The Great Maharashtra: Chandrapur

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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Chandrapur</span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A VAST PORTION OF CHANDRAPUR DISTRICT IS MOUNTAINOUS AND
COVERED WITH FORESTS. RICH IN WILDLIFE AND MINERAL WEALTH, THE DISTRICT IS
PARTICULARLY FAMOUS FOR ITS TEAK WOOD. CHANDRAPUR TOWN. THE DISTRICT
HEADQUARTERS' IS LOCATED ON THE BANKS OF THE IRAI RIVER.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">PLACES OF INTEREST:</span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">ANCIENT CAVES: </span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are nine ancient caves dating back to the eighth
century in Chandrapur. It is believed that the Caves were first carved out
somewhere during the 8<sup>th</sup> century. Buddhist monks later used these
caves. A large number of Buddhist sculptures can be seen engraved in these
caves.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">EXCURSIONS:</span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">BHADRAVATI (26 KM): </span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Also known as Bhandak, besides being a historical place, this
village is famous as a religious place for the Jains. The temples located here are
well maintained and have paved marble flooring. Shri Bhaclravati Teerth, a protected
memorial, a two storied temple situated in a beautiful garden iS the main
attraction of this place. The main feature of this temple is the four- mouth
idol, which reflects the idols of Bhagvan Prabha Parshwanath, Prabhu Chandraprabh
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">BHAMRAGARH WILDLIFE SANCTUARY (120 KM SOUTH-WEST): </span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The sanctuary covers about 105 sq. km Of M621 and vegetation
consists of moist deciduous mix forests. Sanctuary is home to a variety of wild
animals such as leopard, jungle fowl, wild boar and sloth bear besides barkiiig
deer, blue bull, peacock and flying squirrel. Himalkasa Lok Biradari Project is
in the sanctuary area. The best time to visit this sanctuary is from February to
May.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">BALLARPUR (16 KM): </span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Stuated on the chandrapur-Chennai railway route, Ballalpur now
known for its coal mines and paper mills was the capital of the king Khandakya
Ballalshah during 1437-62 AD. The land fort that he built here on the eastern
bank of the Wardha River is square in shape with walls and bastions. There are
still two intact gates set at right angle to each other. There is also a small
postern gate on the riverside. The tort walls are still intact, but all the old
buildings are in total ruin.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">MUL: </span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Mul is the largest village in Chandrapur Tclisil, which is
picturesquely situated near Mul hills and on the banks of Zi River called Huma,
which flows on a shallow bod, a mile or two to the east of the village site.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This cave is located at Nagbhid; it is a picnic spot better known
for its carved cave. Carved out of a mountain, the cave does not have any other
carving or picture. It is hence puzzling as to why the cave at 350 ft. high
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">MANIKGARH (35 KM SOUTH-WEST):</span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Built by tribal Naga kings in the 9<sup>th</sup> century,
the Manigarh hill fort stands at a height of 507 m above sea level. It was strongly
fortified with walls and bastions. There were several tanks and buildings
inside the fort. Today, the fort is in complete ruins and has become a sanctuary
for wild animals. A pukka road through a dense forest leads very close to the
gateway of the fort. An old temple of Vishnu is situated nearby.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">TADOBA-ANDHARI TIGER RESERVE (45 KM): </span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Being the second tiger reserve in the state, it is well
known for its clean and unique eco-system, and natural heritage. This reserve
was created in 1995, spanning over an area of about 625 sq. km. The Tadoba
National Park (formed in 1955), and Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary (created in
1986), together form the reserve. A variety of wildlife are spotted here.
Education and awareness pro- grammes are often held here for children from
nearby villages and towns. The best time to visit this reserve is from February
to May.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Chandrapur: District Which Is Mountainous And Covered With Forests

Chandrapur A VAST PORTION OF CHANDRAPUR DISTRICT IS MOUNTAINOUS AND COVERED WITH FORESTS. RICH IN WILDLIFE AND MINERAL WEALTH, THE DIS...