Adorned by scenic natural vistas, Mahasamund enchants you at the very first sight. As you delve deeper into its secluded environs, encountering the marvelous ancient structures, the mystique is replaced by awe. Be it the resplendent wilderness or the age-old heritage, Mahasamund transports you to an entirely different world. Its allure is further enhanced by the rich cultural heritage of the numerous tribes thriving amidst the wilderness. Situated in Chhattisgarh, it was once a prominent center of knowledge and intellect during the reign of the Somavansiya emperors. With its rustic setting and its thrilling legends of past, Mahasamund casts a lasting charm on you.
Mahasamund is a treasure trove of historical delights, making it an explorer’s haven. Visit the ancient site of Sirpur to view the magnificent brick structures such as Ram Temple, Laxman Temple, and Buddha Vihar. Adorned with fine carvings, these sites are worth visiting for their spiritual, historical, and artistic appeal. Some of the excavated artifacts are showcased at the Archeological Museum in town.
Step into the enclosed wilderness of the fascinating deciduous forest of the Barnawpara Wildlife Sanctuary. The dense forest is teeming with endangered animals such as tigers, black bucks, sloth bears, and leopards.
Soak in the tribal culture with a visit to the weekly local markets to shop for beautiful souvenirs of tribal artwork. Partake in the jubilant festivities of Maghi Purnima to enjoy spectacular performances of the Panthi folk dance.
Mahasamund boasts of a well-connected and efficient transport system that makes it easy to travel within the city. Public buses ply along all the major routes and offer an affordable travel alternative. However, taxis and car rentals are also available if you wish to travel in a more comfortable manner.
On a daily basis there are approximately 28 flights that operate at Raipur Airport.IndiGo and Air India are the most popular airline brands that fly frequently to this airport.
Besides flying you can also reach Mahasamund through train.Mahasamundis one of the most popular train stations in Mahasamund.On an average about 29 trains pass through Mahasamund on a daily basis.Raipur to Mahasamund, Khariar Road to Mahasamund, Titlagarh to Mahasamundare some of the most popular routes to Mahasamund with 40, 36, 36 trains weekly respectively.
By road Mahasamund is surrounded by Raipur, Nawapara, Dhamtari which are 31.41 km, 36.92 km, 44.66 km away respectively. These places are ideal spots for people to plan their short weekend break.