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Pretshila Hill

Pretshila Hill

Around 10 km from Ramshila Hill stands Pretshila Hill and right below is the Brahma Kund where people take a dip before going for pinda-daan (offerings made to ancestors for them to have peace). The main attraction is a temple dedicated to Lord Yama, the god of death, that is situated on top of the hill. Ahilya Bai, the queen of Indore, built the temple in 1787, which is famous for its architecture and sculptures. In close proximity to the temple lies Ramkund that is believed to be the spot where Lord Rama once bathed. Devotees believe that taking a dip in this tank absolves them of their sins. It is said that the temple was built by her to pacify a spirit that once haunted this place. Another legend mentions a demon named Gayasur who felt distressed every time he saw death so he went atop a mountain and offered penance.

On the top of the hill is a temple dedicated to Lord Yama, the god of death according to Hindu mythology. The temple was initially constructed by Rani Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore but has been renovated several times. You can see a pond called Ramkund near the temple, where Lord Rama is believed to have once bathed in it.

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