Bilaspur, on the banks of the Arpa River, is one of Chhattisgarh's major cities and a base for exploring several ancient temple towns in the surrounding region.
Top Attractions
- Ratanpur: An ancient temple town near Bilaspur, once the capital of the Kalachuri dynasty, home to the significant Mahamaya Devi Temple.
- Kharod: A historic village near Bilaspur known for the Lakshmaneshwar Temple, an example of well-preserved early medieval temple architecture.
- Achanakmar Wildlife Sanctuary: A forested tiger reserve a drive from Bilaspur, part of a larger biosphere reserve.
- Bilaspur Museum: Displays regional archaeological finds and cultural artifacts from Chhattisgarh.
Best Time to Visit
October to March for comfortable temperatures.
How to Reach
Bilaspur has its own airport and is a major railway junction in Chhattisgarh.
