Raipur is the capital city of Chhattisgarh state. It was established in 9th century and served as the capital of Haihaya Dynasty Kalchuri kings. Due to its location near the centre of a large plain Raipur is often referred to as the Rice Bowl of India.
Major tourist sites in and around Raipur: Doodhadhari Monastery and Temple, Vivekananda Ashram, Mahakoshal Art Gallery, Mahamaya Temple, Water World Resort, Clock Tower Nagar Ghadi, etc.

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