Raipur - The emerging education hub of the country
The capital of Chhattisgarh is an old city which was once the seat of the grand Mauryan Empire (in the 9th Century A.D.). Apart from being a historically rich place, Raipur is also emerging as one of the hotbeds of Indian education. Highly acclaimed and prestigious institutes like AIIMS, IIM, IIT and NIT have their campuses in the city, attracting a large student crowd.
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- Tourist attractions in Raipur: Tourist attractions in Raipur include religious sites like the Chhattisgarh Temples, ISKCON Temple and Hatkeshwar Mahadev Mandir. Raipur is also surrounded by naturally scenic places like the waterfalls in the forests of Hajra, Barnapawara Wildlife Sanctuary and Udanti Sanctuary. The Naya Raipur Central Park and Buddha Taalab make up for quaint tourist spots to visit in the city.
- Things to do in Raipur: Raipur is a delightful mix of old-world charm and a bustling space for advancement. Home to a number of tribal societies, visitors can get to know a great deal about them through their various handicrafts like Dora statues, woodcrafts and terracotta pots. Dhruva sarees are a native handloom of Raipur and you should definitely check them out when visiting the city.
Airport in Raipur
Swami Vivekananda Airport in Raipur is located 15 km south from the centre of the city. There are 15 check-in counters at the airport. Do check out the affordable flights from Gaya to Raipur to get the lucrative deals on the IndiGo website.
- Airport IATA code: RPR
- Airport Address: Ramchandi, Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh 492015