| Know More Before visiting Chitrakoot |
| Country |
India |
| State |
Madhya Pradesh |
| Location |
150 KM from Allahabad , 250 KM from Varanasi . |
| How to Reach |
Nearest Airport from Chitrakoot is Varanasi Airport, Allahabad Junction Railway Station connects all major cities of India with Allahabad . |
| Best time to visit |
Winters (October-March) |
| Things to do |
Pilgrimage to Rama-Bharat Milap Place |
| Tourist Attractions |
Bharat Milap Temple , Gupt Godavari , Sati Anusuya Ashram , Ramghat, and Hanuman Dhara , Waterfalls at Marpha , Kamadgiri , Sphatik Shila and Ganesh Bagh |
| Nearby Tourist Places |
Allahabad, Khajuraho , Varanasi , Jabalpur, Lucknow , Mahoba & Mirzapur |
| Fairs & Festivals |
Rama Navami |
| Weather & Climate |
Cool winters and hot summers. Winter is pleasant for outdoor activity. |
| Photography |
Take snaps of religious places, natural beauty and ritual activities |
| What to Wear |
Full covered cotton/woolen clothes according to weather |
Best time to visit Chitrakoot
Chitrakoot is open throughout the year. But the best time to visit Chitrakoot is from October to March due to its suitability for outdoor activity.
Nearest International Airport from Chitrakoot is Varanasi Airport (250 KM). Flights from different major cities of India like Kolkata , Mumbai , Chennai and Delhi are available on regular basis.
Trains are available from various cities for Chitrakoot. Nearest Railway Station from Chitrakoot is Chitrakoot Dham Karvi Railway Station.
Buses from different cities operate for Allahabad which is a major bus depot. Thereby buses operate for Chitrakoot on regular basis for pilgrims’ assistance.
Chitrakoot is majorly a popular pilgrimage city of India. But in recent times it is becoming a much sought after destination for nature tour.
Some of the places to visit in Chitrakoot are: Bharat Milap Temple , Gupt Godavari , Sati Anusuya Ashram , Ramghat, and Hanuman Dhara , Waterfalls at Marpha , Kamadgiri , Sphatik Shila and Ganesh Bagh .
| Category |
Details |
| Location |
Spans across Madhya Pradesh & Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Significance |
Hindu pilgrimage site associated with Lord Rama’s exile |
| Main Attractions |
Ram Ghat, Kamadgiri, Bharat Milap Temple, Hanuman Dhara, Gupt Godavari, Sati Anusuya Ashram |
| Mythological Importance |
Believed to be the place where Lord Rama spent a significant part of his exile |
| Best Time to Visit |
October to March (pleasant weather and major festivals) |
| Festivals Celebrated |
Ram Navami, Diwali, Makar Sankranti, and Sharad Poornima |
| Nearest Railway Station |
Chitrakoot Dham Karwi Railway Station (11 km from the city) |
| Nearest Airport |
Prayagraj Airport (130 km), Khajuraho Airport (175 km) |
| How to Reach |
By road from Prayagraj, Satna, and Jhansi; well-connected by rail |
| Accommodation Options |
Budget hotels, Dharamshalas, and mid-range lodges |
| Local Cuisine |
Vegetarian food, North Indian thali, and street snacks |
| Spiritual Activities |
Ganga Aarti at Ram Ghat, temple visits, and meditation retreats |
Outdoor Activity in Chitrakoot
Have darshan and parikrama at pilgrimage places of Chitrakoot which was once abode of Lord Rama.
Stare at natural beauty, waterfalls, rapids, forests, underwater caves and many more things.
Find here more legends about pilgrimage places.
Chitrakoot is at the centre point of many pilgrimage places of North India. You can visit Allahabad, Khajuraho , Varanasi , Jabalpur, Lucknow , Mahoba & Mirzapur from Chitrakoot.
Weather & Climate of Chitrakoot
Chitrakoot experiences general weather and climate characteristic of North India. Summer is scorching and monsoon (July to September) is sultry. So, due to its cool weather Winter is best for outdoor activities.
Where to Stay in Chitrakoot
Note: Holy Voyages arranges for accommodation in Chitrakoot and facilitate accommodation booking at concessional prices.