Asthamba
Hill Station
Asthamba
Asthamba is a religious site located in the Akrani Tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, known for its significant tribal cultural importance. The annual Asthamba fair held here during the Diwali festival lasts for 10 to 15 days and attracts tribal communities from South Gujarat and Northwest Maharashtra.
The place holds mythological significance as it is associated with Ashvatthama, a character from the Hindu epic Mahabharata, believed by tribals to be the son of Guru Dronacharya. Asthamba sits in a hilly region with its peak reaching about 1,150 meters, making it one of the highest points in Nandurbar district.
The village itself has a modest population with a low literacy rate and is surrounded by other small villages, serving as a center for local religious gatherings and cultural activities.
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