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Sirpur in October
Chhattisgarh, India
October Sirpur returns to form. The Laxman Temple's brick carvings are dry and sharp, the Buddhist viharas are walkable, and the three-faith archaeological site rewards slow, comfortable exploration.
The October story
The ruins are ready for you again.
Why October scores 4/5
Weather
Good — dry, comfortable, accessible
Roads & Access
self drive: Sedan fine.. road condition: State highway from Mahasamund well-maintained.. public transport: Very limited. Private vehicle from Raipur or Mahasamund recommended.. from nearest city: Raipur 80km (2hrs). Mahasamund 40km.. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 4/5. rescue: District administration Mahasamund. helpline: CG Tourism: 0771-4066415. ambulance: 108. police station: Sirpur (5km). nearest hospital: Mahasamund Hospital (40km)
Network
VI: No, JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Decent 4G in village. Carry offline content about the ruins — no on-site digital guides.
Kids
Kid-friendly (4/5) — Ancient ruins spark imagination, Brick temple carvings are detailed and interesting, Three different religions in one site — teaching moment, Quiet site where kids can explore freely
Elevation
260m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓history-lovers
- ✓photographers
- ✓couples
Who should think twice
- ✗none
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5/5 | Peak — cool weather for open archaeological site |
| February | 5/5 | Excellent — comfortable and photogenic |
| March | 4/5 | Good — warming, mornings still fine |
| April | 2/5 | Hot — open site, no shade |
| May | 1/5 | Extreme heat on open ruins |
| June | 1/5 | Pre-monsoon heat and humidity |
| July | 2/5 | Monsoon — ruins atmospheric but slippery |
| August | 2/5 | Peak monsoon |
| September | 3/5 | Late monsoon — drying, atmospheric |
| Octoberviewing | 4/5 | Good — dry, comfortable, accessible |
| November | 5/5 | Peak — perfect archaeological weather |
| December | 5/5 | Peak — cool, clear, contemplative |
Practical Details
How to reach
Raipur 80km (2hrs). Mahasamund 40km.. Roads: State highway from Mahasamund well-maintained.. Self-drive: Sedan fine.. Public transport: Very limited. Private vehicle from Raipur or Mahasamund recommended.. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
260m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
budget
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