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Chandrapur: District Which Is Mountainous And Covered With Forests

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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;">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;">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
and Prabhu Adinath.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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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;">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...

Gadchiroli: The District Famous For Bamboo And Tendu Leaves

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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">CARVED OUT OF THE OLD CHANDRAPUR DISTRICT, GADCHIROLI IS
FAMOUS FOR ITS BAMBOO AND TENDU LEAVES. THE DISTRICT IS HOME TO THE MADIA
GONDS, A PREDOMINANT JUNGLE TRIBE AND THE DANDER, GONDI AND GONDHAU ARE THE
FAMOUS TRIBAL FOLK DANCES. GADCHIROLI TOWN IS THE DISTRICT HEADQUARTERS.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">VAIRAGAD FORT: </span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">An important landmark in Gadchiroli, this fort is surrounded
by temples like Bhandareshwar, Gorjai, Pachpande, and Ekora, which reflect the
culture and the type of architecture of the past. These temples stand as
historical evidences of the rich heritage of this region.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This sanctuary is located in the Vidharba region of
Maharashtra. The sanctuary is home to a variety of wild animals. Out of 23
species of mammals recorded in this area, there are 4 species of mammals, which
are of endangered status, namely Tiger, Leopard, Jungle cat, Sloth Bear, and
Wild clog. There are 131 species of avifauna recorded in the Protected Area of
which as many as three bird species are of endangered status. There are 2
species of reptiles, which are of endangered status namely Indian Python, and
Common Indian Monetary. Others include Black Buck, Wild Boar, Spotted Deer,
Sambar, Barking Deer, Blue Bull, Common Langoor, Harep, Jackal, Mongoose,
Peacock, Jungle Fowl, and Flying Squirrel.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">MARKANDA: </span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Situated on the bank of the Vainganga River, this town is
said to have derived its name from the sage Markandeya who lived and worshipped
here. It has an undoubtedly spiritual character with no less than 24 temples in
its vicinity, including the Markanda temple. The temples reflect the architectural
style of Khajuraho, although no inscriptions exist to indicate their exact age.
The ancient sculptures of Markanda attract researchers from around the world.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Gadchiroli: The District Famous For Bamboo And Tendu Leaves

Gadchiroli CARVED OUT OF THE OLD CHANDRAPUR DISTRICT, GADCHIROLI IS FAMOUS FOR ITS BAMBOO AND TENDU LEAVES. THE DISTRICT IS HOME TO THE ...

Buldhana: The District Of considerable Prosperity Abundant In Agriculture And Natural Wealth

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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">SANDWICHED BETWEEN THE TAPTI AND GODAVARI RIVERS, BULDHANA
IS A DISTRICT OF CONSIDERABLE PROSPERITY ABUNDANT IN AGRICULTURAL AND NATURAL
WEALTH. IN LONAR IS A UNIQUE SALT-WATER LAKE THAT WAS CREATED BYE
METEOR-STRIKE, THE SURROUNDING STONEWALLS RISING TO A HEIGHT OF 130 M. THE
DISTRICT HEADQUARTERS TOWN OF BULDHANA ENJOYS A PLEASANT CLIMATE THROUGHOUT THE
YEAR DUE TO ITS HIGH ALTITUDE.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">DNYANGANGA SANCTUARY (8 KM):</span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are two lakes within the 205 sq. km sanctuary. A wide
variety of wild animals and birds are spotted here. About 150 species of birds
are here. The ideal time to visit the sanctuary is from January to June.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Also known as Little Lonar, it is located about a kilometre
away from the Lonar Crater. It is said to have been created by the impact of a
smaller piece of a meteor, which split from the main body. A Hanuman Temple,
with an idol of Hanuman in a reclining pose, is located on its banks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The third largest natural salt-water lake in the world is
located near Lonar. It is renowned for the Lonar Crater, a bowl shaped
depression formed 50,000 years ago by the impact of a huge meteorite. It is the
largest and oldest meteoric crater in the world. The lake has enough fauna
surrounding it making it a serene and scenic spot. There are several temples
near the lake like Yadav Temples, also known as Hemadpanti Temples named after
Hemadri, Ramgaya, Vishnu Mandir, Wagh Mahadev, Mora Mahadev/Munglyacha Mandir
and Goddess Kamalaja Devia are the other temples inside the crater. The best
time of the year to visit this place is between August and February.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It is a small place located on the State Highway 183, in
Buldhana District of Maharashtra. It is renowned as the birthplace of Rajmata
Jijabai, the mother of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Kalkat, Rang Mahal, Lakhuji
Jadhav Memorial, Palace of Lakhuji jadhav and ancient temples of Neelkan-
theshwar and Rameshwar are the major attractions of this place.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A municipal town, it is renowned for the Samadhi of Shri
Gajanan Maharaja. There is also a temple of Lord Ram, situated in the premises
of the shrine. Ramnavami is celebrated here in the month of Chaitra (April),
which attracts thousands of people here.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Buldhana: The District Of considerable Prosperity Abundant In Agriculture And Natural Wealth

Buldhana SANDWICHED BETWEEN THE TAPTI AND GODAVARI RIVERS, BULDHANA IS A DISTRICT OF CONSIDERABLE PROSPERITY ABUNDANT IN AGRICULTURAL AN...