About Rajendragiri Viewpoint
Rajendragiri Viewpoint is a popular hill viewpoint in Pachmarhi, the hill station in Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh, located within the Satpura Range and Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve. Named after Dr Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India, it offers panoramic views of forested valleys, hills and the Pachmarhi town below. Known for sunset views, it is accessible by road and is a key stop on Pachmarhi sightseeing circuits.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a developed hilltop viewpoint with paved viewing area and railings overlooking the Satpura hills, dense forests and Pachmarhi town. The site offers open panoramic vistas, especially at sunset, with surrounding landscaped gardens and forested slopes. Access is by road followed by a short walk to the viewing platform. It is primarily a sightseeing and photography stop with no major structures, set in a quiet natural environment.
Key highlights
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Panoramic views of Satpura Range, valleys and Pachmarhi town
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Popular sunset viewpoint in Pachmarhi
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Named after Dr Rajendra Prasad, first President of India
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Located within Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve and Satpura forest landscape
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Easily accessible viewpoint on Pachmarhi sightseeing circuit
History of Rajendragiri Viewpoint
Viewpoint is named after Dr Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India, who visited Pachmarhi and is associated with the site. Pachmarhi itself was discovered as a hill station in 1857 by Captain James Forsyth.
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Raja Bhoj Airport, Bhopal, about 195 km from Pachmarhi; onward by road |
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| By train | Nearest railhead is Pipariya Railway Station, about 54 km from Pachmarhi; onward by road via taxi or bus to Pachmarhi and then to viewpoint |