Bhilai, the second biggest city after Raipur is situated in Durg district in the state of Chhattisgarh. The city has seen immense development over the years and is home to one of the biggest steel plants in India. The Bhilai Steel Plant is a major source of steel in India and the city is most famous for the same. There are a number of tourist places to visit in Bhilai that includes temples, waterfalls, gardens and many more other attractions that will spike your interest towards the city. Winter is the best time to visit the city and tour around attractions and observe the city for what it is. Below is a list of attractions in Bhilai that may peak your interest.

Situated at a distance of 3 km from Bhilai is a sleepy little village by the name of Deobaloda. The village is most famous for an ancient Shiva Temple built in red sandstone, which is said to be one of the oldest Shiva temples in Chhattisgarh. The temple is a little dilapidated but over the years, devotees and people taking care of the temple have tried to renovate it and maintain its look. It is said that there is a Shiva Ling that had emerged several years ago at the spot where the temple is built. The mandap inside the temple has five pillars and it also has a kund. This is a one of the oldest temples in the vicinity and is worth visiting.

Siyadevi is an interesting destination surrounded with natural beauty and is located quite close Bhilai. This place has a beautiful temple that is said to be visited by Lord Ram. The Siyadevi Temple sees a lot of people all year round, especially in the monsoon months; during the months of July and August people visit Siyadevi to see the magnificent waterfall. The temple itself is located on a hilly region, but you do not have to climb a lot and it is easily accessible. The temple is visited by many tourists from all over the country and is quite a famous one. Spend a few hours here with your family, have a picnic with them to take the best out of the place.

Located in the city premises, the Bhilai Steel Plant is why the city is so famous. This steel plant is the second largest and is a huge contributor in the manufacturing of steel in the country. It is the first steel plant to make railway tracks, steel plates and other steel products needed for the manufacturing of various structures in India. The Bhilai Steel Plant also known as SAIL is an eleven times winner of the best integrated steel plant in India and is the sole producer of steel rails for Indian Railways. The amount of steel produced every year is credible and helps the country look after all its manufacturing needs. Visit the plant to see the manufacturing on a massive scale.

Maitri Bagh located close to the city of Bhilai is a mini zoo and park made for tourists as well as locals in the city. The zoo stretches over 111 acres of land that includes the park as well and is the biggest zoo in the region. If you trace back history, the Maitri Bagh was established as a peace treaty between Russia and India; it was known as the Friendship Garden and was a symbol of friendship between USSR and India. It is now maintained by the Steel Authority of India Limited. This park is perfect for recreation and a lovely place to go to especially if you with children. There is also a toy train to go around the park and an artificial lake on which you can pursue boating activities.

Bhilai is full of pilgrimage spots, one of them being Uwasaggharam Parshwa Teerth, which was built and founded in 1995. This place of worship is a Jain Temple situated in Nagpura which is a few kilometers away from Bhilai. It is one of the most beautiful and well constructed structures in Bhilai and is visited by many pilgrims throughout the year. Other than the temple, the area has a lovely garden, other small temples and a yoga center where you can meditate. This temple is built on the banks of Sheonath River, therefore giving a serene and peaceful feeling when you enter the temple premises. The main attraction at the temple is the 30 ft high statue of Shri Parshwanath.

Located in Durg district, very close to Bhilai city is the Ganga Maiya Temple. There is a story attached to this temple; it is said that a fisherman in the nearby water body found an idol while retrieving his net from the water, but at this point he did not take the idol. One fine day another villager dreamt of this deity in the water and immediately asked the fisherman to retrieve the idol and told him to place it in a hut, which was later on built into the Ganga Maiya Temple. The temple organizes several religious activities for the villagers inside the temple premises.

The Bambleshwari Temple located close to Bhilai is one of the most famous and the most visited temples in the city. You can take a train, bus or a cab to reach the temple and come back on the same day. The temple is situated atop hill and you will either have to climb all the steps to reach it or you can use the ropeway, although it is not preferred by many. Once you are on top, you will see how beautiful the temple really is and a feeling of serenity comes in. Along with it you can get the most magnificent views of the city from the temple, which makes for an excellent day trip.

After you are done seeing all the attractions in Bhilai, it is time to relax and rejuvenate. Visit Civic Center in Bhilai to experience a fun time with your family and friends. Civic Center is one of the most famous shopping hubs in Bhilai and is bustling with people, noises, different recreational activities and also an amusement park. This place was originally constructed in an L shape with the entire street occupied by shops and stores where you can find souvenirs and other products that are made by the tribal community of the region. Other than this, recently a garden has also been built around a structure that is placed at teh center of these shops and it that can be used for recreational purposes along with a toy train that will take you all around Civic Center.

Dedicated to the goddess of power, Chandi, the Chandi Mandir was built very close to the city of Bhilai. Located at a distance of 15 km from Bhilai, the Chandi Mandir is set amidst picturesque surroundings with the Shivalik hills as the backdrop. The temple is very ancient and has tremendous historical and religious significance. The aura of the temple is very peaceful and often pilgrims sit there for hours and meditate, looking at the lovely mountain ranges. Inside the temple you will find various Hindu deities like Lord Krishna, Radha, Shiva and also Ram. This is an age old temple visited by many who visit the city of Bhilai.

One of the most important landmarks in Bhillai is the Rail Globe Chowk. This landmark is famous because when it was actually made, there were seven rounds of steel rails around the landmark, which is the globe that indicated the length of the steel rails that were manufactured by Bhilai Steel Plant. The Rail Glove Chowk is a famous site to see as it signifies Bhilai’s contribution to the country and people residing in the city are very proud of the same. It was established to boast of Bhilai’s accolades in the steel manufacturing industry.