Kamadgiri Temple Chitrakoot

Kamadgiri Temple Chitrakoot – History Darshan, Parikrama, Fairs

Considered the centre of Chitrakoot, Kamadgiri is a forested hill with numerous Hindu temples at its base. The pilgrims believe that by doing Parikrama around this hill, their wishes will be fulfilled and all of their sorrows will be put to rest.

Kamadnathji, another name for Lord Rama, is the source of Kamadgiri’s name, which means “fulfiller of all wishes.” The five-kilometer Parikrama path is lined with temples, the most well-known of which is the Bharat Milaap temple, where Bharat met Lord Ram and persuaded him to return to his country.

The Kamadgiri Mountain falls in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, respectively. During the first month of the Hindu calendar, Chaitra, Kamadgiri is crowded with devotees who come to celebrate Deepavali and Ram Navami. Every month on Amavasya (the full moon day), a large fair is also held here.

History of Kamadgiri Temple

According to legend, all of the gods and goddesses travelled to Chitrakoot to participate in the shuddhi, a feast served to all family members and friends on the thirteenth day of death, when Lord Ram performed his father’s Shraddha ritual. They were enthralled by the site’s splendour. Lord Ram’s presence gave it a more spiritual aspect. They were therefore reluctant to depart. Sensing their wish to remain and carry out Lord Ram’s instructions, Vashishtha, the family priest, neglected to say the visarjan (leaving) mantra.

Because of this, all the gods and goddesses have made this their home and are constantly present. Even now, a tourist who comes to this place, which is filled with ancient rocks, caves, ashrams, and temples where sages are practicing holy and spiritual sadhana, unintentionally loses himself in the atmosphere filled with endless holy rites and enlightening sermons and experiences the joy of a world that is very different from our own. An unquenchable desire to improve and enhance their lives draws thousands of pilgrims and truth-seekers from all over the world to this place.

Historical accounts state that the Bundelkhand princes constructed the tunnel utilised for circumambulation. The parikrama takes devotees three to four hours to complete. This place is renowned for its tranquilly and atmosphere in addition to its religious significance. This Chitrakoot sacred place is ideal if you wish to spend a day in total tranquilly and meditation.

Famous Festivals In Kamadgiri Temple

Holi: The festival of Holi is observed throughout the month of Phalgun, which runs from February to March. People appreciate the temple complex and rejoice with colourful attire throughout the event.

Ram Navmi: The Hindu holiday of Ram Navmi, sometimes called Rama Navami, commemorates the birth of Rama, the seventh incarnation of Vishnu and one of the most widely worshipped deities in Hinduism.

Diwali: The festival of lights, known by many different names, is observed in several Indian religions. It represents the “victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance” in the spiritual realm.

Timings: 5 AM to 8 PM.

Entry fee: There are no charges to visit the temple.

Location: Kamta Mohalla, Sitapur, Chitrakoot.

Distance from Chitrakoot Bus Stand: 2.2 Km.