Panchavati Nashik Tourism, Travelling guide, Tourist places near Panchavati Nashik

All religious activities in Nasik are centered around the holy Godavri River, especially on its Northern banks. Considered as one of the most holy spots, Panchavati is believed to to have been the shelter to Lord Ram, Lakshman and Sita during their exile. 

This sacred spot gets its name from the five banyan trees that are along the riverside. Believed to be a part of the Dandakaranya Forest, Panchavati has acquired a prominent place in the epic. People frequent here to take a holy dip which is believed to cleanse their sins.