Which is the origin of Godavari ?
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Answer:
The Godavari originates in the Western Ghats of central India near Nashik in Maharashtra, 80 km (50 mi) from the Arabian Sea.
ORGIN OF GODAVARI:
• Godavari originates from Amarkantak plateau in Maharashtra.
• It starts from Trimbak near Nashik and merges into the Bay of Bengal.
• Godavari flows through the Deccan plateau in to the east direction.
• Godavari is the largest river in the South India.
• Godavari is considered as the sacred river in South India.
• For every 12 years a sacred bathing takes place in Godavari river.
• This sacred bathing is known as "Puskaram".
• River Godavari is the second largest river in India.
• River Godavari flows through the states of Maharashtra, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
• Godavari is popularly known as "Dakshin Ganga".