Chikhaldara, wild holidays in Maharashtra
Located in Amravati district, Chikhaldara is right in the middle of several wildlife sanctuaries, it is a nature lover’s dream.
Waterfalls, bird-watching and hiking are best enjoyed here.
A wide variety of animal and plant species are found here.
The Melghat Tiger Project nearby offers visitors an opportunity to spot the wild feline in the verdant surroundings in the heart of Maharashtra.
Besides this, Chikhaldara also has mythological importance, having been named for Kichaka, a character in the epic Mahabharata.
It was popularized by the British as a holiday spot.
Best time to visit Chikhaldara:
October-June
How to reach or travel to Chikhaldara,Maharashtra:
By air
The nearest airport is Nagpur.
By rail
Badnera is the nearest railhead from Chikhaldara.
By road
Chikhaldara is accessible by road from Mumbai, Nagpur and Amravati through state buses or private vehicles.
Map of Chikhaldara ,Maharashtra
Photos,Images,Video of Chikhaldara,Maharashtra
Bhimkund Falls at Chikhaldara
Hotels and Resorts in/around Chikhaldara,Maharashtra:
Satpura Retreat
Harshwardhan Hotel
Sunrise Cottage
Green Valley Resort
Melghat Resort
MTDC Resort
Surya Hotel
Utkarsha Hotel
Places to visit while at Chikhaldara, Maharashtra:
Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary
Melghat Tiger Reserve
Wan Sanctuary
Bhimkund
Vairat Goddess
Sunset Point
Bir Lake
Panchbol Point
Kalapani Lake
Shivsagar Point
Mahadev Temple
Some interesting links for Chikhaldara,Maharashtra:
Official website of Maharashtra Tourism
Chikhaldara on Wikipedia
21 Nov, 2008