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A great pilgrimage site as it is, Amarkantak is a beautiful place that is blessed by amazing natural splendor. Encircled by some holy rivers, magnificent waterfalls and enchanting surroundings, and packed with aromatic environs, Amarkantak is famous among both, religious folks and nature lovers. This holy place is nestled 1065 mt high, where the Vindhya and the Satpura Mountain ranges meet together in the midst of sylvan surroundings. We, at BE Sun Travels, take you to this spiritual spot with our tour packages.

Amarkantak is the starting point for Narmada and Sone Rivers; Narmada runs towards west whereas Sone flows eastwards. It is said that Lord Shiva gave matchless purifying powers to Narmada River. Now people believe that just a look at the sacred river is enough to absolve their sins. It shows this river's superiority over the Ganga River, in which you need to take a dip to purify yourself. It is said that the Ganga takes a dip in the waters of the Narmada to become cleaner and purer once in a year.

History of Amarkantak

The history of Amarkantak takes us back to the old times of Puranas, Ramayana, Mahabharata, Vashishthasamhita and Satpath Brahman. Amarkantak was initially called Riksh Parvat. A Suryavanshi ruler, Mandhata spotted a city in the Riksh Parvat Valley and named it after his own name. The Narmada River got its name by Mandhata's daughter-in-law.

When we turn the pages of history, we come across the reasons which make Amarkantak a more sacred and spiritual destination. This region was a part of the realm of Ayodhya and the erudite saints like Kapil Muni, Bhrigu Rishi and Markandeya Rishi had their ashrams here. We also get to know of the stay of Pandavas in the area during their exile, where they were endowed with spiritual benefits.

Another learned saint, Adi Shankarachrya consecrated at the bank of the Narmada River and spotted Pataleshwar Mahadev in Amarkantak at the starting point of Narmada from the bamboo clumps. This spot is now well-known as Surajkund .

Narmadakund and temples

Narmadakund is an open pond, which lies at the starting point of the Narmada River. This pond is encircled by various temples like Narmada and Shiva Temple, Shri Ram Janki Temple, Guru Gorakhnath Temple, Kartikey Temple, Annapurna Temple, Sri Shuryanarayan Temple, Durga Temple, Vangeshwar Mahadev Temple, Eleven Rudra Temple, Shiv Pariwar, Sri Radha Krishna Temple and Siddheswar Mahadev Temple. So, if you are on our tour to this place, your religious fervor will be easily satiated.

Biosphere reserve

In view of the environmental importance of the place, the region had been declared as a biosphere reserve by the Government of India. Amarkantak serves as a beautiful place, where you will witness vast and lush green lands, sun-drenched Sal forests and spectacular rivers set in a picturesque background. You will feel a novel sense running through your mind and soul when you are exploring this pure and peaceful city of sacred history.

Sites of prominence in Amarkantak

You can indulge in famous sightseeing once you are at this spiritual land with our travel packages. Some of the excellent options for you are the Mai ki Bagiya, a natural garden with banana and mango trees; Sonmuda water fall, a magnificent fall from where you can catch a glimpse of the Sone River. The Doodh dhara and the Kapil dhara are also amazing must-see sites in Amarkantak that will definitely bag your full attention for a moment. We will also take you to sights like the Bhrigu Kamandal, Barfani Ashram, Durga Dhara and Rudra Ganga.