Somnath Jyotirlinga
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📍 Somnath, Gujarat
⭐ Featured National SignificanceThe first among the 12 Jyotirlingas, Somnath Temple is located on the western coast of Gujarat and is considered one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in Hinduism.
🕒 Practical Information
🕉️ Spiritual Details
Lord Somnath (Shiva)
Jyotirlinga
Jyotirlinga, Somnath, Prabhupati
✨ Spiritual Highlights
The temple is believed to grant liberation from all sins, especially those related to pride and ego. Devotees believe that praying here can restore lost glory and provide divine protection. The Jyotirlinga is said to have the power to fulfill all righteous desires.
The temple is famous for miraculous healings and divine interventions. Many devotees have experienced spiritual awakening and divine visions. The temple is believed to protect devotees from negative planetary influences, especially those of the moon.
Offering prayers at sunrise and sunset, participating in evening aarti, performing abhishekam to the Jyotirlinga, and offering milk and water to the deity. Many devotees also perform pradakshina (circumambulation) around the temple.
Liberation from sins, divine protection, restoration of lost honor, spiritual purification, removal of negative planetary influences, fulfillment of righteous desires, and attainment of inner peace and prosperity.
📖 About Somnath Jyotirlinga
Somnath Temple, situated in Prabhas Patan near Veraval in Gujarat, is the first among the twelve Jyotirlingas mentioned in the Shiva Purana. The temple has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times throughout history, symbolizing the eternal nature of faith. Located on the shores of the Arabian Sea, the temple is believed to be the place where Lord Krishna ended his earthly journey. The current structure was built in the Chalukya style of architecture and was inaugurated by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in 1951. The temple houses a magnificent Jyotirlinga and is renowned for its spiritual significance and historical importance.
🏛️ Architecture & Heritage
Chalukya Style (Ancient (rebuilt in 1951))
Magnificent Chalukya architecture, intricate stone carvings, beautiful shikhara (spire), carved pillars, and stunning location overlooking the Arabian Sea
The main Jyotirlinga, Nandi statue, various Hindu deity murtis, ancient inscriptions, and the sacred Banyan tree
🎉 Festivals & Celebrations
Maha Shivaratri: February-March, Kartik Purnima: November, Shravan Month: July-August
Daily Rudrabhishek, Laghurudri, Maha Rudrabhishek on Mondays, Special pujas during eclipses
Evening aarti with sea view, monsoon celebrations, Diwali celebrations
🙏 Rituals & Traditions
Daily pujas, Rudrabhishek, aarti ceremonies, special abhishekam rituals, and Jyotirlinga darshan
Aarti overlooking the Arabian Sea, special prayers during eclipses, and the tradition of offering prayers at the spot where Lord Krishna is believed to have left his mortal body
Prasadam including laddu, fruits, and sacred food is distributed to devotees daily
👕 Visitor Guidelines
Traditional Indian attire preferred. Modest clothing required. Remove shoes before entering the temple premises. No leather items allowed inside.
Wheelchair accessible to main areas. Ramps available for disabled visitors. Special arrangements for elderly devotees.
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🕉️ Divine Snapshot
Lord Somnath (Shiva)
Jyotirlinga
6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Somnath, Gujarat
Somnath Temple, Prabhas Patan, Veraval, Gujarat 362268, India
✈️ How to Reach
Rajkot Airport (85 km)
Veraval Railway Station (6 km)
Somnath Bus Stand (1 km)
By Road: Well connected via NH-51 from Ahmedabad. By Train: Veraval is the nearest railway station. By Air: Rajkot airport is the nearest, then drive or take bus to Somnath.
🏨 Accommodation
Various hotels, guesthouses, and dharamshalas available near the temple. Government and private accommodations available in Veraval and Somnath.
🗺️ Nearby Attractions
Bhalka Tirth, Triveni Sangam, Gita Mandir, Junagadh, Dwarka, and Porbandar
🙏 Associated Deities
🎧 Audio Guide Available
Audio guide is available for this temple to enhance your spiritual experience.