Bilaspur, which we know as "City of Festivals". It is a city located in Bilaspur district in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. Bilaspur is also known for its aromatic rice "Nagri Dubraj". Apart from this, the handloom woven colorful soft Kosa silk saree is world famous. The biggest High Court of whole Asia is situated in Bilaspur only. The city of Bilaspur is about 400 years old and it is believed that the city of Bilaspur was named after a fisherman named 'Bilasa'. The foundation of modern Bilaspur The city we see today was laid in the late 19th century when the Bengal-Nagpur railway was being constructed. Nasha Mukti Kendra in Bilaspur was selected as a major railway station and later developed into the divisional headquarters. There is no dearth of tourist attractions in Bilaspur. Plan a trip to this amazing place, and you will definitely not be disappointed. Must admit that Bilaspur carves a niche for its history and culture. Bilaspur district is divided into 5 tehsils - Bilha, Bilaspur, Kota, Takhatpur and Masturi.