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| Rajmahal Bikunthpur, Koriya |
Koriya is located in the northeast region of Chhattisgarh. Koriya is located at a height of 700 meters above the sea level. Tour to Koriya gives one an opportunity to unfold the mystery of living in an area which is untouched by the evil effects of commercialization and can experience the true essence of rural India through the tribal life of the place.
A sense of remoteness and the vast land gives the tourist a thrilling opportunity to explore the serenity of life in its own way. The rustic touch and the essence of India is well felt in this part of the country where nature and human co-exist. Koriya offer a lot to the tourists while they are on a tour to Koriya. Tourism in Koriya is rewarding in ways more than one.
Tribal Culture in Koriya
Koriya is mainly populated by the local tribes comprising of Kol, Bhuniyar and Gond tribes. The tribal people are quite friendly and very hospitable.
The economy of Koriya is agrarian. The handicrafts made by the tribal people out of the forest products are mind blowing.
The green jungles and the waterfalls are a real treat to the tourists who are on Koriya Tour. The Amrit Dhara Waterfalls, Gaur Ghat Waterfalls, Ramdaha Waterfalls and the Akuri Nala Waterfalls, Guru Ghasidas National Park are a must visit while on a tout to Koriya.
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| Gaurdhat Waterfall |
A tour to Koriya should be taken during the festivals like the Ganga Dashera, Charta, Navakhai and Surhul festivals, these festivals gives a deep insight about the culture and tradition of the tribal people residing in Koriya.
Population: 659,039
Area : 5,978 sq.kms.
Geo Location: Chhattisgarh
Average Climate: 15°C - 30°C
Best time to visit: October - March
Best Time to Visit Koriya
Koriya is drained by the Mahanadi basin. Lush green forests cover the whole of Koriya District. Koriya looks more beautiful during the torrential monsoon rains and the moderate summer and winter of the district makes it an appropriate place to visit.
How to Reach Koriya
By Road : Koriya is well connected by NH-16. Buses and taxis are available from anywhere in Chhattisgarh and India.
By Train : Bilaspur railway station is the nearest railway junction to Koriya.
By Flight : Tourists can take a flight to Raipur airport which is located at a distance of 364 km from Koriya. To know more about the conveyance that can be taken to reach Koriya.
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