Tier 3Key Spot · Kund / Sarovar
A specific site within Ram Janmabhoomi Kshetra where a particular pastime, event, or spiritual activity is centered. Pilgrims visit for focused remembrance of specific leelas.
Abode of the Royal Guru
"Janmasthana tapascime tu kunda papapranashanam, Vasisthasya nivasastu Arundhatyaksha Parvati"
West of Janmasthan lies Vashistha Kund — the residence of Brahmarshi Vashistha, royal guru of the Ikshvaku dynasty, and his wife Arundhati. Bathing here fulfills all desires. Annual yatra on Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada.