Chhattisgarh, State in central India
Chhattisgarh is a state in central India positioned between the northern plains and the Deccan plateau, holding large deposits of minerals underground. Dense forests cover much of the landscape and shape the appearance of this region.
The state came into being on November 1, 2000, after separating from Madhya Pradesh and takes its name from thirty-six old fortresses that once stood in the area. Different kingdoms controlled this territory over the centuries before it became part of British colonial administration.
The population includes more than thirty different indigenous communities who speak their own languages and practice traditional crafts like metal casting and wood carving. Visitors can observe these old techniques and customs in daily life at local markets and during festivals.
Raipur serves as the capital and main transport hub with train connections and roads reaching other major Indian cities. Travelers should note that temperatures can become very high during summer months and the monsoon season runs from June through September.
The area holds some of the oldest rock paintings on the subcontinent in caves dating back thousands of years showing scenes from prehistoric life. These rarely visited archaeological sites lie scattered across remote forest areas and remain accessible to visitors with local guides.
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