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Tourism in Kanker District
Tourism in Kanker District implies visits to different sightseeing options offered by the district. The natural scenic beauty of this tribal district adds further charm to the travelling experience of the people.

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Gadiya Mountain in Kanker DistrictTourism in Kanker District consists of various sightseeing options that transform the travelling experience into a memorable one. The scenic beauty of the region enhances the charm of tourism. The travellers can explore the true beauty of this district of Chhattisgarh through its various tourism options. Kanker District attracts travellers from various parts of the world. Here, one can experience enriching nature as well as religious tourism.

Shivani Temple: This temple is situated in Kanker city. There is an amazing statue of Goddess Shivani Maa. In this temple the Navratri festival celebrated grandiosely. The people of all religions have faith in this temple.

Gadiya Mountain: Gadiya Mountain came into light at the time of Kandra dynasty. When the Kandra king Dharma Dev won the Kanker, he declared his capital on Gadhiya Mountain, which is a natural form of a fort. On the mountain there is a tank which never dries. One part of this tank is called as Sonai and the other part of this tank is called as Rupai. Actually Sonai and Rupai were the two daughters of Kandra king Dharma Dev. On the southern part of this tank there is a cave named Churi pagar. The entry of this cave is quite narrow. The exit door of this cave is towards west direction. In the south east part of Gadhiya mountain there is another cave called Jogi cave. The length of this cave is 50 meters. In ancient time a lot of monks lived here for meditation. Interesting, there is a small pond inside this cave. The water of this cave flows on the rock like a water fall. On the bottom of Gadhiya Mountain the Doodh River flows. Shivaratri is celebrated on this mountain. On that day thousand of people climb on the mountain. There is a concrete leader available for climbing the mountain.

Malanjhkudum Waterfall: Towards South direction and 15 kms away form Kanker, there is a small mountain. On this mountain there is a spot named Neele Gondi from where the Doodh River takes its shape. After crossing 10 kms there is a place named as Malanjhkudum from where the river produces three water falls, the heights of these water falls are 10 meters, 15 meters and 9 meters respectively. The slope of this water fall is like a leader. The waves of this water fall are very attractive and challenging. This spot is ideal for exploring.

Charre-Marre Waterfall: This is another beautiful waterfall situated in Kanker District. This water fall is situated 17 kms away from Antagarh a block of Kanker District. There is a place named Charre-Marre on the way from Antagarh to Aamabera. The height of this water fall is 16 metres. The slope of this water fall is of jig jag shape. Without viewing this waterfall travelling experience of any tourist will be considered incomplete.

These are some of the attractive spots that provide the travellers visiting this district with a rejuvenating tourism experience.


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