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Bastar Palace
Location | Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh |
Built in | Early 20th century |
Built by | The rulers of Bastar |
Main Attraction | Palace, artifacts |
Current Status | Maintained by royal family |
Nearest Metro Station | Not found |
Bastar Palace situated in Jagdalpur of Chattisgarh has the special ranking among the tourist places located in Chattisgarh. The Jagdalpur city of Chattisgarh is one of the major and famous city in this state that is located in Bastar district. There are many tourist attractions in this distict like historical sites, scenic landscapes as well as tribal culture. Bastar Palace of Jagdalpur in Chattisgarh state is on the top most ranking among all the other tourist places in this area.
This palace is exactly located in the Jagdalpur city of Chattisgarh that is the headquarter of administration of Bastar district. This site is being visited by thousands of the tourists from round the world and is among the famous historical sites in this area. This Bastar Palace was the administrative seat of the district that dates back since the prehistoric times. There is a very good facility of transportation for the visitors who wants to visit this palace, there are many shuttle buses, cars and taxis that can be hired and plies between the city center and the palace.
History
This Bastar Palace was constructed by the kings of the Bastar State. This palace has the historical importance that is being visited by thousands of visitors who wants to have look of this e palace bears a historically importance and is visited by thousands of tourists who visit to have a look of this significant architectural brilliance. The name of this palace has been derived from the name of the Bastar District.
According to the historical records this palace was being built during the prehistoric times after the shifting of the capital at Barsur to Jagdalpur by the rulers. The main point of attraction for the visitors in this palace is the superb figurines and drawings that can be seen on the ceiling and the walls of this palace. Glittering of this fort in sunlight is another remarkable addition to its beauty. One monument has been built by the government inside the area of this palace. Tourists can also enjoy the view of the artifacts as well as portrayal of bygone kings. Another thing that adds to the beauty of this palace is the awesome gardens that encircle this palace.
How to Reach
Jagdalpur By Bus
Jagdalpur district has a very well connection with all the important cities as well as towns of this state and the neighboring states. Raipur is being connected to this district by NH 49 that is about 300 km from this district.
Jagdalpur By Train
Many trains are available between Visakhapatnam and the Jagdalpur district that also connects many other places midway like Jeypore, Ambagaon, Koraput, Darliput, Paliba, Chimidipalli and Simhachalam.
Nearby Places to Visit
The famous 'haat bazaar' is being held near this Bastar Palace every week. Besides this many sightseeings are also available for the tourists during there stay at Bastar. Some other points of tourist attractions that are situated in the vicinity of this palace are as follows:
- Anthropological Museum
- Shilpigram
- Danteshwari Temple
Things to Do
Sightseeing
This palace is enveloped with wonderful etchings that are decorated highly. The main building is being lead by the wide corridors. One monument is being built by the government that is present in the area of this palace. Certain Portrayals made by the Bastar's rulers are also present in this palace. This palce is also the domicile of the Bastar’s Royal family. Another thing that adds to the beauty of this palace is the awesome gardens that encircle this palace.
Many travel agencies as well as the tourist board have provided many guided tours to visit the Bastar Palace. The trips for full day are being started from the city center.
Weather and Best Time to Visit
Best Time to visit is from October to March.
Temperature in summers ranges from 22-40° C
Temperature in winter ranges from 12-33° C
Accomodation
Hotel Anand Niwas
Gurudwara
Jagdalpur - 497008
Chhattisgarh
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