Jabalpur Darshan

It is the ancient quarters of the Gond queen Rani Durgavati, thus acquiring the local name Rani Durgavati fort. It is one of the best places to visit in Jabalpur with family. The fort stands at 500 meters tall and has regular architectural capabilities but has unique passageways, underground routes and sharp turns. It is specially made to adjust complex and heavy martial threats. The stables and war rooms are further proof that this fort is a building made for combat and to counter unnecessary attacks from the enemy.

It serves as a famous ghat of Maa Narmada. Its presence is made more special because of the half-submerged temple. The water does not stop the temple’s devotees from offering daily prayers and holding beautiful aartis in the evening. The prayers are to Maa Narmada and are attended by a huge number of people. The adrenaline rush felt while singing hymns of praises makes this place one of the best places to visit in Jabalpur.

Jabalpur’s balancing rock is a gift of mother nature. It is a geological formation in which it appears as if a rock is being balanced on another rock. The rock that appears to be balanced is proportionately sized as the base rock. The balancing rock of Jabalpur has not crumbled even by the influence of rain, storm, seasonal erosion and dry weather. It has also survived a 6.9 magnitude earthquake. It is situated near the Madan Mahal fort and is a roadside tourist spot.

Also called the Bara Mandir which is quite a popular Jain temple in Jabalpur where the main highlight is the beautiful idol of Adinath Bhagwan. The idol is made of pitch black stone and the Jain followers call this the idol of Swayambhu Statue. Alongside that the temple is also known for peace and serenity which surrounds the place. There are around 22 shrines inside the temple complex which makes the place more admirable.

This is a famous Jain Pilgrimage which is located amidst the lush-greenery and hilly region. Situated in a close distance from Netaji Subhash Chandra Medical College, this temple is revered by Digambara sect of Jainism which is dated back to around 500 years. This shrine is visited by many pilgrims.

This beautiful garden is located at the Old Napier Town which is the heart of the Jabalpur city. Bhawartal Garden is actually a public park which is adorned by slides, swings and toy trains. Alongside that there is greenery which surrounds the place and people come here for yoga sessions and early morning walks. In the daytime the park is crowded by families and kids who come here to enjoy a picnic.

It can be admired if you are ready to climb 150 steps. The temple is mainly dedicated to Maa Durga and is considered one of the oldest heritage sites. The devotees also pray to Lord Shiva and offer their inter-sessions to Maa Durga’s yoginis, her female attendees. The architecture is simple and bears a similar style to the Khajuraho temples. The temple receives the majority of couples who come to seek blessings for their future from Maa Durga.

Dhuandhar falls is the best place to visit in Jabalpur. The fall is so widely sought out because of its unique fall and smoke sequence. The falls are at a height of 30 meters and emit smoke because of its water vapors. It is situated at Bhedaghat at Narmada river. The size of this popular site has prompted a cable car service that takes you from one side of the river to another. The falls are beautiful beyond explanation and hence is a must visit place.

Bhedahat also houses another popular Indian tourist site, the marble rocks. These rocks have river Narmada flowing right from their edges which has resulted in an 8km gorge. Earlier, this gorge was not very deep and had monkeys jumping from one rock to another, thus earning the name, bandar kudni. However, the softness of the rock has widened the gap creating various cliff-like rocks.