Which part of Madhya Pradesh was known as Maikal in ancient times?

1. Bhojpur
2. Bhedaghat
3. Amarkantak
4. Khajuraho

The correct answer is Amarkantak.

• Amarkantak was known as Maikal in ancient history.

• It is known as Teerthraj or The King of Pilgrims.
• It is surrounded by three mountain ranges Satpura, Vindhya, and Maikal.
• It is at a height of 3500 ft from mean sea level.
• Three rivers Narmada, Johila, and Son originates from here.
  • It is one of the best examples of radial drainage pattern found in the country.

• Bhojpur is famous for Bhojeshwar Temple.
  • It was built by Parmara King Bhoj in the 11th century.
• Bhedaghat is famous for the Dhunadhar waterfall of the Narmada river.
  • It is located near the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh.
  • Rocks of marble can be found here.
• Khajuraho is famous for its 85 Hindu and Jain temples.
  • It was named as “City of Gods” given by Muslim historian Abu Rihan Alberuni.
  • Khajuraho group of temples were included in the UNESCO world heritage site list in the year 1986.