Bagheshur – The Tiger God of the tribes in Central India
‘Bagheshur’ meaning the Tiger God is revered by tribes in Central India, especially the Baigas. Baigas are primitive forest-dwelling tribes and may be over 20,000 years old. We at Pugdundee Safaris, are fortunate to have Tigiya Bai and Munni Bai from the Baiga community as part of our team at Tree House Hideaway – Bandhavgarh from the adjoining village of Rakhi.
Besides their regular role of looking after the kitchen garden and cooking traditional food for guests, they sometimes bless us with this slowly vanishing art. Such artwork is found in their village homes during festivals and is also part of their worship. The art is made using cow dung, mud, and natural colours. Such art is done at the entrance and is considered a symbol of welcome and joy, and it graciously adorns the welcome area of Tree House Hideaway.
Pugdundee Safaris is recognized as one of India’s leading responsible safari companies. With seven intimate jungle lodges in Central India and many bespoke wilderness experiences, it presents the very best of the Indian subcontinent wildlife & hospitality.
Tree House Hideaway – On and among the trees in our five tree houses there is a route to hide away of fantasies. In the 21 acres area of forest rests an option of experiencing the snug life inside the rooms or venturing out in the tiger-infested wild. The property has its resident species of birds, reptiles, and animals residing around the forest trees, and over time the area has now become a small secure park for them. You can spend your time unseen and undisturbed in the intimacy of your room or choose to go looking for wild animals & birds in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve.
In the wild world of Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, the outlook of tree houses is grunge and sturdy looking but the door opens to acceptable elegance complementing the outside world. The designs are a fusion of contemporary and traditional jungle living with earthy and eco essentials. Property houses 5 very well-spaced Treehouses. These Tree houses have been made by local carpenters using regularized wood. Local craft knowledge and traditional expertise have been put to use to ensure that the Tree Houses blend harmoniously with nature. The Lodge also has a Machaan overlooking a water hole frequented by wild animals, a bar cum lounge, alfresco dining options, and an organic garden.
