Panchmarhi
Pachmarhi is Madhya Pradesh's most verdant jewel, a place where Nature has found exquisite expression in a myriad enchanting ways. Each dawn at this lovely hill resort girdled by the Satpura ranges ushers in a day of tranquil beauty.



The valley, ravines and maze of gorges, sculpted in red sandstone by wind and weather aeons ago, add their own coloring to this palette of shades, and cascading waterfalls flash silver in the sunshine.

Forests here are the natural habitat of woodland birds and wild species like langur, sambar, Indian bison and leopard.Complementing the magnificence of Nature are the works of Man, for Pachmarhi is also an archaeological treasure house. Cave shelters in the Mahadeo hills contain an astonishing richness in rock paintings. Pachmarhi is truly a resort for all seasons. Nature and Man have together created a place of beauty, a world in itself.

Prime Attractions of Panchmarhi

Jatashankar :
Jatashankar an important rock formation is -a place sanctified by the Shaivite lore. The stones are indeed shaped like the mater hair of the great Hindu God Shiva, and inside a natural Cavern there is a stone formation like the hundred-headed divine snake Seshnag.

Chauragarh :
Four km from Mahadeo, it is one of Satpura's prominent landmarks, the summit crowned with emblems of Mahadeo worship.

Dhoopgarh :
The highest point in the Satpura range, with a beautiful view of the surrounding ranges, it is a very popular spot for viewing the sunset.



Pandav Caves :
As the name suggests, these caves are said to be associated with the Pandava brothers. Now protected monuments, these caves are excavated in a hill made of sandstone rock. These ancient dwellings are famous for having provided shelter to the Pandavas.

The Catholic Church :
Build in 1875 by the British, this church is generally regarded as the most beautiful small church in Madhya Pradesh. The Church's architecture is fascinating; its 'sanctum-sanctorum' has a hemispherical dome on top with its ribs ending with faces of angels. The stained-glass panes adoring the walls and rear of the altar were imported from Europe. They present a gorgeous view as sun rays pass.

Bee Fall :
Situated only 3 km from the town, Bee fall ( now known as Jamuna Prapat ) is a spectacular fall in the stream which provides drinking water to Pachmarhi. You can walk up the perilous road or hired Jeeps can take you up to the place where you can have not only a glimpse of the fall from above, but also the beautiful scenery as well. The bathing pools here are very popular. There is half a kilometer pathway down to the fall. An ideal place to spent a day with family and friends.