Gupt Godavari|Hanuman Dhara| Chitrakoot,Madhya Pradesh

Gupt Godavari|Hanuman Dhara| Chitrakoot, Madhya Pradesh
Chitrakoot, a renowned location from the era of Ramayana, is spread across Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. Commonly known as the 'hills of many wonders, the area is mostly made from ancient lava fields and large stretches of woods interspersed with rivers. The town also enjoys a spiritual legacy incomparable to any part of the country. Dotted with temples and religious tourist spots that are linked to Rama, Bharat, Hanuman, and Sita, Chitrakoot attracts pilgrims throughout the year.


One such spot, Gupt Godavari, was developed by a strange phenomenon that took place about 65 million years ago. It is a long, narrow crack developed in the earth's surface due to hot and molten lava oozing out and spreading across the surface. When the lava cooled, it formed flat-topped plateau-like structures.

Ramayana Chapter
It is believed that the Gupt Godavari is the place where the peeping-tom monster, Mayank, tried to spy on Sita while she was bathing in a pool. Enraged by his action, Lakshmana petrified him and stuck him to the roof of this cave. Today, that place is an outcrop of black rock protruding from the paler roof of the cave.


The fairly narrow mouth of this cave opens out into a large cavern with two interesting features, one of them being a cave with black rock. The second feature is known as Sita Kund, a small pond in which Sita was bathing when Mayank tried to spy on her.


Not to be missed! The two-cave system inside a mountain is always filled with knee-high water. The bigger cave, with two stone, carved thrones, is considered to belong to Rama and Laxmana. The second cave connects with the story of Sita Kund.


Chitrakoot with its major significance in the Ramayana, witnesses a major share of pilgrims in the heart of Incredible India. Among all the tourist places in Chitrakoot, Gupt Godavari holds an exceptional level of prominence. The caves also boast intricately carved sculptures of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.

Hanuman Dhara Chitrakoot
The district of Chitrakoot in Uttar Pradesh is one of the holiest places in Uttar Pradesh. You come across temples and other places of immense religious importance at regular intervals. Hanuman Dhara is one such place. Located about 3 km from Ramghat (considered to be the center of the main town in this place), it attracts devotees in large numbers.

This place is called Hanuman Dhara because of a gentle stream which flows over the statue of Lord Hanuman. To the devotees, this is perhaps the most beautiful sight to come across. The statue of Bajrang Bali (another name for Lord Hanuman) has been built of red stone marble. It overlooks the devotees and visitors entering the temple, lending a divine presence tothe atmosphere.
In the distance, your eyes meet miles and miles of greenery, with a few settlements seated in between. There is a fascinating mythology behind how this place got its name. It is believed that Lord Hanuman, after setting fire to Lanka, returned to this spot. He was fuming with anger and could not contain it in any way whatsoever. It was Lord Rama, finally, who helped him pacify his anger. Lord Hanuman then took a bath under the stream of water which flowed from above which then cooled himn from within.

The temple is accessed through a flight of stairs. Along the way, you come across several statues of Lord Rama, Goddess Sita and Lord Laxmana. Once you reach the top, you are treated to the panoramic views of the surroundings. There is also a small structure inside the temple named Sita Rasoi. This is also a major attraction for the tourists here.
Popular Tourist Attractions Nearby
There are several places of cultural and religious importance in Chitrakoot which attract tourists throughout the year.

Best Time to Visit
Hanuman Dhara is located in the district of Chitrakoot, Uttar Pradesh. As a religious site it can be visited throughout the year. The best time to visit it, however, depends upon what kind of weather you prefer. Visit it during the summers though, and you will face temperatures up to 47°C. It does get cooler in the evenings, but only relatively.
The heat is a daunting factor for many tourists. However, if you manage the heat, you can certainly plan a trip during the summers. If you prefer planning a trip during cool weather, visit Chitrakoot during the winters. The amicable weather draws a lot of tourists and makes for some incredible sightseeing.

How to Reach?
Chitrakoot, located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, enjoys a good connectivity to the the major cities in India as well as those located in close proximity. Even though it does not have its own airport, it can be reached by train and road.


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