RAMTEK NAGPUR RAMTEKGADMANDIR IS HOLLY PLACE OF RAMA

RAMTEK NAGPUR RAMTEKGADMANDIR IS HOLLY PLACE OF RAMA

Ramtek
Location:     Nagpur district (Maharashtra)
Distance:     42 km northeast of Nagpur city
Highlights:     Shri Ram Temple


Ramtek is a small town, situated at a distance of approximately 42 km to the northeast of the Nagpur city of Maharashtra. It falls under the Nagpur district and is held in high regard by the Hindus. This is because this town is believed to be associated with Lord Rama. There is hill situated near Ramtek, known as the Ramgiri Hill. The hill houses a historical temple of Lord Rama, which is said to be more than 600 years old. This temple has greatly added to the travel attraction of the city.


The legend also goes that Lord Rama stopped at Ramtek, along with His wife Sita and brother Lakshmana, while on his exile. Another fact that adds to the attraction of the town, from tourism point of view, is its association with the Great poet Kalidasa. He wrote his excellent poem, Meghdoot in the hills of Ramtek only. Infact, it is often said that it was the beauty of Ramtek Hills that inspired him to write the poem. The town was also the constituency from where Late Indian Prime Minister Narshima Rao fought his election.


The major attractions of Ramtek comprise of the 27 Brahmanical style temple that have been constructed atop the hill. Amongst them is the Lakshmana Temple, which dates back to as far back as 1400 AD. The town serves as the venue of the Kalidasa Festival, held every year in the month of November. A fortnight-long festival, it boasts of performances by virtuosos in the field of music, dance and drama. Ramsagar Lake, a serene lake, and the Jain temple situated here are also worth having a look at.

AMBAZARI LAKE NAGPUR PICNIC SPOT IN SUMMER

Ambazari Lake is a picnic spot with dynamic activities. During weekends and evenings, tourists throng to the shore of this lake to have merry making and enjoyments. The lake offers great facilities for thrilling boating experiences.

AMBAZARI LAKE NAGPUR PICNIC SPOT IN SUMMER

The garden nearby is a theme garden with many amenities for the enjoyment of the children. The major attraction here is the musical fountain dances with the gushing water in tune with the background music and multi-color lights. Many recreational facilities are available in the garden including mini train, swinging Columbus boat, see-saws and number of playing fields. The structure of a mammoth dinosaur at the entrance is very attractive to the visitors.

RAMAN SCIENCE CENTER NAGPUR MAHARASHTRA

Raman Science Centre, a premier institute in Nagpur, is dedicated to the promotion of science and technology. The centre, honoring the great Indian Scientist and Nobel laureate Dr C V Raman, is founded in 1992. It leads many scientific activities in and around Nagpur.

RAMAN SCIENCE CENTER NAGPUR MAHARASHTRA

Raman Science Centre also exhibits many real worthy collection of items showcasing the various aspects of modern science and technology. This encloses a planetarium and the astronomy is one of the areas pursued here with much vigor and dynamism.

The planetarium is open to the public from 11.30 am to 7 pm on all days except Mondays.

DIKSHA BHOOMI NAGPUR

Dhamma Chakra Stupa, also known as Diksha Bhumi, is an important religious Buddhist monument located at Nagpur. It is at this place in 1956 Dr B R Ambedkar initiated the conversion of thousands of Dalit people to Buddhism. This day is celebrated as Ashok Vijaya Dashmi and on this day thousands of followers of Dr Ambedkar and Buddism join this place to offer floral tributes.

The stupa is worth seeing due to its architectural beauty. It can accommodate more than 5,000 people. The stupa is made out of Dhaulpur sandstones, marbles and granites. The attractive dome has a height of 120 feet.

TADOBA NATIONAL PARK

Tadoba National Park is the oldest National Park in Maharashtra and is located at the outskirts of Nagpur. It is declared in 1993 as a Project Tiger reserve. Tadoba village is known as the ‘the Jewel of Vidarbha’. The name Tadoba is derived from the local deity of the inhabitants Gond tribals.

A marvelous site for the wild life enthusiasts, Tadoba has rich collections of flora and fauna. The main attractions here are the lake inside the park and the rich deciduous teak forest. The lake is the natural habitat of many water birds and the forest shelters many wild species including tigers.

MAJARAJ BAG NAGPUR

The Maharaj Baug and Zoo, Nagpur is one of the most popular places among the people who travel to this city of Maharashtra on a vacation. As the name suggests, the Maharaj Baug and Zoo in Nagpur, is an amalgamation of a garden and a zoo.

The charm of the Maharaj Baug and Zoo of Nagpur lies in the fact that it has a historical lineage, unlike many other places of its kind in India. The Maharaj Baug and Zoo at Nagpur was established a long time back by the rulers who used to belong to the Bhonsle dynasty. There is a fascinating garden, which is called the Maharaj Baug. The name of this garden suggests the historical background of the place.

However, this historical garden has been now transformed into a botanical garden. There is a zoo within the premises of the Maharaj Baug, which adds to the attraction of the place. Hence, this place is currently called the Maharaj Baug and Zoo. The zoo houses some rare varieties of animals. This zoo also has some different kinds of birds, which are not easily visible in India.

If one is interested to visit this place of historical importance, then he has to come to Nagpur via air, road or rail. Nagpur has an airport as well as a railway station.

The Maharaj Baug and Zoo, Nagpur attracts a variety of people from across the entire country. The people who are inclined towards the nature and those who take interest in the varieties of wildlife throng this place of Nagpur every year.

KHINDSI NAGPUR

Ramtek gets its name from Lord Rama who, with Sita and Laxmana, is said to have rested here. The taluka, which is situated along the north and north-eastern areas of Nagpur District, covering an area of 1129 sq. miles, is famous for its Ram Mandir and the Kalidas memorial to the celebrated playwright, which grace the top of a hill.
Fascinating aspect to the place is that the stones of the hill, when newly fractured, take on a blood red colour in sunlight, apparently reflecting the blood of the demon Hiranyya Kashapu when he was slain by Lord Vishnu in the avatar of Narsimha. Legend has it that, after his victory.Lord Vishnu threw his cudgel down with such force that it made a crater which now forms the Ambala tank at the foot of the hill. Around the tank are a number of temples, including two to Narsimha as well as a number of Jain ones. A trip to Ramtek, especially during the Ramnavami festival, will prove a uniquely fascinating journey, where history, geography, and spirituality blend seamlessly to provide an unforgettable travel experience.

Sights
Khindsi Lake :  Located just 5 kms from Ramtek, this beautiful lake, surrounded on all sides by verdant forests, is a must-see. Trekking aside, the big attraction here is water sports. Choose from motor boats, pedal boats, rowing boats or even water scooters. There’s really no beter way to take in the scenic beauty of the place.

Mansar : Located on the Nagpur – Jabalpur highway, Mansar’s pride is an expansive lake bordered y the Hidimba hill, the site of an archeological excavation. To date, antiquities from four different civilizations have been unearthed here, including many Jain idols. Those with a fascination for ancient cultures would do well to visit the site and watch history being revealed right before their eyes.


   
   

Nagardhan : The historic town of Nagardhan is said to have been founded by Nandvardhan, a king of the Shail Dynasty. The land houses a fort, supposedly built by the Bhonsles, with walls made by brick.

Location : Ramtek is situated north-east of Nagpur.

Languages spoken : Marathi, Hindi and English.

MUSICAL GARDEN

The musical garden is located at Surya Nagar, Nagpur and is built under the direction of Jaiprakash Gupta, NIT trustee.

The theme of the garden is Music in and out. The sprawling garden has pleasant ambience and is having a landscaped lawn. It has many attractive musical fountains, with themes of nodes of music, ragas and raganis conducted by musician.

There is an open air theater which can accommodate about 2500 people and the theater is intended for musical concerts. It is a center of attraction for the Nagpur populace.

TELANGKHEDI LAKE NAGPUR

Telankadi Lake, one of the best picnic spot to relax during evenings and weekends, is located at a scenic location in the outskirts of Nagpur. The lake is an absoluter family vacation place with kids playing park, impressive soft sandy shore, well laid roads and colorful illuminating lights.

The beautiful garden with spacious walking trails and playing fields for kids is situated on the banks of the Lake. There is a marvelous aquarium exhibiting many varieties of fishes and fishing articles. This place is a favorite location for merry making trips from schools.