PLACES TO VISIT AROUND HNLU There are a number of scenic stunning places to visit around HNLU on foot! A long walk in the evening, or perhaps one in the morning to work up an appetite for breakfast; HNLU has it all!

SHANTINAGAR Just a short walk of about 10 minutes from campus, Shantinagar is the go to place for all HNLU students. The walk along the lake, especially during sunset and sunrise is absolutely enthralling. If you fancy yummy momos, samosas, ‘Fried maggi’ or a hot cup of chai, Chhotu Bhaiya’s shop in Shantinagar will be your saviour. Make sure you make at least one trip to Shanti on your visit to

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MUKTANGAN A blissful garden that gives all visitors a glimpse of , Muktangan is a museum developed by the government of Chhattisgarh. It is spread over 8 acres exhibiting Natural Resources with existing infrastructures, industries, places of tourists attraction, the habitat, artefacts, folk dances, food habits of the Tribals.

JUNGLE SAFARI Soon to begin, the Jungle Safari in Naya aims to showcase the diversity of the living world to everyone. The proposed project inaugurated recently, attempts to complement and strengthen the flora and fauna of the state.

AWESOME LAKE About 20 minutes from Campus, awesome like as its name suggests is truly awesome! Go with a group of your friends and enjoy the tranquillity that the lake offers with beautiful birds in the background.

LOCATION OVERVIEW OF HNLU

PLACES TO VISIT IN CHATTISGARH

CHITRAKOTE

Photo Credits: Ghumakkar The broadest waterfalls in , Chitrakote often referred to as the ‘Niagara of India’ attracts tourists from all over the world. The water of the river flows through the dense vegetation and cascades from a height of about 95 feet. It is about 250KM from Raipur and is road and rail connected.

CHAMPARANYA

Photo Credits: Holidaytravel Champaranya, located about 80KM from Raipur is regarded as a pilgrimage site and features a beautiful temple of Lord Shiv. Champaranya is easily accessible by road and bus from Raipur City.

BHORAMDEO and TALA

134KM from the Capital, Bhoramdeo often referred to as the ‘Kajuraho of Chattisgarh’ is an exquisite temple with intricate rock carvings. Tala, about 85KM from Raipur also has stupendous rock carvings that will surely please the mind and sight of the curious and artistic.

MADKUDWEEP

Madkudweep is a beautiful island marked by gorgeous waterfalls. Ruins of ancient art transport you to an era long gone through their sheer beauty and splendour. It is about 84KM from Raipur City and is easily accessible through road and rail.

GANGREL DAM

Gangrel dam is a must visit for all scenic nature lovers with the area around the dam forming a picturesque of lush green flora and fauna. It is both rail and road connected from Raipur.

DONGARGARH

Dongargarh remains one of the most famous and popular tourist destinations of Chattisgarh. It features the divine temple of ‘ChottiBambleshwari’ and attracts tourists from all over the country. It is about 100KM from Raipur and is connected by road and rail networks.

KANGER VALLEY NATIONAL PARK

Though at 300KM away from Raipur, it is a place one must visit at least once in their lifetime. Not only does it showcase the Tirathgarh Waterfall, it also gives you the chance to observe wildlife at close quarters and spend time in the scenic beauty of mountains in the background. It is connected by road and rail from Raipur.

BARNWAPRA SANCTURY

At 85KM from Raipur, Barnawapra Wildlife Sanctuary has a number of tiny hillocks and forested area that sees flourishing wildlife. The tributaries of the River and the River Balmedhi pass through this incredible Sanctuary making it a must visit place.

BASTAR

264KM from Raipur, Bastar is a wonderful Tribal area where the nature meets the individual. Amongst handicrafts and music, one can also choose between a plethora of options like nature hikes, national parks, rivers and religious sites.