An often neglected tourist city, Jabalpur located in Madhya Pradesh is quite a wondrous place. Often called the cultural capital of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur offers a range of activities and places that can enthrall anybody. From trekking to getting lost in the wilderness, Jabalpur is quite a happening place.
With its surreal lakes and miraculous rock formations, Jabalpur can easily make you fall in love. Filled with surprises and a stunning history, Jabalpur is aching to be explored.
Here are some of the things you can do on your visit to Jabalpur:
Wander Off At National Parks
Jabalpur is quite a haven for dense and lush national parks that will reunite you with nature. These beautiful parks are the perfect way to spend the day away from the sweltering heat, pollution and the traffic of urban life. Jabalpur has two famous national parks, namely Kanha national park and Dumna reserve park. Both of these parks are quite popular tourist hotspots.
You can embark on stunning safaris, nature walks and witness the blossoming flora and fauna in these parks. Both the Kanha and Dumna national parks are so gorgeous that you will want to get lost in those tall dark woods. However, during your safari make sure that you keep a safe distance away from the animals and let them live in their world. There is nothing more beautiful than watching the animals in their natural habitat.
You should also keep a lookout for exotic birds that hover around in these parks. These birds are masters of hiding, so always be alert and you might find some of the rarest birds camouflaging with the tree.
Witness The Fascinating Rocks
Jabalpur is also known as the city of rocks. One of the most popular things to do in Jabalpur is to witness these quirky, gravity-defying and stunning rock structures and caves that will surely blow your mind. It may take you quite a few days to view all of these magnificent rock structures.
The balancing rock of Jabalpur has attracted quite a few gasps, and it is something to look at. This geographical miracle is essentially a rock balancing on another rock, which is the same size as the other rock. Even after served weather conditions, rain, hail, or storm, these rocks have stood the test of time and are still balancing proudly. It even managed to withstand an earthquake. It is quite miraculous and magical, and your Jabalpur journey would be incomplete if you don’t witness this.
Witness The Wonders Of Water
The city of Jabalpur is also famous for offering its visitors some gorgeous water bodies. The Dhuandhar falls, the beautiful Narmada river and the serene Sangram Sagar lake, all of them have found a home in Jabalpur. These places are quite a crowd puller, owing to their tranquil beauty. Jabalpur also has many dams and ghats, and all of them are quite stunning to see.
You can not only sail away on a boat to feel the calmness of these water bodies, but also indulge in a lovely picnic by the banks, and enjoy a lovely family day.
Sit By The Ghats
The little narrow alleys of Jabalpur, slowing turn smaller and smaller, till they suddenly open up to the beautiful Narmada river. This wide-open space is also known as the Gwarighat, which is quite a famous ghat in Jabalpur. This lovely ghat is not just known for its serene location, but also the half-submerged temple. Yet, such is the devotion of people, that devotees still throng the temple irrespective of the water and offer their daily prayers.
There is also an evening aarti, that you should not miss for the world. Devotees flock over to the ghat to take part in this ritual. The entire place light sup with diyas and lamps, as the soulful rendition of hymns, start to fill the air. Soon, the soft voices turn into rhythmic beats and you will feel your adrenaline rushing with the beat of the chants. It is quite surreal to witness all of this, and it is an experience that you will never forget.
