Panna Tourism

"The Diamond City" Panna Tourism Panna is a town situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh and holds a lot of historical significance. A former Gond settlement, Panna is a small city in the heart of the country, which boasts of being the only city with diamond reserves. Panna is also most notably known for the Panna National Park which is a world heritage site and a significant initiative towards wildlife conservation in India. Be it the famous temple of Padmavatipuri Dham, which is a haven for devotees or the numerous intriguing stories of the Bundela rajas or the legend of the peripatetic sage Mahamati Prannath and his disciples, who on reaching Panna realized the message of the awakening of one's soul. Download Panna PDF Guide > What's Great? Less polluted and picturesque. Breathtaking natural beauty. What's not so Great? Extremely hot in summers. For Whom Panna, though small in size, is a huge attraction worldwide for its Tiger Reserve. So, the city attracts a number of eco-tourists, wildlife photographers and animal lovers. The city also attracts historians and art lovers for its ancient constructions.

Diamond Mining In Panna The district of Panna has a large reserve of diamond deposits along the Vindhya mountain range. Despite not having very large diamonds, the Panna diamonds are extremely popular and are auctioned off every year in the month of January. They are classified into 4 categories - the clear Motichul, the orange tainted Manik, the green-tinted Panna and the sepia coloured Bunsput. The National Mineral Development Corporation manages the diamond mines in Panna. Tiger Reserve In Panna The tiger reserve in Panna - The Panna National Park, is a popular tourist attraction. The deciduous forest of the reserve is home to a rich array of flora and fauna - including hyenas, leopards and over 200 species of migratory birds.Though the tiger population has been depleting over recent years, efforts are being made to replenish them by relocating tigers from other parts of the country to the forests here. Because Panna has lesser footfalls as compared to other reserves, the animals can be observed here more closely in their natural habitat. History of Panna Initially, under the control of the Adivasi Gondi people, Panna passed into the hands of the Chandelas in around the 17th century. It is also believed that the sage Mahamati Prannath attained salvation here in the temple of the Padmavatipuri Dham. In 1732, upon the death of the Rajput king Chhatar Sal who was ruling Panna, one third of the kingdom was passed to his ally - the Maratha Peshwa Baji Rao I. Panna was a part of British India in the 19th century, and following India?s independence, it became a district of Vindhya Pradesh, which later merged into the present day state of Madhya Pradesh.A perfect blend of natural beauty and serenity, the lush green forests of Panna was once the shelter of the Pandavas.

One Day Itinerary Day 1-Start your trip to Panna by visiting the beautiful Raneh Falls and Pandav Falls and Caves, and follow it up with a visit to the Ghantei Temple. Day 2-  Spend your second day in Panna by paying a visit to the famous temples in Panna. These include the Ram Van Temple, Matangesvara Temple, Mahamati Prannathji Temple and the Padmavati Temple.  According to history, it is the abode of salvation of the sage Mahamati Prannath. Day 3 - Visit the Ken Gharial Sanctuary, located at the confluence of the Ken and Khudar rivers. Catch a glimpse of the wide array of flora and fauna including gharials, spotted deer and nilgai. Day 4 -Enjoy a safari at Panna National Park. The park also has many lodges and hotels which offer a pleasant and relaxing stay, including some great food and ambience.

Restaurants and Local Food in Panna The kebabs, mawa-bati, khoprapak and malpua are the traditional dishes of Madhya Pradesh that will not only suffice to your hunger cravings better than you expect but also leave a lasting impression in your hearts. View 2 Restaurants in Panna >>

Nov-Mayis the best time to visit Panna November to May are the best months to travel to Panna. Summers in this town are excruciatingly hot and the temperatures rise up to about 45 degrees Celcius, which is not very favourable for a pleasant vacation. Winters are comparatively cooler and more pleasant. It is especially recommended to visit this place during the month of March because that is when you would get to watch the umpteen number of species that the Panna National Park boasts of. Weather in Panna Loading... Panna in Summer (March - June) Panna experiences scorching summers with temperature ranging between 15-40 degrees Celcius. Though sightseeing in this temperature is uncomfortable, early summer is the best time for jungle safari as the maximum number of animals are seen in this season. Panna in Monsoon (July - September) Panna receives heavy rainfall and the season brings a relief to the scorched forests. The pleasant atmosphere attracts a lot of tourists during this season but forest safari is restricted as it is the breeding season for most animals living in the forests. Panna in Winter (October - February) Winters are a good time to visit Panna and engage in adventure activities.Temperature varies from 27 degrees Celcius in daytime to 8 degrees Celcius at night. The maximum number of tourists visit Panna during this time. Monthly Weather in Panna Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 11 24 February 14 28 March 18 34 April 25 41 May 28 42 June 28 40 July 25 31 August 24 30 September 25 32 October 20 33 November 14 29 December 11 26