| Kanker
Palace is a mid-way on the Raipur - Jagdalpur Route and is a a
region situated in the dense tropical forestlands of Kanker (Chhattisgarh, Central India
). It
is an area blessed with natural
beauty. Tribal societies here have created and sustained ecosystem in harmony
with nature. Kanker
Palace, the residence of the erstwhile ruling family of the Princely State of
Kanker, has been developed as a retreat which is most appreciatd by the overseas
guests, who get a homely hospitality, a royal ambience within a very green rural./
tribal backdrop. Built
in the first quarter of the last century, and rebuilt and set in a garden in 1937,
Kanker
Palace
was earlier known as Radhanivas
Bagicha. The residence of the British Agent during the Raj, it is now lived
in by the Royal family. With its Colonial style architecture, the Palace is stately,
elegant, and has an old world charm and ambience. Accommodation
: Five suites in the right wing of the Palace have been developed to host guests.
These have modern facilities, including Western style baths and toilets. On the
whole, however, our attempt is to retain the earthy flavor of the region. Festivals
: Kanker Madai (January), Narayanpur Madai (Feb-March), Bastar Dussera (October).
Weekly haat (Market) at Bahaigon and Narayanpur are held on Sundays and Thursdays. Distance:
Raipur - 140 kms, Jagdalpur (Bastar) - 160 kms. Recommended
- Circuit - Kanha - Kawardha - Kanker - Jagdalpur - Raipur Kanker
Palace is visited as a part of Central India
Itinerary of Chhattisgarh.
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