it is advised to search for hotels in the direction of Mukki gate. Traversing Kanha National Park will give you a glimpse of the actual locations from National Geographic’s award-winning documentary film, “Land of the Tigers”.
Forest Department guides accompany visitors around the park on mapped-out circuits which enable viewers to see a good cross-section of Kanha’s wildlife. The main attractions of the Kanha National safari also include a sunset point, known as the most beautiful area of the park. The dense luxuriance of Kahna’s forest can be seen from here and some of the spectacular mammals (herbivores) can also be spotted from this place.
Apart from this, tourists can also enjoy walking and cycling in the pristine air of the buffer zone, take a safari in an open jeep and visit nearby excursions (villages) to experience life in the remote jungle.
Best Time To Visit
Kanha National park is open for its visitors every year from October 15th to June 30th.
The best time to visit is between October and March when the weather is pleasant and the atmosphere is cool.
From March to June, the vegetation of this National park is dried giving leverage to tiger sightings.
How to Reach Kanha National Park?
Nestled in the Mandla and Balaghat districts of Madhya Pradesh, Kanha National park has excellent Air, Road, and train connections from most parts of India. There are two major entry locations of Kanha, Khatia, and Mukki entrance gate. Khatia’s entrance gate lies in the Mandla district, whereas Mukki is settled in the Balaghat district of MP.
The Khatia gate opens the entrance to Kisli, Kanha, and Sarhi zone and the Mukki entrance gate covers the Mukki range of the national park. Khatia gate is well connected to Jabalpur & Nagpur, while the Mukki gate is connected to Jabalpur, Raipur, and Nagpur.
By Road:
Being well connected to major destinations of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh, Kanha National Park is a perfect getaway for wildlife enthusiasts.
By road, Kanha National Park is well connected with the following big cities:
Nagpur – 300 Km
Jabalpur – 160 Km
Raipur – 250 Km
Bilaspur – 250 Km
Bhilai – 270 Km
By Train:
The Nearest Railway stations to reach Kanha National Park are Gondia and Jabalpur. Gondia is located 145 Km away from the Khatia entrance gate and Jabalpur is located 160 Km away from the Mukki entrance.
By Air:
The nearest airports to Kanha National Park are Jabalpur 160 Km, Raipur 250 Km, and Nagpur 300 Km.
Places to visit in Kanha National Park
Kanha Museum
Kanha museum located inside Kanha National park is maintained by the Forest Department of the state. Located close to Khatia (Kisli) gate, this museum can be visited throughout the year and it is an ideal place for people interested in wildlife, botany, and zoology.
Lapsi Kabar
A courageous, expert hunter and guide named ‘Lapsi’ lost his life while battling a ferocious tiger in an attempt to protect his sportsmen colleagues. In his memory, a gravestone was erected at the spot where he fought the tiger. Today, Lapsi Kabar is an important spot in Kanha National Park.
Shravan Tal
A small pond located in the Kanha tiger reserve is considered to be the spot where Shravan Kumar carried his blind parents and fetched water from this pond. While fetching water, Shravan was killed by Dashratha, the father of Lord Rama. Hence, the pond is named after Shravan Kumar.
Sindoor Trees
Sindoor used regularly in Indian households is extracted from this tree variety which is found in abundance here.
Best Places to visit
Kanha Meadows
Kanha Museum
Shravan Tal
Lapsi Kabar
Sindoor trees
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