Raipur:Away from the hectic pace of life, if you are looking for a peaceful place where nature is spread in all its grandeur, then Mainpat in Chhattisgarh can be your next destination. Whenever we plan a hill station, we head towards Himachal or Uttarakhand. But now the trend of tourists is changing. Mainpat, situated at an altitude of about 1,000 meters above sea level in Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, is fast emerging as a favorite tourist destination on the map of the country.

Why is Mainpat called ‘Mini Shimla’?

The biggest reason for this is the weather here. Due to being situated on high mountains, the weather here remains pleasant throughout the year. While the plains get scorching hot in summer, the cool winds of Mainpat provide relief to the tourists. Due to the dense forests, velvety greenery spread all around and magnificent valleys, local people and tourists fondly call it ‘Mini Shimla of Chhattisgarh’.

Magical color of Mainpat in monsoon

During rainy days the view here is no less than heaven. As soon as the monsoon hits, the entire valley gets wrapped in a blanket of white fog and mist. The milky waterfalls falling down from the mountains and the rivers flowing every now and then add to the beauty of this place. Passing through lush green valleys after the rains creates a different thrill.

‘Small Tibet’

Mainpat is known not only for its natural structure but also for its unique culture. It is also called ‘Small Tibet’, because it is a major settlement of Tibetan refugees. The Tibetan settlements here, their lifestyle and the beautiful Buddhist temples here introduce tourists to a different spiritual peace and cultural experience.

The unique places here arouse curiosity

Apart from the natural views in Mainpat, there are some places which seem to challenge science and surprise the tourists. Reverse water, a place where water flows uphill instead of downhill. By stomping or jumping on the waterlogged ground, the earth starts shaking like a mattress.