"Raipur is gradually becoming the leading education hub of North India. Along with IIT, AIIMS, IIIT, NIT, national Law University and Journalism University, various medical colleges and higher education institutes are now being established in the city."
- Shrichand Sundrani,, political leader of Raipur
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About Raipur
Kishanganj to Raipur distnce : 1113 km
Estimated travel time : 23.7 hours
Raipur is a hub of Steel, aluminum and coal industries on one hand and on other hand its known for its temples, lakes, spring, surrounding forest and wildlife. The city is known for it's Ancient Dudhadhari Math temple, a sacred monument dedicated to Lord Rama that is carved with scenes from the epic poem โRamayana.โ
Being the capital city of Chhattisgarh and strategically located at center of the state, Raipur is of extreme importance for business travellers. The outskirts of city is being developed as a planned city named Naya Raipur. As Chhattisgarh is largely a forested region, a special attention is paid to ecological balance of Raipur, making it a beautiful multi cultural and multi religious society. It is also a base station or gat for exploring surrounding attractions like Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary, Dandak Caves, Bilaspur, Chitrakoot Falls, Amarkantak, Bhilai, Kanha National Park and the Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary. The most famous one is Turturiya Spring located in the Turturiya village surrounded by dense forest. Raipur equally attracts history and architecture enthusiasts with ruins dating back to the 8th century AD and the Brahmanical ruins belonging to a much later period. Raipur is of immense religious importance with nearby places like Champaran village which is the birth place of the revered Saint Vallabhacharya, founder of the Vallabh sect, Laxman Temple of 7th century, Gandheswar Temple. Raipur is also known for its various festivals like Hareli, Champaran Mela, Pola and Teeja that are celebrated during monsoons.
Taxi from Kishanganj to Raipur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Kishanganj to Raipur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Kishanganj to Raipur distance is 1113 Km and is 23.7 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
2. Rajmahal - Located on the banks of the Ganges River, Rajmahal is famous for its palaces and fort ruins. The Rajmahal Palace and Jagannath Temple are worth a visit.
3. Dumka - Dumka is known for its scenic beauty, with waterfalls and forests surrounding the town. Visit the Massanjore Dam and Basukinath Temple for a tranquil experience.
4. Hazaribagh - A popular hill station in Jharkhand, Hazaribagh offers serene landscapes and wildlife sanctuaries. The Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary and Canary Hill are notable attractions.
5. Ranchi - The capital of Jharkhand, Ranchi offers a mix of natural beauty and modern amenities. Enjoy the scenic beauty of Ranchi Lake, Jonha Falls, or visit the tribal villages to experience the local culture.
6. Bokaro - Known for its steel plant, Bokaro offers an educational tour of the Bokaro Steel Plant. The Jawaharlal Nehru Biological Park and City Park are also worth a visit.
7. Rourkela - Located in Odisha, Rourkela is known for its steel industry. Visit the Hanuman Vatika, Vedvyas Temple, and Indira Gandhi Park for a rejuvenating break.
8. Sambalpur - Famous for its Sambalpuri textile, Sambalpur is a cultural hub of Odisha. Explore the Hirakud Dam, Samaleswari Temple, and the Pradhanpat waterfall.
Tourist Attractions
Nandan Van Zoo and Safari
Purkhauti Muktangan
Swami Vivekanand Sarovar
FM Fun City
Gandhi Udyan
Mahant Ghasi Memorial Museum
Champaran
Banjari Mata Mandir
City Center Mall
Shahid Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium
Rajiv Lochan Mandir
Kevalya Dham Jain Temple
Shadani Darbar
ISKCON Raipur - Sri Radha Rasbihari Temple
Town Hall
Urja Park or Solar Energy Park
Kankali Talab
Mahamaya Temple
Jatmai Temple
Ghatarani Waterfalls