5 Top Things To Do In Jabalpur While Vacationing

Jabalpur, one of the most sought after holiday destinations in the country, is a small city situated on the shores of holy river Narmada and expanding on the plains of Gour, Ken, Hiran, and Sone rivers. It is an ancient city, significant for the nation carrying a rich history to tell. In 12th century, the city was the pleasure resort and capital of Gond rulers and later became the seat of Kalchuri dynasty. The city was then taken control of by the Marathas and finally, was wrested by the British in 1817, who then ruled the lands and left their impressions in the city with their colonials and barracks. Now, the city holds the important administrative headquarters and is the centre of industries, businesses, and education of the state.

As one of the hottest tourist destinations of the nation, there is a lot to explore in Jabalpur tourism. One can start exploring the city by first getting familiar with the denizens. The people in the city are very artistic and culture enthusiast. It is very easy to get along with the localities, as you can talk about anything and everything. You can talk about government, history, food, music, education, Modi, Gandhi, religion, summer, etc.; it is certain that you will have a good discussion. The city is so diverse in terms of religion, as it has Hindus, Muslims, Christians, and others living in the city, still it is one of the most peaceful city in the country.

Unlike most of the metro cities in the country, where English and the native tongue are the prime languages for communication, people in Jabalpur still speak Hindi; staying true to the nation. People here are open to suggest; if one knows a stuff better than anyone else, then he will certainly help you.

Other than mingling up with the locals, there are certain other things to do in Jabalpur. Following are the five cool things that one can do while he is in this city.

• Visit Treasure Island - This is one cool thing to do in the city. Well, the location is a mall, serving as the one-pit-stop for shopping, dining, entertainment, and other recreational stuff. It has three multiplexes, several shopping outlets, good places to dine and hangout and more. It is one of the biggest mall and the most happening place in the city.

• Visit Samdareeya Mall - It is the other most popular mall in the city. One can find all brand outlets, multiplexes, food junctions, and hotels etc. under one roof. This really is a good place to hangout and reaching here is an easy affair.

• Visit Dhuandhar - The water-fall of Dhuandhar is one of the prime attraction of Jabalpur sightseeing. This place is located at a distance of 25km from the city and there are several hired cabs going towards the place. The place is most famous for the illusions that are created by the upward moving water droplets at the fall.

Illustration 1: Treasure island

• Visit Sea world water park - It is the only water park in the city and is a great place to have day full of fun and enjoyment. It doesn't matter whether you are going with friends or family, you will certainly have a great time in the place. There are several cool water rides and pool. The place also have multiple food stalls in different part of the park. It is certainly a good place to take a day off and have fun.

Illustration 2: Dhuandhar Waterfalls

Illustration 3: Sea World Water Park

• Bandhavgarh National Park - Near to the city, is the Bandhavgarh National Park that has the highest density of tigers in the world. This is a great place for the nature and thrill enthusiasts and also one of the 5 top things to do in Jabalpur. According to reports it is in this where the white tiger was discovered.

Reaching the city is easy, as it is very well-connected to all major states of the nation through air, road, and train. The city has its own domestic airport. Those who are flying from foreign nations have to arrive on IGI Airport, New Delhi, and then take a train or cabs towards the city. Two national highways, NH 7 and NH 12 passes through the city and there are daily bus services from all neighbouring cities/towns to the city.

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