Chhattisgarh is a rich State from Tourism point of view. The beauty of nature, the lifestyle of tribals, the multifarious rock paintings of Singhanpur and Kabra Pahar , the hillocks of Maikal, Keshkal, Indravati and Kanger Valley National Park, the rock shelter of primitive society, the natural caves, Chitrakote and Teerathgarh waterfalls, the flowing rivers throughout the year, the green lush forests, the unique tradition and culture of tribals are some of the distinguished attractions of Chhattisgarh. Bhoramdeo Temple, famous pilgrimage centers of Rajim, Sirpur, Devbaloda, Tala, Malhar, Ratanpur, Turturia, Sheorinarayan and Champaran, National Parks, famous Kutumsar Caves with blind fishes and the ancient amphitheatre of Ramgarh excites the tourists. Champaran - the Birth place of Mahaprabhu Vallabhacharya, the founder of Vaishnav Sect is also a famous tourist destination.

A beginning has been made for the development of basic infrastructure at the major tourist spots and promotion of the important fairs and festivals. In this context, construction of 21 highway motels and International Quality toilets across the State is underway. With the help of these, the government wishes to create world class tourist infrastructure through out the state. Fairs and festivals are an integral part of the culture of State. These fairs and festivals are held all round the year across the State where one can witness the life style, art forms and culture of the people. To facilitate the tourists, CTB has started imparting Tourist Guide Training with co-ordination of Ministry Of Tourism, Govt. of India.

Chhattisgarh is rich in handicrafts and handlooms, which provide an unique un known identity to the tourists. Woodcraft, Bamboo craft, Tusser Cloth (Kosa), Terratcota, Bell Metal etc are indigenous product of Chhattisgarh which have attracted the domestic and international tourists in a big way and their presence is felt in the global market.

Tourist Information centers have been established in Raipur, Jagdalpur, Bilaspur and Champaran within the State, while outside the State at Delhi, Kolkatta, Vishakhapatnam, Ahmedabad, Bhopal. Tourist Information Centres at Mumbai, Bhubaneshwar, Bangalore , Banaras, Nagpur , Agra and Chennai will be opened shortly.

Hotels and Resorts are the backbone of the tourist industry and it is important to have good accommodation facilities available at tourist destination. Chhattisgarh Govt. is laying great emphasis on inviting private entrepreneurs to come forward in this field and all possible incentives will be provided to them by the Govt. In this connection, Chhattisgarh Tourism Incentive Scheme will come into force shortly.

It is my firm belief that in the coming years Chhattisgarh will emerge as a leading tourist destination and will leave its mark in the International Tourist Map.