Best Things To Do in Somnath, India

Tourist Attractions in Somnath

Here is the list of things to do in Somnath and tourist attractions in city.

1. Somnath Mahadev Temple

   4.6 (590 Votes)
   

   Religious Site, Temple, Landmark

   The Somnath Temple is a very important pilgrimage site for Hindus all across the globe as it is one of the first Jyotirlinga (Representation of Lord Shiva) out of twelve. It is believed to have been established by Soma – the moon god thousands of years ago, who made it as an offering to Lord Shiva, who helped Soma get relief from a curse. Over the course of its history the Somnath temple ...Read more

2. Bhalka Tirtha

   4.5 (625 Votes)
   

   Religious Site, Temple

   The Bhalka Tirth is probably the most pious place in Somnath basically because of the stories associated with it. According to legend, thousands of years ago Lord Krishna was resting on a deerskin in the jungle at the particular spot when a tribal hunter named Jara mistook his foot to be of a deer and shot an arrow at it. Knowing that his time had come, Lord Krishna graciously pardoned the hunt...Read more

3. Triveni Sangam Ghat

   4.3 (391 Votes)
   

   Bank

   Triveni Ghat holds a very important place in Hindu Mythology and history. Notable mentions about this very Ghat can be found in the Puranas and epics like Mahabharata and Ramayana. Triveni Ghat is the confluence of three holy rivers which are Hiran, Kapil and Saraswati (A legendary river mentioned in many Hindu scriptures but dried up centuries ago). This makes the spot religiously very importa...Read more

4. Gita Mandir

   

   Religious Site, Temple

   The Gita Mandir is also popularly referred to as Birla Mandir and is one of the most visited temples after the main Somnath temple in Somnath. It is referred to as Birla temple as it was built by the Birlas in the 1970s. The Mandir is famous for its depiction of the Bhagwat Gita, which is carved out on 18 marble pillars. The temple itself is said to be located at the spot where Lord Krishna too...Read more

5. Panch Pandav Gufa

   

   Cave

   The Panch Pandav Gufa is a cave and small temple located near Lalghati in Somnath. The cave is dated back to ancient times but the temple was founded in 1949 by Baba Narayandas. According to legend the Pandavas sought refuge in these particular caves when Hingaj Mata appeared in front of them and promised them protection. The temple inside the cave was built in dedication of the five Pandava br...Read more

6. Lakshminarayan Temple

   

   Religious Site, Temple, Architecture

   The temple, unlike other temples in the area, has been built according to modern architectural styles. It is at a very close proximity to the Gita Mandir near to the Sangam Ghats. The temple was built in honour of Lord Lakshminarayan, who is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Apart from Lord Lakshminarayan, there are idols of various other Hindu Gods and Goddesses inside the temple, adorning the wa...Read more

7. Dehotsarg Teerth

   

   Religious Site, Temple

   After Lord Krishna was shot in the foot by a hunter, he left his mortal remains behind, which was then cremated on the banks of the river Hiranya by Arjun. This very spot is called the Dehotsarg Teerth. Lord Krishna’s footprints are installed under a papal tree to mark his memory and for devotees to pay their respect to the Lord. It is very close to other temples like Gita temple and Laks...Read more

8. Surya Mandir

   4.3 (347 Votes)
   

   Religious Site, Temple

   The history of Suraj Mandir or Sun Temple is almost as old as the original Somnath Temple itself. The temple is located north of the confluence of the holy rivers, very close to the Somnath temple itself. The temple is devoted to the sun god and has many animal figurines like Lions and Elephants inside the temple. Being an important and popular worshipping place, this temple was also the victim...Read more

9. Junagadh Gate

   

   Historical Site

   The Junagadh Gate is one of the most important historical monuments in Somnath. Through this very gate, it is believed that the invader, Mahmud of Ghazni, marched into the town to ransack the Somnath Temple. The Gate itself wasn’t spared and some parts were destroyed at the time of invasion. Today the triple Gate stands tall on the way to Somnath town through Veraval, much to the awe of a...Read more

10. Parsuramji Temple

    4.6 (5 Votes)
    

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    Religious Site, Temple

    The Parshuram Temple is quite popular and very important amongst devotees because of the story associated with it. Legend has it that Shri Parshuram conducted his long penance to get relief from his curse of ‘Kshatriyahatya’ or Kshatriyas killings by Lord Somnath. Now a beautiful temple and two ancient kunds at the banks of the holy Triveni Teerth mark this very spot. The temple has...Read more

11. Hotel Somnath Atithigruh

    3.7
    Near Somnath Railway Station, Somnath Bypass Rd, Behind Hotel, Lords, Somnath, Gujarat 362268, India

12. Madhavpur Beach

    4.4
    Porbandar - Veraval Hwy, Madhavpur, Gujarat 362230, India

13. Somnath Temple

    GJ SH 110, Amrapur, Gujarat 365450, India