Chitrakote Waterfalls

Chitrakote Waterfall

General Info of Chitrakote Waterfall

History of Chitrakote Waterfall

Chitrakote waterfalls, also called as the mini Niagara Fall of India, bear the proud distinction of being the broadest waterfall in India. The majestic beauty is located 38 km from Jagdalpur in Bastar on the river Indrāvati. The water of the river flows through the dense vegetation and cascades from a height of about 95 feet. A horse-shoe shaped waterfall, best seen during and after the monsoon, between July and October. This paints a very beautiful sight.

Places Of Tourist Attraction

CHITRAKOTE WATERFALL

It is said that herds of deer once inhabited the verdant surroundings of Chitrakote, earning it its name (‘chitar is the name for a deer in the Halbi dialect’). Chitrakote waterfall is an incredible manifestation of natural beauty which is surrounded by the majestic grandeur of Vindhya ranges. This waterfall on Indravati River cascades down 100 ft drop amidst.

Excursions of Chitrakote Waterfall

Tour packages of Chitrakote Waterfall

How to get there

Chhattisgarh was the region known as Dakshin Koshal, which finds mention in both the Ramayana and Mahabharata

By Air

From Raipur Airport: 284 kms, approx 5 hrs by Car.

By Rail

Train from Durg to Jagdalpur can be accessed. Also, Jagdalpur Station is on Kirandul-Vishakhapattnam Line.

By Road

This place is located in South of Chhattisgarh, Main City is Jagdalpur, is 284 kms, approx 5 hrs by Car. Regular buses from Raipur are accessible easily.