Tourism in Chandrapur district is a relaxing experience. There are many places located here where one can go in to soak in the atmosphere and to relax in the calm and beauty of the place. One of the most famous tourist attractions located in the district, which in fact is a major tourism site in all of Maharashtra, is the Tadoba - Andhari Tiger Reserve. Apart from the tigers, there is a great variety of animal species found here such as Nilgai, sloth bear, chital, sambar etc. Another major tourist attraction in the district, especially among foreign tourists is the Anandwan Ashram at Warora. It is the Ashram of the renowned social worker Baba Amte, who has done much for the care of leprosy patients. There are many other tourist spots located in the district of Chandrapur which are discussed below:
Pilgrimage Tourism in Chandrapur District
Bhadravati Jain Temple
This temple in the town is very popular with the Jain community. It has very beautiful sculptures. This temple is located as Bhadravati village, 32 kilometres from Chandrapur town on Central Railways. This temple is said to be extremely old, but the exact time of its construction is not known. There are several other idols in the temples, which were recovered in digging the earth.
Ganesh Temple
This is also an ancient temple of Lord Ganesha and is visited by a large number of devotees throughout the year. The temple architecture and sculptures are a major tourist attraction.
Vijasan Hills
There are several temples here which are very attractive. The atmosphere here is very serene and calm and one can come here to soak in the religious significance of the place as well as to relax in the serenity of the environment.
Nature Tourism in Chandrapur district
Tadoba - Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR)
It represents a unique habitat for wildlife in Central India. Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve comprises of the Tadoba National Park and Andhari wildlife Sanctuary. The National park derives its name from the local tribal god "Taru" whereas the Andhari River flowing through the forests gives the sanctuary its name. The forests mainly consist of teak and bamboo interspersed with grassy meadows while Tadoba is a rugged hilly terrain. The area has a wide and rich range of flora and fauna. Teak and bamboo trees dominate southern deciduous forests. There is vast diversity in fauna and various types of species are found here. The major attraction in this place is the presence of tigers. The large herds of Chital and the stately Sambar are often seen in the forest. Other attractions include the barking deer, the chausinga, the gaur, nilgai, sloth bear, wild dogs, wild boar, leopard etc. As night falls the small Indian civet, palm civet, the rattle and flying squirrel make their presence felt. In the backdrop of the famous Ram degi Temple, nature is as its best at Tadoba.
Leisure Tourism in Chandrapur District
Ghora Jhari Development Scheme
This lake is situated in Nagbhir tehsil. It is 6 kms away from the main Nagpur - Chandrapur highway, 106 kms from Chandrapur town and 97 kms from Nagpur. The capacity of the reservoir is 45 cusecs of water.
Junona Development Scheme
This spot is 15 kms away from the town of Chandrapur. Here, there are well developed facilities for boating, and there are also restaurants and parks located here.
Anandwan Ashram at Warora
Warora town has come into prominence due to the location of the `Anandvan Ashram`. It is the ashram of the well-known social worker and Maharashtrabhushan Shri Baba Amte whose services and efforts for the rehabilitation and care of leprosy patients have earned him worldwide recognition. Foreign tourists in large numbers often visit the Anandvan Ashram.
Thus mentioned are the various tourist attractions located in the district of Chandrapur.
