Chikhaldara In the epic Mahabharata, Bheema killed the evil Kichaka after a hercullean bout and threw him into the valley. Hence the name Chikhaldara or Chikhalda from Kichak Dara, the valley of Kichak.
Situated in the Satpuras at a height of 1118 m., Chikhaldara is a green and unspoilt hill station. With gently wooded slopes, rippling streams and an invigorating cool.
Sights Melghat Tiger Reserve
Amidst the teak and bamboo forests is a wealth of wild animals like Sloth Bear, Hyena, Wild Dog, Gaur, Sambhar, Nilgai, Barking Deer, Four Horned Antelope, Wild Boar and of course the magnificent tiger.
Narnala
The largest monument of antiquite in the Akola district is the fine hill fort of Narnala, standing upon an isolated hill of the Satpura range at a height of 1053 m. The fort covers an area of 22 sq.km. and is surrounded by forest. The water tank in the fort area is frequented by the denizens of forest at night. A wildlife sanctuary has been established here recently. The fort is very close to Chikhaldra Hill Station.
