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Amarkantak
Madhya PradeshAmarkantak is a sacred pilgrimage town located at the meeting point of the Vindhya and Satpura mountain ranges in Madhya Pradesh. It is renowned as the source of the Narmada River, one of the seven sacred rivers in Hinduism, and is also the origin of the Son and Johila rivers. The town is home to numerous ancient temples, including those from the Kalachuri period, and is surrounded by dense forests with therapeutic plant species.
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Temples in Amarkantak
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How to Reach Amarkantak
Transportation
Emergency ContactReach by Air
The nearest airport is in Jabalpur, approximately 228 kilometers away, or Bilaspur Airport, about 120 kilometers away.
Reach by Train
The closest railway stations are Pendra Road and Anuppur.
Reach by Road
Local transportation includes auto-rickshaws and rented vehicles.
Historical Timeline
- Kalachuri period - Construction of ancient temples. 12th century CE - Renovation of Narmada Temple by Kalachuris of Tripuri. 15th century - Saint Kabir meditated in Amarkantak.
Bhagwan in Amarkantak
Bhagwan associated to Amarkantak and whose famous temples and sthal are there in Amarkantak
Frequently Asked Questions
Narmadakund is a sacred water reservoir considered the source of the Narmada River, one of the holiest rivers in Hinduism. It is surrounded by several ancient temples and is a major pilgrimage site.
