Reechgarh

Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh


Accessible by road 3.3km west of the Jai Stambh, this is a strange natural amphitheatre, reached through a cavelike passage between rocks.

Core-zone permit needed.


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1. Ramya Kund

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A walk of about 1km west from Reechgarh (which is 3.3km west of the Jai Stambh) leads to a small, crystal-clear pool called Ramya Kund.

2. Asthachal Rock Shelter

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Accessed by a trail of about 2.5km from the road towards Reechgarh, this ancient rock shelter is notable for its (now sadly faded) rock paintings,…

3. Duchess Falls

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This 100m-plus fall is a difficult 4km hike from the road that leads to Reechgarh.

4. Bee Falls

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5. Dhoopgarh

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This concrete pillar, erected to commemorate Indian independence, stands in the middle of a seven-way junction in the southwestern part of town.

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8. Pandav Caves

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