Janapav
Template:New unreviewed article Janapav is a mountain and a famous tourist place located on Indore-Mumbai highway. It is 45 kilometers from Indore. The mountain is surrounded by dense forests and is considered second highest point of Malwa region. The place is quite popular among trekkers for its scenic beauty and adventurous routes.[1] The place is also famous for the fair that is held here every year on Kartik Purnima which is the first full moon after Diwali.[2]
Historical importance
As per the legend, it is the birthplace of Lord Parshurama, the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu, and is considered sacred by the Hindu community. At the top of the hill, there is an ashram of Jamadagni, the father of Parashurama. His mother Renuka was a renowned medical practitioner and had then grown a variety of herbs on the hill and its surroundings. As per some reports, even today, many Ayurvedic doctors from across the country arrive at the hill in search of herbs.[3]
As per the folklore, twelve rivers originate from the tank situated on this hill, including Chambal, Saraswati & Nakheri.[2]
Development
As many devotees visit the temple every year, a road was constructed from highway to the top of the mountain to facilitate easy transport.[4]
Travel and accomodation
The place is well connected and various private buses and cabs are available to visit Janapav from Indore and Mhow. Also, private lodges are available to stay.[1]
References
- ^ a b July 15, 2014, Anjali Mangal, News18, Top monsoon getaways
- ^ a b Official website of Madhya Pradesh tourism
- ^ Janapao all set for Parashuram Jayanti
- ^ MP CM to pay obeisance at Lord Parshuram's temple, April 20, 2015, Business Standard.