Best Places Visiting in Durg for Culture, Nature & Spirituality

1.Maitri Bagh

A zoo cum children’s park managed by Bhilai Steel Plant. The attractions of the Zoo are Exotic animals and Birds, Lake, Hobby train and many more . The musical fountain situated on an island created in a artificial lake in Maitri Garden is active event of the dynamic nature of which changes in consonance to the music so that it reproduces the style and the accent of the musical composition. As the music resonates, jets of water splash, twist, sways, pirouette, pulse, drum and skip with the rhythm – each movement illuminated by shining lights. 2 shows take place here in the evenings on alternate days. White tigers are also the principal attractions at the zoo. Annually here flower show is conducted.

Why Visit Maitri Garden?

✔ Exotic Wildlife – Habitat of White Tigers, & different bird species
✔ Fun4Kids – Toy Train Rides & children’s play area
✔ Musical Fountain Show – A mesmerizing light & water performance 🎶💦
✔ Annual Flower Show – Showcasing a vibrant display of floral beauty 🌸🌼

📍 Location: Bhilai, Chhattisgarh

2.Shri Uwassaggaharam Parshwa Tirth

Situated on the bank of river Sheonath, in midst of picturesque surrounding this temple of the 23rd Teerthankar Lord on the earth Shri Parshwanath, commemorate his pious visit to this place – about 3000 years ago at an age of 900 years in the form of Shraman (A Seer wandering mendicant dedicated to the welfare of the mankind through self-sacrifice). Many scattered Jain Sculpture, hundreds of devotees, and the dilapidated ancient shrine, along with Lord’s Foot print historically signify the Lord’s visit to this place. The way as to how locating, acquiring and finally installing the ancient idol in such a mystic manner also exclusively proves, his ultimate good. This shrine is almost a drama of Jain-devotional philosophy carved on stones. Visit to this shrine evokes noble activities, self -control, penance and tranquility.

This is a Jain temple in the Nagpura, Nagpur in the year 1995. The campus has temples, guest houses, a garden and Naturopathy and Yoga Centre. The entrance to the majestic marble temple of Shri Parshwanath is through a 30 metres gate having french windows in which has the idol of Parshwanath, supported by four pillars (four essentials of spiritual atonement, i.e. wisdom, introspection, good conduct, penance), being worshipped by two elephants. Sacred water-Amiya, pours from this idol. Hundred of pilgrims devote on this shrine on full-moon.

Why Visit ?

✔ Historical Significance – Commemorates Lord Parshwanath’s visit ~3000 years ago
✔ Architectural Marvel – A stunning marble temple with a grand 30-feet entrance gate
✔ Sacred Water (Amiya) – Uses as Hell skipping(Matter of legends)
✔ Spiritual Retreat – Houses a Naturopathy & Yoga Centre for wellness seekers
✔ Pilgrim Attraction – Very crowded every full-moon days 🌕 with worshipers seeking a blessing

📍 Location: On the banks of the Sheonath River, Nagpura, Chhattisgarh

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