This tree is immortal from the Satyuga till today… Goddess had blessed it, it is also connected to Lord Ram

Rajneesh Yadav / Prayagraj: Prayagraj is famous all over the world for its religious and historical importance. The Akshay Vat tree located here holds an important place in Indian mythology and religious beliefs. It is believed that this tree is immortal from the Satyuga till today. This tree has the blessings of the Goddess. The special thing is that one has to go to Patalpuri temple to see it. Devotees and tourists from all over the world keep coming to see, understand and test it.

What is the story and importance of Akshay Vat
Akshay Vat literally means ‘immortal banyan tree’. ‘Akshay’ means ‘immortal’ or ‘which never perishes’ and ‘Vat’ means ‘banyan tree’. This tree is extremely important from religious and mythological point of view and is considered immortal since eternity. It is believed that during the time of Satyuga, a goddess blessed this tree, due to which this tree will remain immortal forever. It is also said that during the exile of Lord Rama, Mother Sita also rested under this tree and blessed it for her protection.

Where is the Akshay Vat tree of Patalpuri Temple
Located in the premises of Patalpuri Temple, Patalpuri Temple is an ancient temple which is associated with various stories about Patal Lok. Devotees come here to see Akshay Vat and experience the religious significance associated with it.

What is its religious and historical significance?
Ravindra Nath Puri Ji, the priest of Akshay Vat temple, tells that the Triveni Sangam of Prayagraj, where the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers meet, is very important from a religious point of view. The Akshay Vat tree is located near this holy place and pilgrims consider their religious journey complete by coming here.

The symbol of immortality has been found
Akshay Vat is considered a symbol of immortality. This tree has been standing for centuries and its not perishing shows that it is blessed by the Goddess. This tree is not only famous for its specialty, but its spiritual significance also makes it unique.

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