Ramtek Fort Temple
Ramtek Mandir
A cluster of ancient temples on a hilltop enclosed by walls, where legend says Rama stayed during his exile, with views over plains and lakes, often visited on the way to a Pench safari.
Ramtek lies about 50 km north-east of Nagpur and about 25 km south of Sillari Gate in Pench National Park. It takes its name from the legend that Rama paused on this hill during his exile. The temple complex on the summit is surrounded by stone walls and looks like a fortress. Its earliest buildings date back to the Vakataka dynasty, and it is said that the classical poet Kalidasa wrote The Cloud Messenger here. A Kalidasa Memorial Park on the hill honours him. From the top you can see the surrounding plains and Lake Khindsi, and there are Jain temples at the foot of the hill. The temples are free to visit, and you can drive to near the summit. Shoes must be removed to enter. Monkeys are numerous on the hill, so keep food and belongings secure.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Khindsi Lake
- Sillari Gate, Pench National Park (Maharashtra)
- Totladoh Dam
- Khursapar Gate
- Pench River
- Khawasa Buffer Zone
- Turia Gate Core Zone
- Alikatta Meadows