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Chhattisgarh,
a little paradise in central
India, is not only known for its
exceptional scenic beauty, but
the region also has a history of
its own. Famous for its unique
and varied tribal populations,
including the world-famous Gonds
tribes of Bastar region,
Chhattisgarh has a rich cultural
heritage, dating back to
thousands of years. Chhattisgarh
has its own unique form of
dances, music, religious beliefs
(each tribe has their own gods),
cuisine, tribal festivals and
more, offering a cultural
destination with a difference.
The Dusshera Festival at Bastar
is famous in all over India and
celebrated by tribes with great
fanfare.
Chhattisgarh is also known for
its rich and unique
architectural monuments
including temples, caves,
palaces, providing insights into
the rich cultural heritage of
the region. There are number of
important heritage sites, which
you can visit on your cultural
tour of Chhattisgarh. Bhoramdeo,
Dantewada, Deepadih, Dongargarh,
Jogibhatta, Rajim,
Sirpur,
Malhar, Sita Bhengra, and
Sheorinarayan are the major
sites for heritage tourism in
Chhattisgarh. The rock-paintings
of Singhanpur, Sita Bhengra, and
Kabra mountains are worth
visiting on your cultural tour
of Chhattisgarh.
Chhattisgarh is also rich in
arts and crafts. The tribes of
Bastar were amongst the earliest
to work with metal in India. The
wooden figurines of gods,
animals, oil lamps, carts and
bamboo furniture, clay pieces
made by tribes are very famous
and worth purchasing souvenirs.
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