Pachmarhi is an idyllic hill station located in the lush green belt of Madhya Pradesh. Serenity is the first thing that you will notice about this place. Situated at a splendid height of 3000 feet, in the Satpura range of mountains, Pachmarhi offers breathtaking scenic beauty. Lots of films have been shot here, and people in cities like Bhopal love to come here for a weekend break. Given its breath taking mountain ranges, scintillating water falls and peaceful nights, Pachmarhi is one of the most popular hill stations in the state.

History:

Pachmarhi was discovered by Captain James Forsyth of the British Army in 1857. Because of its pleasant weather – which the British thought was a saving grace from the tropical temperatures of the rest of India – Pachmarhi soon became a hill station for British troops in the Central Provinces of India. Pachmarhi also served as the summer capital for the Central Provinces.

The weather is pleasant all year long in Pachmarhi. The best time to visit this beautiful hill station is any time between April to July and from October to February.

The Indian Rupee (INR) is the acceptable form of currency here.

A tourist visa applicable for the entire country (India) is sufficient.

 Domestic Flights
One can get a domestic flight from Nagpur or Bhopal.

International Flight:

Nagpur's Dr. Ambedkar International Airport is the nearest international airport to reach Pachmarhi.

 Road Travel
Pachmarhi is well connected by roads. A drive from Matkuli [35 kms] till Pachmarhi is recommended as the route is extremely picturesque.

 Train Travel
Piparia [45 kms] is the nearest railway station to get to Pachmarhi. The trains are not that frequent and regular. On the other hand, Bhopal and Nagpur are major railway stations with a good frequency of trains, though they are more than 200 kms away from  Trekking
Pachmarhi has amazing natural terrain. The hills and mountains of the Satpura ranges are delightful to many a trekker.

•       Satpura National Park
•      Rajat Prapat (Silver Fall)
•      Bees Fall
•      Pandav Caves
•      Gupt Mahadev
•      Chauragarh Temple
•      Dhupgarh
•      Handi Kho (Deep Valley)
•      Priyadarshini
•      Apsara Falls
•      Big Fall
•      Duchess Fall

• Pandav Caves
• Gupt Mahadev
• Chauragarh Temple
• Dhupgarh
  
• Bhopal [210 kms]: This is the capital of the state of Madhya Pradesh.  Bhopal is the second largest city in Madhya Pradesh after Indore. Bhopal is known as the City of Lakes as its landscape is scattered with a number of natural as well as man made lakes.
• Matkuli [35 kms]: Matkuli is also known as the gateway of Piparia. The 35 kms Matkuli - Pachmarhi road is the only well reachable road to Pachmarhi. It is well maintained and offers an enjoyable drive with picturesque surrounding. Offers excellent chances for photography.
• Nagpur [255 kms approx.]: It is better known as the second capital of the state of Maharashtra. It is also the commercial and political hub of the state.
•  Piparia [45 kms]: Piparia is a small town that offers the nearest railway station to Pachmarhi. The simplicity of the people here is remarkable. The town is picturesque, and offers a variety of flora and fauna.

Where To Eat:

There are lot of stalls and local restaurants where one can enjoy the local cuisine.

Where To Stay:

Pachmarhi offers a lot of guest houses and comfortable boarding and lodging facilities. There are many tourists who keep frequenting Pachmarhi and so there are a wide range of options when it comes to places of stay.

Pachmarhi is a famous hill station. Its beautiful natural terrain easily makes it one of the most visited destinations in the state. The flora and fauna are rich  This is one place where you can find nature in its most beautiful form adorned with splendid lakes and waterfalls and captivating hills. The simplicity of Pachmarhi is just as alluring as its natural beauty.