Central India was earlier known as the Central Highlands. Covering the states of Madhya Pradesh and parts of Maharashtra, this lush abundant land is home to a teeming variety flora and fauna. Central India is an idyllic getaway of meandering rivers and rivulets, gentle streams, mystical hills and the undulating highlands that welcome the weary traveller to nature’s pristine, yet humble abode.

Known for tiger reserves like Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Satpura, Tadoba, Pench; these landscapes offer the best tiger sightings in the world. The parks are easily accessible by air, rail and road via Nagpur, Raipur and Jabalpur.

The Gonds, one of the largest tribal groups in India, also referred to as Gondwana are the local inhabitants of Central India.

The historical Bhimbetka caves show evidence of palaeolithic settlements in present-day Madhya Pradesh. Bandhavgarh on the other hand has stories of Ramayana, and other deities entwined around its luxuriant landscapes.

REACHING Central India

Central India is well connected from all parts of the country and has this strategic advantage due to its central location within a large country.

Nagpur, Jabalpur, Khajuraho, Bhopal and Raipur are close airports which provide good access to the parks. These are also good railway stations for reaching the parks, besides this Umaria, Katni, Itarsi and Gondia are also important railway stations.

These airports and stations are well connected from all parts of the country.