Raipur- India’s Education Hub
The capital city of Chhattisgarh, Raipur has become an industrial town of prominence in Central India. Raipur had been a part of the Maurya Empire in the 9th Century. At present, Raipur is a hot-bed of Indian education. Eminent institutes like IIT, IIM, NIT and AIIMS have campuses in the city. Thus, the city attracts a large student crowd from all over the country.
Things to do in Raipur
Raipur has a historical charm boasting a rich cultural heritage. Raipur is home to several ancient tribal societies and you can also shop for tribal products when visiting the place. Raipur has a large number of places for religious worship and it can be a peaceful experience to visit these places.
Tourist attractions in Raipur
The Rajivalochana Temple in Rajim, Mahamaya Temple, ISKCON Temple, Hatkeshwar Mahadev Mandir are some of the most visited temples in Raipur. The waterfalls among dense forests in Hajra offer scenic beauty. Barnapawara Sanctuary and Udanti Sanctuary are beautiful and are a must-visit for lovers of nature. The Buddha Taalab is also a peaceful tourist site along with the Naya Raipur Central Park.
Places to shop in Raipur
Raipur has an exquisite collection of items from native Chhattisgarh. Raipur offers a great collection of Dora statues, bell metal sculptures, woodcrafts and terracotta pots. You can buy these at Woodkart Handicrafts. Yogita Kosa handloom and Barlota enterprises have great collections of native Dhruva sarees which you must surely get your hands upon if you are interested in textile shopping.
Best time to visit Raipur
October to March is the most favourable time to plan a visit to the city.
Modes of transport in Raipur
The public transport network of Raipur is very efficient. The Raipur City Bus Limited (RCBL) has a good network of buses plying throughout the city. Auto-rickshaws and taxis are also a good way of travelling around the city.
Weather in Raipur
Raipur experiences moderate temperature conditions throughout the year. The highest temperatures during these months have been recorded at around 48°C. The monsoons last from June till about October. The annual mean temperature in Raipur has been recorded to be around 26.8°C.
Airport in Raipur
Swami Vivekananda Airport (IATA: RPR) is the only airport in Raipur. With the capacity to handle 350 incoming and 350 outgoing passengers, Raipur Airport is a single integrated terminal building.