Amarkantak - Source of Sacred River Narmada 🚩

Amarkantak - Source of sacred River Narmada Narmada Parikrama is a pilgrimage that involves walking around the Narmada river, one of India's seven holy rivers, from its source to its mouth and back: Route The pilgrimage usually begins at Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh, then follows the river's southern bank to Bharuch in Gujarat, where the Narmada meets the Arabian Sea. Pilgrims then cross the river and return along its northern bank to the starting point. Length The pilgrimage is about 3,800 km long. If you follow all the rules, it can take 3 years, 3 months, and 13 days to complete. If you walk continuously, it can be completed in around 6 months. Significance The Narmada Parikrama is said to accelerate spiritual growth, bring peace, and fulfill wishes. It is inspired by the Revakhanda chapter of the ancient Hindu scripture Skanda Purana. Rules There are many rules and formalities to follow, including: Keeping a photo identity card Worshipping the river and praying for guidance Carrying a pot of water from the river Repeating the word "Rewa" or another name of God Walking along the river's right bank Avoiding cutting hair or nails Practicing self-discipline and good manners . Amarkantak, a small village is situated in mountain range of Vindhya and Satpura hills from where the river Narmada originates from the hill which is shaped like mouth of a cow.It is said that it was the place of meditation for great saints like Maikaal, Vyas and the sages like Brighu etc.There is no concrete evidence about the construction of Narmada Mandir here, historical evidences shows that it was built by Kadchuli around twelfth century. Narmada Udgam Kund (birth place of Narmada) was built by Rewa Nayak (his idol gives the clue). After so many years,Bhonsle, the king of Nagpur gave the shape to Narmada Mandir, later Maharani Devi Ahilya renovated this temple .A mega complex of temples with idols of gods and goddesses is built around the temple.Idol of a elephant and a horse is placed here on which ,statues of Lakhan and Uddal are placed which are supposed to be damaged during the Aurangjeb period. 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 service to Delhi and Mumbai. One can easily get taxi from Jabalpur to Amarkantak. By Train The nearest railway stations are Pendra Road (Chhattisgarh) and Anuppur 43 km and 75 km. One can easily get taxi from Pendra Road (Chhattisgarh) and Anuppur. By Road Amarkantak is very well connected by roads. Thankyou for your time , please watch some other videos and connect with me by following links : Instagram:   / vairagyatra   . Twitter :   / iamnitishtiwari   . facebook:   / iamnitishtiwari   . Pintrest :   / iamnitishtiwari   . . . #travel #narmada #amarkantak #mountains #temple #vairagi #trek #himalayas #chardham #chardhamyatra #gangotri #tapovan #gaumukh #gangariver #snow #snowtrek . music credits : sounds of isha    / @soundsofisha   .