Jay Somnath

सोमनाथ ज्योतिर्लिंग दर्शन

Some facts about Jyotirlinga:-

Jyotirlingas are sacred shrines of Lord Shiva; it is believed that Lord Shiva himself visited these places and hence they have a special place in the hearts of devotees. There are 12 of them in India and Somnath is considered to be the first of the jyotirlingas – the first place where Lord Shiva manifested himself. An interesting fact of the temple is that it is built in such a location that there is no land in a straight line to its south till Antarctica. This is inscribed on one of the pillars – since 7 AD. This makes it a sea-protected site.

कैसे पहुचे How to reach Somnath:- The nearest railway station to Somnath is Somnath but is currently non-operational due to reconstruction work. Trains terminate and originate from Veraval railway station which is about 5 km from Somnath. Trains from Ahmedabad/Vadodara/Mumbai run daily to Veraval. The most efficient way to travel to Somnath is by train. For those with a large amount of luggage, booking a taxi from Ahmedabad directly to Somnath is also a viable option.

    Veraval to Somnath:- Private autos are conveniently stationed outside Veraval railway station and are ready to take you directly to your accommodation. I have taken the contact number of some Auto Drivers when I traveled to Somnath. Here it is: [9904171393-Hazi Veraval].

where to stay:- तीर्थयात्रियों  Pilgrims can avail the guest house facilities of Shree Somnath Trust. Trust maintains a VIP Guest     House and an economical dormitory. “Make sure to remember that there are Dharamshalas and cheap hotels available near the   Somnath temple. Don’t worry if you haven’t booked accommodation in advance. If you have your dates planned, be sure to check out the link for guesthouses and other accommodations near the temple before booking train tickets”.

Shree Somnath Trust Guest House https://somnath.org/guesthouse/guesthouse-booking-new/

YatraDham website for Booking accommodation in Somnath https://yatradham.org/yatradham-destinations/gujarat/somnath.html

I will suggest my readers avail Trust Facility since they have a dining facility inside the guest house.

The best time to visit:- While you can visit this sacred place all through the year, winter (October to March) would be the ideal time to visit it.

Somnath Temple :- There are two temples in Somnath. One is newly constructed and Ahalyabai temple is also close by, which was built by the queen mother Shri Ahalyabai Holker during 1782. This temple maintained the Pooja Parampara of Bhagvan Shiva during the hostile political conditions. The Sound & Light Show “Jay Somnath” is also displayed inside the new temple premises every night from 7.45 to 8.45, which allows the pilgrims an ethereal experience in the backdrop of grand Somnath temple and the holy wave sounds of the Ocean. The cost of the ticket is 50 Rs/person. https://youtu.be/5U7bukbyRXg?si=YRGAhKi-SYrGXNXV Check out the link for the Light and sound show.

Places to Visit in Somnath:- Bhalka Temple, Ban Ganga, Pandav caves, Gita Mandir & Dehotsarg tirth. You can explore these places using an auto. The cost for a day tour by auto will be around 800 Rs. It’s always a good idea to negotiate with auto drivers for a fair fare, especially during peak seasons when they may try to charge more. You can easily book autos near the Trust Dharamshalas. I can share the contact number of a reliable auto driver who can assist you in exploring Somnath. Do comment for the contact number.

Note:-In this blog, you will find the best tips for a comfortable experience when visiting Somnath. Two days are enough to explore this beautiful place. Be sure to check the links and read the full blog. Also, take screenshots of the places you want to visit.