Anuppur

Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh is located in the north-eastern part, this district came into existence by 15 August 2003 by organization of Shahdol district. The total area of Anuppur district is 3701 sq km, which is 80 km from east to west and 70 km from north to south. The district Anuppur is surrounded by Koriya district now in Chhattisgarh) in the east, Shahdol and Umaria districts in the west, Shahdol district in the north and Dindori (MP), Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh) in the south.

Anuppur is a predominantly hilly district. It is beautiful belt of mixed forests. The Narmada River originates from Amarkantak situated on the Maikal hills which gives a beautiful view to the district. The river Son and Johila also originate from the Maikal hills. The total geographical area of ??the district is 3701 square kilometers. The boarding districts near the district Anuppur are Bilaspur, Korea (Chhattisgarh), Shahdol, Umaria and Dindori.

The standard of living of tribals is very simple. Their houses are made of clay, bamboo sticks, paddy straw and local tiles. The tribal men wear dhoti, bandi, fatohi and cap. The women wear a sari named Kansa Sari in the local dialect. The sari is always of body color. The women of the tribal community like to surround their body parts, hands and feet with colors, they wear different kinds of jewelry made of bamboo, seeds and metals.

How to reach

By Air:

The nearest airport is Dumna Jabalpur (Jabalpur Airport) in the city of Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh (240 km), which has daily flight services to Delhi and Mumbai. One can easily get a taxi from Jabalpur to Amarkantak.

By Train:

The nearest railway stations are Pendra Road (Chhattisgarh) and Anuppur 43 km and 75 km away. One can easily get a taxi from Pendra Road (Chhattisgarh) and Anuppur.

By Road:

Amarkantak is very well connected by roads.

Places of Interest:

Holy City and Destination Point Amarkantak

The city of Amarkantak is located in the newly formed district of Anuppur, in Madhya Pradesh. It is situated on the Maikal mountain range which connects the Vindhyachal and Satpura mountain ranges, 1067 meters above sea level. According to the 2001 census the city has a population of about 7000. Many mythological stories related to Lord Shiva and his daughter Narmada have been woven around this mysterious city of Amarkantak. Amarkantak is mainly known as a religious place. From here, the rivers Narmada and the Namaz rivers of gold sanctuary, another important river, Johlla, also originates from Amarkatak. There are about 12 temples dedicated to Maa Narmada. The most important is the Narmada Temple, which is built around the point of origin of the river Narmada. Bhosale of Nagpur built this temple. Maharaja Gulab Singh, Built the outer wall wall of the temple complex belonging to the Baghel dynasty of Rewa. The Kalachuris built the Patleshwar temple at Mahendranath Nath and Amaranthak. The Archaeological Survey of India has declared the temples (Karna Math Temple) as a protected site. A few years ago, a statue was stolen from this protected site, which was later recovered; However, since then, ASI has transferred the idol from this temple. The religious significance of this city has attracted people from various sects and religions and, as a result, many ashrams of various sages and ascetics have come to Amarkantak over the years. The ASI has transferred the idol from this temple. The religious significance of this city has attracted people from various sects and religions and, as a result, many ashrams of various sages-mahatmas have come to Amarkantak over the years. The ASI has transferred the idol from this temple. The religious significance of this city has attracted people from various sects and religions and, as a result, many ashrams of various sages and ascetics have come to Amarkantak over the years.

Apart from attracting all types of devotees due to its religious significance, its picturesque / rustic location, due to its rich vegetation and moderate climatic conditions, attracts many tourists from the surrounding areas. Amarkantak's temperature ranges from 25 degree centigrade to -2 degree centigrade throughout the year. The period from July to September can be called the rainy season. Due to its beautiful location and pleasant climate, Amarkantak has vast potential to grow as a kind of hill station that attracts all types of tourists.

Amarkantaka is mainly known for its religious significance. The various places of tourist attraction are as follows:

Narmada Temple (Group of Temples): A sacred tank at the source of the Narmada River at the Maamadeshwar Temple is the most important temple among the Amar temples. The Narmada Temple complex has about 20 small temples, each of which is significant in its own way. There is the Sati temple, which is dedicated to Parvati. ASI's protected site is close to the main Narmada temple.

Mai Ka Bagiya: About a kilometer from the main temple, there is a garden, which is situated in a dense forest area. It is popularly believed that Narmada Devi used to throw flowers in this garden.

Sonmuda: The point of origin of the Sone river is also a sunrise point

Bhrigamandal: It is about 3 kilometers from Amarkatak on a difficult forest trek route It is believed that Bhrigu Rishi meditates here. Parasvinayak and Chandi caves are on this route.

Kabir Chabutra: Saint Kabir spent time in meditation.

Jewleshwar Mahadev: The origin of the Johila River is a temple deep in the forest of Jewleshwar Mahadev. There is a 'sunset point' close to this temple.

Kapil Dhara: 8 kilometers from the origin of the Narmada River, the river falls from a height of 100 feet which is known as Kapil Dhara. It is believed that Kapil Rishi meditates here.

Dudhadhara: There is another beautiful waterfall on the Narmada River called Dudhadhara, 1 km from Kapiladhara.

Shambhudhara and Durgadhara: Two other extremely beautiful waterfalls are located deep in the forest. One has to walk a few kilometers away to see these breathtaking waterfalls.

Sarvodaya Jain Temple: This temple is under construction. It is considered a construction miracle. Cement and iron are not used in this temple and the idol to be kept in the temple is around 24 hours.

Apart from these regularly visited destinations, all roads within a radius of 3 km from Amarkantak have excellent trekking routes where one can see the beauty of nature in a breathtaking untouched form.

TOURIST SPOT

Shri Sarvodaya Digambar Jain Temple: Religious

In Sri Sarvodaya Digambar Jain Temple, the first Tirthankara Param Aradhya 1008 A wonderful, beautiful, huge, huge, weighing 24 ton Ashtadhatu statue of Lord Adinath is placed on a lotus of 28 tons of Ashtadhatu (total weight 52 tons). This temple is a gold veneered nation and world. The statue was consecrated at Shubhamuhurta on Thursday, 6 November 2006, in the presence of Gyanavaridhi Acharya Shri 108 Vidyasagarji Mahamuniraj and Sasangh 44 Nirgranth disciples.

The grand artistic, unique temple is being constructed using the Good, Lime and Stone of Rajasthan. Iron, cement are not being used at all in the construction of this temple.

Sri Yantra Temple: Religious

The most prominent feature of this temple is the huge 4 head statue at the entrance. These faces represent the major Goddesses Lakshmi, Saraswati, Kali and Bhuvaneshwari. Below them are idols of 64 Yoginis with idols of Lord Ganesha and Karthik. The temple is built as a 3D projection of Sri Yantra / Sri Chakra, which is the mainstay of worship of Sri Vidya in Hinduism. This branch worships the divine power of the goddess Tripura Sundari or the queenly beauty of the three worlds. In essence it is a geometric representation of the concept of power.

Mai ki Bagiya: Natural / Scenic beauty

1Km distance from Narmada mandir in East Direction is Mai ki Bagia . Also called ‘Charanotdak kund’ . It is known for its natural beauty. According to the folk tale prevalent among the villagers, Narmada used to play at this place with her friend, a beautiful girl named Gulbakavali, a 12 year girl, at her tender age. Hence the name Narmadamai. ‘Gulbakavali is actually’ impersonation of a plant.

Sonmuda: Religious, Natural / Scenic beauty

2 km from Narmada temple in south direction. In the distance Sonmudha is the birthplace of Sonbhadra, the tributary of the Narmada, where the two pools named Son (son of Lord Brahma) and Bhadra form the Sonbhadra, and flow from here. There is also a waterfall named after Sonbhadra (300 feet elevation).

Narmada Udgam Temple: Religious

Amarkantak is a small village in the mountain range of the Vindhya and Satpura hills, from where the Narmada River rises from the hill, which is built in the shape of a cow's mouth. It is said that it was a place of meditation for great sages like Maikal, Vyasa and sages like Brighu etc. There is no concrete evidence about the construction of the Narmada Temple. Historical evidence suggests that it was built around the twelfth century by Kalachuri. Narmada Udgam Kund (birth place of Narmada) was built by Rewa Nayak (his idol gives clues). Years later, Raja Bhonsle of Nagpur gave shape to the Narmada Temple, later renovated by Maharani Devi Ahilya. A large complex of temples with temples and idols of deities is built around the temple. The statue of an elephant and a horse is placed here, on which the statues of Lakhan and Udal are placed.

Festival: Maha Shivratri Fair

Event Time: March Importance:

On the occasion of this festival of Maha Shivaratri, an eight-day fair is organized in the city of Amarkantak. People from Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and other states come to Amarkantak town on this occasion along with the family and enjoy the festival.