Sailani
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Sailani (सैलानी) is a village and Island in Punasa Tehsil in Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh. It is situated near Omkareshwar Dam on Narmada River.
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Sailani village is located in Punasa tehsil of Khandwa district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Punasa.
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Jat Gotras Namesake
- Sail (सैल) (Jat clan) → Sailani (सैलानी) is a village and Island in Punasa Tehsil in Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh. It is situated near Omkareshwar Dam on Narmada River.
Sailani Island
Situated on the bank of River Narmada and Omkareshwar Dam in Khandwa district, Sailani Island near Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga shrine offers a tranquil break to visitors with accommodations at the Sailani Island Resort. The place is spread over 5-acres of land and is surrounded by the holy Narmada water on three sides.
The secluded island is away from all the hustle and bustle of the city and is packed with natural beauty and water activities. Apart from spending some quality and peaceful time at the lavish resort, one can always try out exciting water-based recreational activities such as speed boating, skurfing, paddle boating and cruising available at the destination.
Developed on the banks of the Narmada, the atoll is the best choice to spend holidays in a soothing and rejuvenating environment! This is one of the most unique and incomparable water sports tourist destinations in Madhya Pradesh which provides a relaxing yet adventurous escape for vacationers.
Source - https://www.mptourism.com/destination-sailani-island.php