Ramtek - named because it is revered by the holy feet of Lord Rama and Sita. The popularity of this place of Nagpur is largely due to the legends and myths associated with the place. Ramtek gad Mandir is located in Ramtek, Nagpur.
Ramtek Gad Mandir is one of the oldest shri Ram temple in the Ramtek tahasil. Ramtek / Ramgiri gained popularity due to its association with legends and the rule of the Vakatakas, myths. Therefore, it is believed that Lord Rama, along with Sita and Laxman during their captivity, stopped at Ramtek to rest.
The place also houses the houses of Hindu sages, who are greatly troubled by the roaming demons. Therefore, Lord Rama promised to deliver the place from this suffering, so the place got its name from the incident and called Ram-tek (promise). The historical context of Ramtek dates back to the 4th to 6th century BC where one can also see the architecture of the Vakataka period. Later, Yadavas also built houses here, for example; Ram-Laxman Temple and Kapur Bawli. These temples are arranged as Hemadpanthi in architectural style.
he effect of various types of architecture that adorn Ramtek adds to the beauty and importance of this beautiful place. Ramtek which spans around 1129 square kilometers has green hills, spectacular lakes and many impressive ancient temples. Ramtek is located 45km from Nagpur.
It was here that the Sanskrit poet Kalidas wrote the epic Maghdootam. Apart from Shri Ram Temple and Kalidas Memorial, there is Ramgiri Hill, Ramsagarlake. This place is immortalized by the visit of Lord Ram, Sita and Laxman, hence its name Ramtek.
The place is famous as the place where poet Kalidas wrote his epic "Meghdoot". Built in memory of Kalidasa, the poet, the Kalidas Smarak (Memorial) at Ramtek is located near the Ramtek Temple in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. The interior of this monument has paintings depicting scenes from Kalidasa's dramas. The memorial is open daily from 8am to 8pm and charges a nominal fee.