Vindhyachal is a small town in the Mirzapur district of UP. This spiritual gem is worth exploring while attending the Mahakumbh. It is a popular pilgrimage site for Hindus near the Ganges river. This is home to the goddess of power and victory, Maa Vindhyavasini.
Reaching Vindhyachal is quite straightforward. It's located about 70 km from Varanasi and 85 km from Prayagraj. One can take a bus or hire a taxi from either of these cities to reach Vindhyachal.
Its rich heritage, natural beauty, and diverse activities are something that makes it unique. According to the Markandeya Purana, Vindhyavasini incarnated to kill the demon Mahishasura. And this town is like a home for the temple. Many people visit here daily. Also, big congregations are held during the Navratras in Chaitra (April) and Ashwin (October) months.
But that's not all. Vindhyachal is also known for its Trikona Parikrama, which covers three important temples: Vindhyavasini, Ashtabhuja, and Kali Khoh. This ritualistic circumambulation is a significant part of the religious practices here
Visiting here will make you witness the spirituality, history, and natural beautyit contains. It doesn’t matter if you are a history buff, or just someone looking for a calm environment, Vindhyachal promises a memorable experience to everyone.
