Raigarh

Raigarh is famous for its Silk and Dhokra work. Dhokra is the craft metal ware made by hot wax casting. The superior export quality silk found here are basically of two kinds – mulberry and tassar. 

The major attractions of the place are:

• Gomarda Reserve Forest: This forest is located roughly 60 kilometres away from Raigarh in a place called Sarangarh. The forest covers an area of 278 square kilometres. Tigers and bears are found in this jungle region.
• Chakradhar Samaroh: This is a grand musical extravaganza organized by the Chakradhar Lalit Kala Kendra and Ustad Allaudin Khan Sangeet Academy to respect and memorialize the works of Maharaja Chakradhar Singh, the earlier ruler, also an eminent tabla player, musician and dancer.
• Ram Jharna: It is a well-liked picnic site located approximately 18 kilometres from Raigarh. The jharna is a natural spring. According to mythology, Lord Ram is supposed to have drunk water from this natural watersource.