Location
: 57-km From Nagpur, Maharashtra
Presiding Deity: Lord Rama
Ramtek is
about 57-km from Nagpur it is believed that the holy feet of Lord
Ram and Sita, his consort graced this place and hence it was named
Ramtek. It is one of the important pilgrim centres of Maharashtra.
There is a temple dedicated to Lord Ram, Sita and Laxman on the top
of the hill. This land has been mentioned as Ramgiri, in Meghdootam,
one of the fascinating works of Sanskrit poet Kalidas.
According to
legend, Shri Ram beguiled by the beautiful scenery, stayed here for
sometime. The Kalidas Smarak, which adorns the hill and Ramasagar
Lake, which are located close to Ramtek, are worth visiting.Festival
The Ramnavami
festival forms the grandeur of the region.
HOW TO GET
THERE
Air: Nearest
airport is Nagpur 50-km away from Ramtek.
Rail: There
is a railway station in Ramtek, which appears on South Central
Railway. Regular trains ply between Nagpur and Ramtek.
Road: Ramtek
is well connected by road. Maharashtra State Transport has daily
service with good frequency between Ramtek and Nagpur.
WHERE TO
STAY
Accommodation
is available at the hotels in Nagpur.
