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Vindhyachal in the Indian State of Uttar Pradesh is one of the most coveted Shaktipeeths, prettily placed on the majestic banks of the holy Ganges in India. A legendary place that gains its accolades from the great epics and scriptures is believed to be the abode of Goddess Durga. Legend has it that the Goddess had selected this place as her holy abode after her triumph over Mahishasura. This devout centre in the suburbs of Varanasi curiously blends legends and rituals with the day to day activities of the common populace. History says that the landscape was dotted with enormous temples, which were demolished during the reign of Aurangazeb. As the abode of Durga devi, Vindhyachal is always a prime spot from time immemorial and it adorns a predominant place in a pilgrim’s itinerary. This feisty agrarian land in the district of Mirzapur has not always been sited as a landmark destination in any of the tourist maps. Nonetheless this spot do have all the alluring glitters that can fascinate both the inland and foreign tourists. The district Mirzapur where the Vindhyachal situate itself is a crowning glory, which reverberates its Victorian past in its elegant edifices. Above all, the panoramic scenery of lovely mountain ranges enclosing the pictorial countryside is a delightful sight that haunts the visitor for a long. Along with the presence of a benevolent deity, the land is also blessed with a patch of lush green forest Its ancient frescos and lovely torrents would proffer a wonderful time to all those who love nature. An ancient pilgrim centre with an array of fabulous shrines, Vindhyachal would be an ideal place of retreat from the maddening crowd. It would be an exquisite destination, which would, definitely fuels you with new vigor and energy.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 231307

STD Code: 5442

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Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

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Vindhyachal is a town in Mirzapur District of Uttar Pradesh state in northern India. The city is a Hindu pilgrimage site having the temple of Vindhyavasini, who according to Markandeya Purana had incarnated to kill the demon Mahishasur. The detailed description has been given in ‘Durga Saptashati’ Chapter of Markandeya Purana. The river Ganges flows through this city.Vindhyachal Dham situated between Varanasi and Prayag has its mythical, magical and religious significance with historical importance. Described in Devi Bhagavata, Skandh Purana, Markandeya Purana etc. Other sacred places in the town are Ashtbhuja temple, Sita Kund, Kali Khoh, Budeh Nath temple, Narad Ghat, Gerua talab, Motiya talab, Lal Bhairav and Kal Bhairav temples, Ekdant Ganesh, Sapta Sarovar, Sakshi Gopal temple, Goraksha-kund, Matsyendra kund, Tarkeshwar Nath temple, Kankali Devi temple, Shivashiv Samooh Awadhoot Ashram and Bhairav kund. Mirzapur is the closest railhead. Vindhyachal has regular bus services to the nearby towns. The nearest railway station is at Mirzapur. Regular bus services connect Vindhyachal to the nearby towns.

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By Air : The nearest airport is at Varanasi, which is 90 km away from Vindhyachal. There are many domestic flights from Varanasi to other major airports. Daily flights are available to and from Delhi, Agra and Khajuraho. Taxis are available from airport to Vindhyachal and taxi charge is about Rs 1,200.

By Train : The nearest major railway station is Varanasi junaction at a distance of about 90 km form Vindhyachal. The railway station is well connected to all major cities in India including Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai.

By Bus : There are many state owned buses connecting Vindhyachal with other cities in the state. There are frequent bus services from Varanasi to Vindhyachal.

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