Dandakaranya - Rama Prevails Over The Demons

 

It is believed that Lord Rama passed through Dandakaranya, or the abode of the demon Dandak, as he, along with Sita and Lakshman, travelled from Ayodhya to Panchvati. The Dandak forest can be loosely mapped from modern-day Chhatisgarh, Orissa and Andhra Pradesh till the edge of the Eastern Ghats. Modern-day Nashik is an important pilgrim spot on the Dandakaranya trail today; it has a strong connection with the Ramayana and draws thousands of devotees every year.

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Things To Do In Dadakaranya

Ramkund: Whether you’re here for a spiritual sojourn or a touristy visit, visit the ghat of Ramkund. According to Hindu legend, Ramkund was the place where Lord Rama and Sita used to bathe. One of the reasons why many pilgrims still come here to bathe and pray is that the waters are said to provide moksha!

Dudhsagar Falls: The Dudhasagar Waterfalls, accessible by road, is another beautiful place. Cascading 10 metres, these waterfalls derive their name from the word ‘dudh‘ or milk. It’s a popular picnic spot and is best visited during or right after the monsoon season.

Sula Vineyards: For those keen on adding a unique twist to their vacation, Sula Vineyards is the place to be! Lavish, modern and a big hit with wine lovers, the lush green vineyards offer wine-tasting sessions. Home to grape plantations, it is located approximately 16 kilometres from Nashik. Of course, wine is not the only reason why this place is famous. You can even take your family for a ride on bicycles or enjoy a picnic by the lake.

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Getting There

Air: The Ozar Airport makes it convenient for travellers to fly directly to Nashik. Flights are available from cities like New Delhi and Mumbai.

Train: Nashik is well connected to metropolitan cities like New Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad by train. Most of them ply daily from these places.

Road: Nashik is easily accessible by road from Mumbai, Pune or Indore. A 2.5-hour drive from Mumbai, it's ideal for a weekend getaway with family or friends!

Hotel: Good hotels in Nashik include Ginger Hotel, The Ren Hotel, Hi5 Hotel and Experience, Hotel 24 Seven and Hotel Seven Heaven. 

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