In the epic Maharashtra, Bheema killed the evil Kichaka after a hercullean bout and threw him into the vally. Hence the name Chikhaldara or chikhalda from kichak Dara, the vally of kichak. Situated in the satpuras at a hight of 118m. Chikhaldara is a green and unspoit hill station. With gently wooded slopes, rippling streams and an invigorating cool. The interesting excursions from here are, Gavilgarh fort, Namala fort, Shakkar lake where you can go on a pleasant boat ride. Bhimkund where Bheema washed his hands after slaying kichak, Shiva Shrine, the Vana Udyan a botanical garden, the tribal museum. Of all the beautiful things that make up Chikhaldara, the tribes take pride of place