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Places To Visit In Bhilai
Bambleshwari Temple
Situated on a hilltop, a little away from Bhilai is a significant religious site, the state is known for. Also referred to as Badi Bambleshwari, the temple is located in Dongargarh and is half a kilometer away from another temple by the name of Chotti Bambleshwari.
It is said that about 2220 years ago, a local king, Raja Veersen performed several Pujas and worshipped the gods in order to be blessed by an offspring. When after a year, the queen gave birth to a son, the king who believed it to be a blessing from Lord Shiva and Parvati, constructed the temple here.
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Bhilai Steel Plant
Bhilai Steel Plant is the only steel city in the state of Chhattisgarh and is the perfect place for anyone who wants to gain some technical knowledge. Bhilai Steel Plant is not traditionally a tourist destination as such but is one of the prime attractions for anyone with an interest in understanding steel production, the process and the intricacies.
The main places that one can visit within Bhilai Steel plant are the coke oven battery, blast furnace, rail and structure mill, plate mill, wire rod mill and much more. Bhilai Steel plant is India's first and main producer of the steel rails. A 130-metre long rail was produced here on 29 November 2016 and holds the record for being the longest rail line to have been rolled out in a single piece. Bhilai Steel Plant has won the Prime Minister's trophy for the best integrated steel plant in the country 11 times. It is the flagship plant of Steel Authority of India Limited, contributing the largest percentage of profit made by the company.
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Civic Center
Buzzing with all kind of noises, social activities and amusements, Civic Center is a famous shopping hub of Bhilai. Originally built in L shape with two rows occupied with shops and stores, today this place after undergoing immense changes also features a children's garden adorned with a toy train.
The area also houses a dome Supermarket where art exhibitions are held. An Open-Air-Theater located on the east side of Civic Center serves as the platform for various cultural activities as well as musical nights.
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Deobalod
Housing and ancient Shiva Mandir, Deobalod is situated about 3 km from Bhilai.
Dhamdha
A sight beholding an ancient fort (Prachin Kila) and a temple, Dhamdha is located nearly 35 km from Bhilai on the way to Bemetara. For tourists, the place accommodates several restaurants and hotels for overnight stay.
Ganga Maiya Temple
Ganga Maiya Temple, located 60 km from Bhilai at Jhalmala has very interesting legend attached to it. As per the story goes, the local fisherman found the deity of the temple in his net but ignored it instead of recovering it.
Later, a villager inhabiting in the same village had dream in which the idol ordered the person to retrieve it to a hut near the village. Sometime later, a temple was established there by Bhikam Chanda Tiwari which now has a great influence over the villagers life. Several cultural activities as well as medical camps are organized there now.
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Hajra
Amid a small steel city and hustle bustle of people, 100 km from Bhilai is Hajra flanked by thick cover of dense forest, tunnels and hills. Nestled by the picturesque beauty of nature, Hajra Falls offers a spectacular view falling at a height of 150 m.
Famous as a picnic spot among locals as well as tourists, one can also find an accommodation in form of a Forest Bungalow.
Maitri Bagh
Maitri Bagh, which translates to Garden of Friendship, is a zoo cum park and a serene attraction for adults and children alike. It is the biggest zoo in the region of Bhilai. It offers a wide array of options for one’s entertainment and caters to the thrill and delight of the visitors. The entrance gate flaunts a pair of giraffe models that welcome all the excited visitors. Maitri Bagh was established as a symbol of friendship between the USSR and India, in the year of 1972. The Bhilai Steel Plant, SAIL developed it. It is also widely referred to as The Friendship Park and is visited by tourists in huge numbers.
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Shopping in Bhilai
One can shop for ceramics to electronic gadgets, from local handicrafts to branded merchandises. One can buy anything and everything when in Bhilai. The Civic Centre is the most visited place for shopping in Bhilai. It has various eateries too. Shopping here is a fun-filled experience which appeases to people of all age groups.
Civic Centre is one of the most sought after and oldest shopping hubs of the city for locals. Akash Ganga and Gangotri are other two major shopping complexes in Bhilai.
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Siyadevi
Lying amid a picturesque location, Siyadevi is known for its Sita Maiya Temple. And if you are visiting the place between July and February, you can enjoy the beautiful view of natural waterfall.
Named after the devout wife of Ram, Lady Sita, Siyadevi is believed to be one of those places where Ram, Laxman and Sita lived during their Vanvaas.
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