Umaria

Umaria is a town in umaria district of the Shahdol Division of Madhya Pradesh state of central India. Situated in the North eastern part of Indian state Umaria is a small district with the operational headquarters established in Umaria town itself. Located at a distance of 69km from Shahdol. As per the historical scriptures, Umaria was actually ruled by the Lodhi Rajputs for quite a considerable period of time. To mark their rule more prominently, they build a popular and imperative Lakshmi Narayan Temple on the southern part of Narbada Barman Ghat. Apart from this they were also the creator of Hathi Darwaza which is a gateway on the northern part of the Barman ghat "Kareli". This was actually created to facilitate the passage of their giant elephants which were their primary modes of travel at that time. However in later times it was the Baghel Rajputs from Rewa who initiated a battle with the Lodhi Rajputs and defeated them to win the area. Later on it is Umaria which became the southern headquartering of the Kingdom of Rewa. As per the history of Rewa Kingdom, the Maharaja of Rewa had the greatest passion to hunt in tigers in the dense forest of Bandhavgarh. Not only this, the mention of Umaria visible in various historical scriptures especially for its lovely scenic extravaganza and lush greenery which attracted Princess and Kings for years.

Umaria is an important place in Madhya Pradesh. Umaria city is covered by extensive forests. Interestingly 42 percent of the total area has long stretches of forests, and is rich in minerals. Sanjay Gandhi Thermal Power Station Mangthar are places of worth visiting in Umaria district. The Baghel Museum houses a stuffed white tiger and the personal belongings of the Maharaja of Rewa. Climber’s Point offers a spectacular view of the superb flora and f