Pachmarhi is a city in Madhya pradesh. It is the only hill station in the central region of India. It is situated in the Satpura range and is 3500 ft above sea level. Pachmarhi comes under the Hoshagabad district and is called 'Satpura ki Rani'
The area was discovered in the modern times by Captain James Forsyth of the British army. In 1857, Pachmarhi became a hill station and sanatorium for British troops in the Central Provinces of India. The population in 1901 was 3020, doubling during the hot summer months. Pachmarhi also served as the summer capital.
Pachmarhi is a tourist retreat; its elevation from the sea level and the forests of the Satpuras, with their streams and waterfalls, are picturesque and home to much wildlife. Pachmarhi lies within the Panchmarhi biosphere reserve created in 1999 to link two forest reserves and Satpura National Park into a larger wildlife conservation area. It also has Dhupgarh -- the highest point in Central India
Pachmarhi also has a lot of cave paintings in the forests, some of which have been dated to be as much as 10,000 years old
How to enter in panchmarhi
Pachmarhi is 47 km from Pipariya. Pipariya is on Itarsi-Jabalpur rail line, 2 hours from Jabalpur and approximately 1 hour from Itarsi. Shared taxis (Bolero) or buses are available from Pipariya. Bolero charges INR 1000. The bus fare is INR 20 per head, however preferred seats (middle ones) may cost INR 60 per head.
Pachmarhi can also be reached directly by bus from Bhopal, which is 210 km away by road, Itarsi or Jabalpur.
Sightseeing
One excellent and economic option is to share a Gypsy for sightseeing. They make shared tour keeping in mind the preferences of tourists (for example families or couples are not mixed with group of boys). You would really need to look around for providers of shared tours because everyone tries to promote full hire of vehicles.
Sights to see
Reechhgarh
A wonderful natural amphitheater in the rock, approached through a cave-like entrance on the South-side.
Bison Lodge
Constructed in 1862, the Bison Lodge is the oldest house in Pachmarhi. It now houses a beautiful museum depicting the rich flora and fauna of Pachmarhi.
Pandav Caves
These caves are now protected monuments. The garden at the foothills is beautiful and well maintained.
Mahadeo
Mahadeo hill has a shrine with an idol of Lord Shiva and an impressive Shivlinga
Dhoopgarh
The highest point in the Satpura range A very popular spot for viewing sunsets. and other more sight'sPriyadarshini (Forsyth) Point,Jamuna Prapat (Bee Fall),Handi Khoh viewpoint,Apsara Vihar (Fairy Pool),Rajat Prapat (Silver Fall),Jalawataran (Duchess Falls)
Hotels
Pachmarhi is full of hotels.You will find a hotel after every 50-100 metres in the market area. If you are a student or pilgrimage traveler and want a cheap option then the Youth Hostel is a good option. Good and cheep rooms are available 2 km from the bus stand, in peaceful locations. M.P. Tourism Hotels and private cottages like hotel shri krishna ,chunmun cottages are good options for leisure travelers and standard student groups.
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