Amarkantak

  • Amarakantaka is a combination of two Sanskrit words, amara (immortal) and kantaka (obstruction or thorn). The poet Kalidas has mentioned it as Amarakuta, which later became Amarakantaka.
  • The Amarkantak region is a unique natural heritage area and is the meeting point of the Vindhya and the Satpura Ranges, with the Maikal Hills being the fulcrum. This is where the Narmada River, the Son River and Johila River (Tributary of Son) emerge.

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Amarkantak General Information

Discover Amarkantak

Amarkantak is a sacred pilgrim town located in Madhya Pradesh, where nature, spirituality, and history meet at the origin of the holy rivers Narmada, Son, and Johila.

Amarkantak Nature

📍 Location

Anuppur District, Madhya Pradesh, India

⛰️ Geography

Meeting point of Vindhya & Satpura ranges with Maikal Hills.

💧 Rivers

Origin of Narmada, Son and Johila rivers.

Meaning of Amarkantak

The word Amarkantak comes from Sanskrit meaning “eternal obstruction.” It is believed to be a divine land once disturbed by celestial forces, giving it its spiritual significance.

Why Amarkantak is Famous

Origin of sacred rivers like Narmada and Son.

Surrounded by Vindhya and Satpura mountain ranges.

A major pilgrimage destination in Madhya Pradesh.

Top Excursions in Amarkantak

Top Attractions in Amarkantak

Explore the most sacred and beautiful places

Narmada Udgam Temple

Kapil Dhara Falls

Shri Yantra Mandir

  • Ancient Temples of Kalachuri
  • Amareshwar Mahadev Temple
  • Mrityunjay Ashram
  • Dudh Dhara Falls
  • Son Udgam Temple
  • Jain Temple
  • Kalyanika School


How to Reach Amarkantak?

How to Reach Amarkantak

By Train:
Pendra Road (17 km), Anuppur (48 km).

By Air:
Jabalpur Airport (245 km).

By Bus:
Connected via Shahdol, Bilaspur, Rewa.

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