Raipuris the capital city of the state of Chhattisgarh, India.It was formerly a part of Madhya Pradesh before the state of Chhattisgarh(1 November 2000).Raipur acts as a stop on the way to Kanha national park and also to Hirakud Dam near Sambalpur and Puri in Orissa.Tourist Attractions in Raipur are Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum,Doodhadhari Monastery and Temple,Mahakoshal Art Gallery,Mahamaya Temple,Hatkeswar Mahadev Temple,Budhapara lake.Champaran etc.