Madhya Pradesh’s serene hill station, which happens to be its only one, stands at an altitude of 1067 metres. It is a large plateau, ringed by the lofty hills of the Satpura range. The landscape is characterized by rugged hills, forests and deep ravines. Known as the jewel of the hills, the all – pervading greenery of the region is what strikes the observer.Pachmarhi is the only hill station and is the highest point in Madhya Pradesh. Pachmarhi is also often known as “Satpuraki Rani” or the “Queen of the Satpura Rang”, the picturesque town is a part of UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, home to leopards and bison.Five sandstone cut caves on the hilltop are believed to be the spot where Pandavas stayed in Pachmarhi during their exile, making it a popular spot among religious tourists. Being at an elevated height and surrounded by bewitching forests of the Satpuras with the streams and waterfalls, Pachmarhi is a perfect weekend getaway from the nearby cities.
