Somnath Temple, one of the best temple locations in India
A sacred site for all Krishna bhakts, the Somnath Temple, officially known as Aadi Jyotirling Shree Somnath Mahadev, is located on the shores of Gujarat near the Arabian Sea.
Legend has it that it was here that Lord Krishna took his last journey to his neejdham or final rest.
One of the twelve sacred Jyotirlings of Lord Shiva, it holds special importance for Hindus.
The temple complex consists of the Geeta Mandir where the Bhagvad Gita has been inscribed on to eighteen marble pillars.
The temple is a double tribute to major deities in Hindu mythology-Shiva and Krishna.
Modes of Travel to Somnath Temple Veraval
By air
The nearest airport is at Keshod 55 kms away. Buses regularly ply between Keshod and Somnath. Flights from most Indian cities land at Keshod.
By rail
The nearest rail station is at Veraval where trains from other cities of Gujarat halt. The best bet for visitors outside of Gujarat is to take a flight or a direct train to one of Gujarat’s main cities and then take a connecting train to Veraval which shall then lead to Somnath by road.
By road
Somnath is well-connected by roads to Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Porbandar, Bhavnagar and Junagadh.
Map to The Somnath Temple Veraval Gujarat India
Picutre Video of Glimpses of the Somnath Temple, Gujarat India.
Hotels around Somnath Temple, Veraval Gujarat India
Accommodation is generally found in Veraval which is about 5 kms away.
Local guesthouses, lodges and resthouses are another option
Places to visit around Somnath Temple:
Other than visiting the Great Somnath Temple, you can visit
Sasan Gir Forest, which is home to the Asiatic Lion.
Chorwad holiday beach resort is another place worth seeing. A spectacular palace bang opposite the rough chorwad Sea, is a sight you dont want to miss.
Food & shopping
Gujarati cuisine is served fresh and cheap at local restaurants around Somnath and in Veraval.
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8 Sep, 2008 