Sal Van takes its name from the sal trees that are found in abundance here. The lodge is at the edge of the jungle, with animals as neighbours. There are 8 spacious cottages in all. Each cottage has a view of the jungle which can be enjoyed from the comfort of your bed through a glass wall or from your private deck. Beside an indoor shower, there is an outdoor one as well.

The guest areas are large and airy. There is a dining hall and a bar, both with fireplaces that are ideal for chilly winter evenings. And when the day gets warm the swimming pool is a most inviting option.

Digpal Singh is a familiar figure in the jungles of Central India. He has been in this field for nearly 12 years, and has traveled through out the country not only as a naturalist, but as cultural guide as well.

He is valued for his experience and skill and is a favourite amongst a number of noted film companies and photographers.

Apart from working extensively with professionals and wildlife enthusiasts, Digpal has been a part of some popular projects. Among them are films for BBC called Warriors of the monkey god, a series on tigers called ‘Life’, and has been working on the very popular series ‘ Tiger – spy in the jungle’ for the past three years.

He’s done a few projects for the National Geographic like M company – on rhesus macaques, a series on Kumbh Mela, and a film on wild asses in Kutch called ‘Riders in the storm’. Digpal has also worked closely with the legendary Sir David Attenborough, covering the Khumb Mela yet again, and the rat temple and leopards in Rajasthan for a series called Life of Mammals.

Some of the still photographers that he closely works with are Art Wolfe, Mike Lemon, Mike Herd and Elliot Neep. He was a part of a German film called Palaces and people of India by SWR.

It is steeped in history that goes back thousands of years. From the fort atop the mountain, to the gigantic statue of Lord Vishnu, the Bandhavgarh National Park is replete with stories of a glorious past. Towering Sal trees make a dense jungle and the peaceful atmosphere is a balm for the soul.

Historically, the Bandhavgarh National Park was maintained as hunting grounds by the local royalty. The current ruler is the Royal Bengal tiger. The big cat along with a large variety of mammals and birds makes this park a nature lover’s delight.

The region is largely untouched by the urban world and one can glimpse the rural life and traditions that have been followed down the ages.


	Nearest Airport – • Umaria strip (only chartered flights) – 20 kms from the resort • Jabalpur – 200 kms (takes 4 hours to resort by road) • Khajuraho – 300 kms (takes 6 hours to resort by road) Nearest Railway Station – • Umaria – 20 kms from the resort • Katni – 95 kms from the resort		Sal Van, Bandhavgarh National Park Post: Parasi Village: Gadawah Dist.: Umaria Madhya Pradesh

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