DHAMTARI

 Dhamtari - It is situated 77km. away from Raipur . here are the dams gangrel and Madamsilli on the river Mahanadi . A city and municipality in Dhamtari District in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh, Dhamtari was officially formed on July 6, 1998, by merging Dhamma and Tarai sub divisions. Famous for its verdant forests, unique wildlife and large dams, Dhamtari is one of the major tourist destinations in Chhattisgarh. A Tour to Dhamtari is a must include in any tour to Chhattisgarh. Located in the fertile plains of the Mahanadi River and its tributaries - Sendur, Pairy, Sondur, Joan, Kharun and Shivnath, Dhamtari also boasts of a rich cultural heritage and tribal life. The city is bounded by the Satpura Mountains - popularly known as Sihawa Pahad – in the east. To the west of Dhamtari lies Kanker, Raipur – the state capital to the north, and Orissa state in the south.