The Narmada River is one of the 5 holy rivers of India and the origin of Narmada River is from Amarkantak, which is located near the border of the Indian states of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, deep inside the dense forest of Maikal Mountain Range. The river actually originates from a small reservoir called the Narmadakund and rises from a height of 1057 m above sea level.
The Narmada River flows through the Central India and being a peninsular river, the Narmada River receives water largely through rainfall. The Amarkantak region is actually one of the wettest regions of Central India and can actually be a source to Narmada as well as Son, Hasdeo, etc.
Religious Significance of Origin of Narmada River
The spot of the origin of Narmada River is considered to be a religious ground. The Narmadakund is an open reservoir, lying at the starting point of the Narmada River and has various temples of particular Hindu Gods and Goddesses encircling this place. The religious fervour of the tourists is easily satiated in this place. There are also numerous pilgrimage spots on the banks of the river, the most important among them are Mahewswar and Omkareshwar temples.
It is said that Lord Shiva gave matchless purifying powers to the Narmada River. The water of Narmada River purifies a man and helps him in attaining salvation. The Narmada finds mention in ancient texts of India as one of the seven most sacred rivers in India. The river is considered as the Goddess and is worshiped in India.
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(Last Updated on : 09-03-2019)
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