River Godavari flows thru Nashik and its Northern element is referred to as as Panchavati. It is stated that lord Shri Ram and Sita at the side of Laxman stayed at Panchavati for a few time. Thus Panchavati has received holy importance. There are 5 Banyan (Vad) timber and for this reason the vicinity is referred to as Panchavati.Nearby is Sita Gumpha (cave) in which Sita is stated to have stayed for a few time. India tourism
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