Chitrakut holds utmost importance in the Hindu mythology regarding Ramayan as this is the place where Lord Rama spent 14 years of exile. Chitrakoot literally means a hill of many wonders. It’s true as the place is full of magnificence owing to the Vindhyachal. The place provides tranquility. Chitrakoot has been mentioned in a lot of Hindu literature. The Hindu festivals are celebrated with a lot of pomp and show here. It is an epitome of blissful nature ornamented with rivers, woods and hills.

Places to see:

Ramghat: The Ghats along the Mandakini river are called Ramghat. Dressed in orange clothes, people often take part in meditation. The evening aarti attracts a lot of crowd and is magnificent to watch.

Kamadgiri: This is the original Chitrakoot. It has a range of temples primarily dedicated to Lord Rama.

Bharat Milap: This is the place where Lord Bharat, Lord Ram’s brother persuaded him to return to the throne of Ayodhya. The bond of the four brothers was so emotional that even the mountains melted and their footprints got imprinted which are seen even till this day.

Janaki Kund: This is believed to be the place where Sita used to bathe in the clear water of Mandakini.

Sati Anusuya Ashram: This place is believed to be visited by Lord Ram and Sita to visit Maharishi Atri and Sati Anusuya. The dense forests of Dandaka start from this place which was ruled by Ravan.

Sphatic shila: It is surrounded by dense forests and is believed to be the place where Lord Ram ornamented Sita.

Gupt Godavri: It has a couple of caves and the latter once is believed to be the base camp from where Ram and Lakshaman carried on their battalions.

Hanuman Dhara: It consists of a spring which is believed to be created by Lord Ram to assuage Hanuman after he returned from setting Lanka on fire.

How to reach:

By air: The nearest airport is Khajuraho.

By rail: The nearest station is Karvi

By road: Chitrakoot is well connected within the state by road.