Tawa & Madhai

  • The raw wilderness and absolute tranquillity of Tawa dam and Madai reserve forest attracts tourists in good numbers.
  • Located in the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, these are hot spots in monsoon.
  • This place offers a scenic escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. It is set amidst lush greenery, and offers much scope for adventure.
  • The western boundary of Satpura National Park and Bori Wildlife Sanctuary is formed by the Tawa dam & reservoir.
  • The densely forested Satpura ranges around Pachmarhi are popular for the greenery which has spawned its biodiversity.
  • Covering the total area of 4,926 sq kms, Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve is spread across three districts of Madhya Pradesh.
  • Satpura National Park is the core zone whereas the Panchmarhi and Bori Wildlife Sanctuary constitute the buffer zone.
  • In the northwestern side of the National Park, Tawa Reservoir is a man made lake formed by the dam on the Tawa river.