Chikaldhara

If you are travelling to Chikhaldara, you can be rest assured that you are never going to experience even a moment’s dullness. The hill resort is packed with places that you can visit and things that you can to. If you just want to take in the beauty of your surroundings, there are three points from which you can do so. You can go to Prospect Point, Hurricane Point, or Devi Point and get lost in the scenic beauty all around you. The forest in this region is quite well known for its varied species of animals and plants. You are quite likely to spot a leopard or a sloth bear. Other animals that can be seen here are tiger, sloth bear, blue bull, spotted deer, langur, pangolin, porcupine, flying squirrel, four-horned antelope, Indian bison and barking deer. Of course, the list is far from exhaustive. You may also visit Gugumal National Park, which is the home of tigers, bisons, sambars, deer, neel gai, crocs and a wide variety of birds. The hills are also covered by forests of kusum, bamboo, tiwas, and teak trees. If you are thinking that natural wonders are all that you can expect from Chikhaldara, then you are going to get a pleasant surprise. The hilly region has a number of famous historical forts amongst the tourist spots, notable one being Gawligad Fort. Another place to visit is Bhim Kund where according to Mahabharat, Bhim had washed his hand after killing Keechaka. Also, if you happen to visit the place in the month of December, make sure that you visit the Chikhaldara Festival. The festival is the showpiece event which exhibits the culture, art and rituals of the region. Wildlife museum is another spot which you must visit. Shakkar lake, from where water is supplied.