Janaki Kund is a cave situated along the left bank of the Mandakini river. It is believed that Goddess Sita used to bathe here during her period of exile. There are footprints by the riverside that are said to be hers; such is their devotion to and love for her, pilgrims and locals alike worship even her footprints.

This beautiful and religiously important ghat is situated about 3 km from Chitrakoot. A quiet and peaceful place that stands opposite Raghubir Mandir, Janaki Kund is an important site of worship for devotees of Lord Rama; the devotees bathe in its waters to cleanse their sins and rejuvenate their spirit.

To reach the kund, one needs to go behind the temple and descend a flight of stairs. There is also a temple in Janaki Kund dedicated to Lord Rama and Goddess Sita.

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