About Bilaspur

About Bilaspur

Historically, Bilaspur was controlled by the Kalachuri dynasty of Ratanpur. The city, however, came into prominence around 1741, the year of the Maratha Empire rule. The Bilaspur city is approximately 400 years old and the name “Bilaspur” has been originated from the Fisher-woman named “Bilasa”.

Bilaspur district was constituted in year 1861 and followed by Bilaspur municipality in year 1867. Bilaspur district is not only famous in Chhattisgarh state but also in India due to its unique characteristics like rice quality, Kosa industry and its cultural background. Bilaspur district has a major contribution in the naming “Dhan Ka Katora” for the entire Chhattisgarh region.

Bilaspur at a Glance - Kanan Pendari Zoo, Solar Energy Park, Smriti Adventure Park, Hemunagar Baal Udayan, Bubble Island Waterpark, Water Bomb Waterpark, Magneto Mall, City Mall 36, Mahakaali Mandir, Mahamaya Mandir, River View, Crocodile Park,Masturi, Kota Dam, Khuntaghat, Malhar, Giraudpuri Dham and Achanakmar Wildlife Sanctuary.

For More Information Visit Tourism Development website : www.bilaspur.gov.in

How to Reach

BY FLIGHT
The nearest airport from Bilaspur is Bilasa Devikewat Airport (Chakarbhatha) Bilaspur which is located at a distance of 12 km from Bilaspur city. It is well connected to major cities like Delhi, Bhopal, Jabalpur and Prayagraj.
Swami Vivekananda Airport Raipur which is located in Raipur, 130 km away from Bilaspur. It is well connected to major cities like Bhopal, Indore, Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai etc.

BY TRAIN
Bilaspur is well connected to other major cities Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bhopal, Chattisgarh, Chennai, Delhi, Haridwar, Indore, Kolkata, Mumbai, Nagpur,Patna, Pune, Rourkela, Tirunelveli and Vishakapatnam by regular trains.
Railway Station(s): Bilaspur Junction (BSP)

BY BUS
You can easily get regular buses to Bilaspur from other major cities of the country.
Bus Station(s): Bilaspur