Tourist Destinations in Jabalpur

Madhya Pradesh is a place steeped in history, and there are enough reasons to visit this state. One of them could well be Jabalpur, the most tourist friendly city in Madhya Pradesh. Hills, ponds, rivers, waterfall, historic monuments - Jabalpur checks all the right boxes when it comes to what a tourist wants from a locale. A one-day visit wouldn’t do justice to Jabalpur if your trip is about soaking the sights and sounds of the city. Here are some of the must-see places in Jabalpur:

Bhedaghaat: A popular boating site 25 km away from the main city, Bhedaghaat is one of the most favored picnic spot for tourists visiting Jabalpur. Boating in River Narmada between the gleaming rock will remain etched in your memory for years to come. It’s no surprise that many a Bollywood movies have been shot in this picturesque location, be it an action sequence or the dream song routine.

Bhedaghaat (Photo Courtesy: http://thinkingparticle.com)

Dhuaandhaar Waterfall: This waterfall makes a trip to Bhedaghaat even more worthwhile. The roaring sound and scattering of the water gives you the illusion of a fog, making it one of the most photogenic scenes to behold while on your trip to Jabalpur. 

Dhuaandhaar Waterfall (Photo Courtesy: http://mymptrip.com)

Dumna Natural Reserve: This Eco tourism spot gives you the perfect opportunity to spot wildlife such as chitals, spotted dear, porcupine, jackals, wild boar, and many rare species of birds in their natural habitat. Boating on Khandari Dam makes and the natural reserve’s proximity to Jabalpur’s Dumna airport make it a top draw on the tourist’s itinerary.

Dumna Natural Reserve (Photo Courtesy: http://wildexpeditionindia.com)

Bargi Dam and Narmada Valley: What makes Bargi Dam a hit with the tourists is the chance to indulge in water spots. Not to mention the dam itself, which is 69 meters in height and 5.4 km across. Only one word to describe the sight - spectacular!

Bargi Dam and Narmada Valley (Photo Courtesy: http://bargidam.blogspot.in)

There is much you can explore in Jabalpur. If you are traveling from a far-off place, flying down to Jabalpur will save on time if you have limited number of holidays. You will also have more time on your hands to see the place at a leisurely pace. When it comes to flights to Jabalpur, the city is well-connected to various parts of India as well as abroad. Go ahead, make a trip to Jabalpur. You will surely come back for more of Jabalpur!