A recreational escape to Pachmarhi on a vacation Pachmarhi is a cool place amidst the green mountains. It houses a cantonment since the British Raj. Being situated in a valley of the Satpura range, it is commonly known as the “Queen of Satpura�. The forest which surrounds the town is very beautiful and a home to many varieties of plants. Pachmarhi is one of the major tourist destinations of India and it is filled with visitors throughout the year. You can pick from hotels in Pachmahri for a comfortable stay. Here is a brief description of the place.
Pachmarhi enjoys a good elevation and its greenery of Satpuras is picturesque and home to many flora and fauna. This region of Madhya Pradesh contains three wildlife conservation parks- Satpura National Park, Bori Sanctuary and Pachmarhi Sanctuary. Pachmarhi conservation area was created in 1999 and in 2009 UNESCO designated it as a biosphere reserve. It encompasses the area of Hoshangabad, Betul and Chhindwara districts of Madhya Pradesh. Pachmarhi is one of the prides of Madhya Pardesh. Bori Sanctuary and
Pachmarhi are the buffer zone and Satpura National Park is the core zone, however, you should explore the zones under the supervision of an authorised guide which will make the tour more safe and enjoyable. It is a recreational tour and the essence of flora and fauna are fantastic. Waterfalls and the cave paintings dating back to some 10000 years ago will mesmerize you.
Bhopal airport is the nearest and regular flights link Bhopal with Delhi, Gwalior, Indore and Mumbai. Pipariya happens to be the nearest railhead at 47 km away. Local transports are always available. You can take your pick from jeeps, buses and taxis or for more fun you can hire a bicycle.
Midland Guest House near bus stand, Hotel Parikalp behind Shiva Mandir, etc. are some of the popular budget hotels which are good for backpackers. You can also choose from the list of cheap hotels in Pachmarhi according to your budget. The hotels offer modern amenities to their guests. Madhya Pradesh Tourism also runs some of the guesthouses and hotels.
Priyadarshini is a vantage point from where the Pachmarhi was discovered. Jamuna Prapat, a fall which provides drinking water to Pachmarhi, Handi Khoh, Apsara Vihar, Silver Fall, Irene Pool, Duchess Falls, Sunder Kund, Mahadeo Pahar which has a shrine of Lord Shiva, Dhoopgarh, Catholic Chruch Pandav Caves, etc. are places located within the radius of 5 to 6 km. Nearby places include Tamiya which is 78 km away. It is not a much known tourist spot but it is a very beautiful place. You can hire a gypsy to reach the place and enjoy the Sunset Point.
Bhimbetka is 145 km away and it is marked as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The series of rock paintings reveal the early existence of pre-historic men in India. Pachmarhi is a paradise for adventure seekers. This region of Madhya Pradesh is also famous for honey and Ayurvedic medicines. October to May is the apt time to visit the place. The soothing climate during the season is ideal for sightseeing.