Did you know about these gems of Vidarbha region?

The ancient kingdom of Vidarbha gives this region of Maharashtra its name. Yes, this is about the Vidarbha region and it is here that we have found several less-explored gems. The region is bordered by the state of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and the Marathwada and Khandesh regions of Maharashtra.

Vidarbha region comprises 11 districts in total: Amravati, Akola, Bhandara, Buldhana, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli, Gondia, Nagpur, Wardha, Washim, and Yavatmal. Nagpur, the largest of them all, and Gadchiroli, home to a fossil park, have a lot of interesting experiences for travellers.


Those who love the kind of holidays where one can be off-the-grid, will definitely come back for Gadhchiroli. It is known for its dense forests, tribal communities, and natural beauty.


Speaking of a nature holiday, did you know that the Vidarbha region is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to several wildlife parks and sanctuaries? Some of them are Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, one of the largest and oldest national parks in Maharashtra; Pench National Park, one of the premier national parks and tiger reserves in the country; Melghat Tiger Reserve; Navegaon Nagzira National Park; and Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary to name some.


These protected areas play a crucial role in conservation efforts and offer opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers to explore the region's natural beauty and diverse ecosystems.



Also, when in the Vidarbha region, you must explore the local culture and traditions. A friendly conversation with the locals will tell you what their famous Vidarbha cuisine is all about. Full of spices and unique in taste and prepping, to begin with. Just take their matka roti (reshami roti) and kadaknath chicken for instance. Available in just a few eateries in Nagpur, these are must-try items.


All these are just a few of the many reasons why one needs to travel deep, far and wide when in Maharashtra. If you don’t, you miss out on gems such as the aforementioned.