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Awantikapuri is a village inAzamgarh district which is now known as Avak,[1] situated just 20 kilometres from theAzamgarh railway Station. It is known for its historical importance. It is situated in the Mohammadpur development block. Tradition says that Raja Janmejai (son ofRaja Parikshit) organized a yagya there just to kill all the snakes of the planet. The ponds and temples of this place are very famous. This place has a somewhat religious importance for Hindus.
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