Narmadā Udgam Mandir
Where the Narmadā is born
⭐ Why it is famous
The source kuṇḍa of the Narmadā on the Maikal hills, start and end point of the 3,000 km Narmadā Parikramā.
📜 Pilgrimage history
A cluster of Kalachuri-period temples around the source tank, with later Maratha and modern additions.
🕰️ Temple timings
- Darśan 05:00 – 20:00
- Ārati at dawn and dusk
🙏 Darśan details
- Free darśan
- Parikramā pilgrims register at the trust
- Cool hill climate, carry warm clothes in winter
🚉 Location & getting there
📍 Narmadā Udgam Mandir, Amarkantak, AnuppurPendra Road (PND) — 42 km
Amarkantak bus stand — state transport buses stop here.
Jabalpur (JLR) — 230 km
Buses from Anuppur (70 km) and Bilaspur (130 km).
🪔 Poojas, sevās & tickets
This temple does not publish a rate list. Darśan is free; ārcanā, abhiṣeka and other sevās are booked at the counter inside the temple on the day.
🧭 Around the temple
Places to see besides the temple — tap any one to open it in Google Maps.
🛏️ Where to stay
- MP Tourism Holiday Homes
- Ashram dharmaśālās
₹ Indicative trip cost (per head, 2 days)
| Budget | Standard | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| ₹1,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹8,000 |
📌 Other attractions nearby
- Kapildhara falls
- Sonmuda viewpoint
- Achanakmar reserve
📅 Best time to visit
October–March