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Omkareshwar
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Location
: 77 kms. from Indore
Attractions : Shri Omkar Mandhata Temple, Kajal Rani Cave
Omkareshwar,
the sacred island, shaped like the holiest of Hindu symbols, 'Om', has
drawn hundreds of generations of pilgrims. Here, at the confluence of
the rivers Narmada and Kaveri, the devout have gathered to kneel
before the Jyotirlinga (one of the twelve throughout India) at the
temple of Shri Omkar Mandhata. And here, as in so many of Madhya
Pradesh's sacred shrines, the works of Nature complement those of man
to provide a setting awe-inspiring in its magnificence.
What to See
Shri Omkar Mandhata
The temple stands on a one mile long, half mile wide island formed by
the fork of the Narmada. The soft stone of which it was constructed
has lent its pliable surface to a rare degree of detailed work, of
which the frieze figures on the upper portion is the most striking.
Also intricately carved is the stone roof of the temple. Encircling
the shrine are verandaha with columns which are carved in circles,
polygons and squares.
Siddhnath Temple
A fine example of early medieval Brahminic architecture. Its unique
feature is a frieze of elephants carved upon a stone slab at its outer
perimeter.
24 Avatars
A cluster of Hindu and Jain temples, remarkable for their skilful use
of varied architectural modes.
Satmatrika Temples 6
km from Omkareshwar, a group of 10th century temples.
Kajal Rani Cave
9 km from Omkareshwar, this is a particularly picturesque scenic spot,
with a panoramic view of the broad acres and gently undulating
landscape that stretches in unbroken harmony till the horizon.
How to reach
By Air : The nearest airport is Indore (77 km)
connected by regular flights with Delhi, Mumbai, Bhopal and Gwalior.
By Rail : Nearest railhead is Omkareshwar Road (12
km) on the Ratlam-Khandwa section of the Western Railway.
By Road : Omkareshwar is connected to Indore, Ujjain,
Khandwa and Omkareshwar Road by regular bus services.
Best Season : July to March.
Where to Stay
Holkar Guest House : Ahilyabai Charity Trust,
Omkareshwar Mandir, Forest and PWD rest Houses
A number of Dharamshalas offer accommodation with basic amenities.
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