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Once a Gond dynasty fort, Chimur became ground zero for Vidarbha’s 1942 uprising, now remembered by a memorial.

Once a prized hill fortress in Vidarbha, Gawilghur's ruins still guard centuries of battles, secrets, and lost empires.

Carved over 2,000 years ago, Vijasan Caves in Chandrapur reveal Vidarbha’s biggest early Buddhist monastic complex.

Ramtek’s Trivikrama Temple reveals Vakataka artistry and ancient Hindu heritage in Maharashtra’s historic Vidarbha hills.

Forgotten stone walls across Vidarbha still mark centuries of tribal rule, conquest, and shifting power in Maharashtra.

Uncover the forgotten 5th-century Rudra Narasimha Temple built by a Gupta queen in Maharashtra’s Vidarbha region.

Chikhaldhara, Vidarbha’s sole coffee hill station, crafts unique brews with citrus notes, facing climate and market hurdles.

Grace's journey from Nagpur's streets to Sahitya Akademi Award reveals how Vidarbha shaped Maharashtra's beloved literary icon.

How a saint from Vidarbha transformed villages, inspired Gandhi, and reshaped India's development path.

Uncover the remarkable rise, challenges, and revival of Nagpur Flying Club, Vidarbha’s aviation pioneer.

Futala Lake’s journey from regal reservoir to epicentre of Nagpur’s conservation clashes.

Purna’s grassroots water alliance reshaped farming in Vidarbha, but did it go far enough? A decades-long story unfolds.

Traditional songs, stories, and rituals in Vidarbha mark the arrival of monsoon and guide farming and community life.

The 110-year-old Jain Derasar in Tajnapeth, Akola remains active, preserving faith, architecture, and community tradition

Padampur’s Jain relics in Gondia reveal medieval art, royal history, and unique religious heritage of Vidarbha.

Vidarbha’s rich Jain history spans centuries, with ancient temples, community life, and ongoing spiritual influence in the region.

Kamptee’s temples, mosques, churches, and viharas reflect its long-standing religious inclusion and architectural diversity.

Discover Kamptee’s unique Islamic heritage and the story behind its many mosques in Vidarbha’s heartland.

The story of Kamptee’s football legacy, from military origins to national glory in the heart of Vidarbha.

Kamptee’s history as a strategic military town played a core role in the evolution of modern Vidarbha. Explore its heritage and significance.