Temperature: Max. 31° C, Min. 4° C
Ideal Duration: 1-2 days
Open Time: Throughout the year
Nearest Airport: Bhopal
Nearest Railway Station: Pipariya
How to reach- "Reach Bhopal by Air from anywhere in India. Then avail cab or bus to reach Pachmarhi, which is about 200 Km away. Nearest Railway station is Pipariya. Reach Pipariya Railway Station and then avail bus or cab service to reach 51 Km distant Pachmarhi, that takes 2 Hrs."
Pachmarhi is the only hill station in Madhya Pradesh, situated at an altitude of 1110 meters above sea level. Pachmarhi is popularly known as Satpura ki Rani or Queen of Satpura. It is spread in the ranges of Satpuras.
Pachmarhi was earlier the capital of the tribal dynasty of the Gond tribe, whose king was Bhaut Singh. In 1857, Captain James Forsyth of the British Army discovered Pachmarhi Hill Station and introduced it to the world. The entire credit for the modern development in Pachmarhi goes to James Forsythe. His enthusiasm converted Pachmarhi into a prestigious hill station.
Being the highest point of central India, the British made it the center of a military cantonment.
Later in the year 2009, UNESCO declared Pachmarhi as a biosphere reserve.
Tourist Places in and around Pachmarhi are - Pachmarhi has many places for tourists. Dhupgarh is the highest point of the Vindhya Satpura range and the highest point of Central India. Interestingly, Pachmarhi is a saucer-shaped hill station. Pachmarhi is also famous for Pachmarhi Military Cantonment. Pachmarhi is famous for its ancient caves, monuments, waterfalls, natural beauty, forests, flora, and fauna. Rocky hills, lush green valleys, dense forests, waterfalls, and comfortable weather make it the abode of the goddess of nature. Pachmarhi is a perfect place to enjoy the beauty of the sunset. Handi Khoh, Jata Shankar Cave, Pandava Caves, Apsara Vihar, Bee Fall, Satpura national park, Chhota Mahadeo, Christ Church, Chauragarh Temple, Jata Shankar Caves, Duchess Fall, etc. are some of the major attractions of Pachmarhi.
The weather of Pachmarhi remains pleasant throughout the year. Therefore, the tour can be done at any time, although the time from October to June considered the best. The nice weather here promotes tourism in Pachmarhi.
To reach Pachmarhi, you can travel by air or train to reach Bhopal and cover the remaining distance by road.
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