Somnath Temple Faq
The Shree Somnath temple stands proudly at the shoreline of the Arabian Ocean in the western corner of Gujarat State, India.
The Shree Somnath temple holds immense historical significance and is one of the oldest pilgrimage sites. Its references can be found in ancient texts such as Skandpuran, Shreemad Bhagavat, and Shivpuran.
The Rig-Veda hymn mentions Bhagvan Somnath along with other sacred pilgrimage sites like Gangaji, Yamunaji, and Eastward Saraswati, highlighting the ancient value of Shree Somnath as a Tirthdham.
According to the Shiva Purana and Nandi Upapurana, Shiva declared that he manifests in twelve divine forms and sacred places known as the Jyotirlingas. Shree Somnath is one of these revered twelve Jyotirlingas.
The Somnath temple is believed to have been built in four phases. Sri Soma adorned it with gold, Ravi with silver, Sri Krishna with wood, and King Bhimadeva with stone, representing different periods and contributors in its construction.
Despite facing six desecrations by Muslim invaders, the Somnath temple has stood resilient, symbolizing the reconstructive spirit and cultural unity of Indian society.
A person who has faith in Hinduism can offer his/her prayer.
Darshan Timing: from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Aarti Timings: Morning 7:00 AM, 12:00 Noon, 7:00 PM.
Light And Sound Show Timing: 8:00 PM To 9:00 PM.
(Except in the Monsoon / Rainy Season).
The present-day temple, built in the Kailas Mahameru Prasad style, was spearheaded by Sardar Shri Vallabhbhai Patel, popularly known as the Iron Man of India.
The temple consists of the Garbhgruh (sanctum sanctorum), Sabha mandap (assembly hall), and Nrityamandap (dance hall). It features a magnificent 155F feet high Shikhar (spire), with a Kalash weighing 10 tons atop it. The Dhwajdand (flagstaff) stands at a height of 27 feet with a circumference of 1 foot.
Wheel Chairs / Golf Cart are available for physically challenged / Senior Citizens at the Main Gate of the Temple. And Lift Facility is available inside the Temple premise.
Tirth Darshan Bus facility is available at a nominal charge which takes pilgrims to the Nearby Temples for Darshan. The Bus Leaves from the Main Gate of the Temple and Its Timings are 08:30 AM and 03:30 PM.
No. Entrance is Free Of Cost.
The Abadhit Samudra Marg, along with the Tirth Stambh (Arrow), symbolizes the unobstructed sea route to the South Pole. This demonstrates the ancient Indian wisdom of geography and the strategic location of the Jyotirling.
Adjacent to the main temple complex, there is a temple renovated by Maharani Ahalyabai, which complements the grandeur of Shree Somnath.
Yes, Please visit our Website www.somnath.org for Online Darshan.
Shravan Month
Shivratri
Golokdham Utsav
Kartik Purnima Fair (5 Days).
Somnath Sthapana Divas
For Performing Havan Yagna Shala Is available. For Booking Yagna Shala Please Contact the Management of Shree Somnath Trust.
General Manager
gmsomnathtrust@gmail.com
Yes. You have to remove your footwear before entering the temple. Shoe house is available near Cloak Room and this service is free of cost.
No. All Electronic/Electric Equipment, Gadgets are strictly prohibited (viz. Mobile, Camera, smartwatch, laptops, tablets, calculators, etc,). All these can be stored in Lockers available in Cloak Room. The Cloakroom facility is free of cost.
Mini Skirts and Disrespectful Dress are not permitted and you are advised to avoid them. Smoking is NOT ALLOWED within the vicinity of the temple at all times.
Photography is strictly prohibited. You can purchase High-Resolution Photographs / Frames from Souvenir Counter.
Pooja Vidhi / Donations are accepted by any means (viz. Cheque/Cash/Online). Please request a receipt, when donations are handed to the administrative staff. Alternatively, you can deposit it in the donation box kept within the temple. Cheques / D.D. should be in Favour of SHREE SOMNATH TRUST payable at Prabhas Patan.
Yes, Rooms at Sagar Darshan Atithi Gruh/Lilavati Atithi Bhavan / Maheshwari Atithi Bhavan can be booked online through our Website www.somnath.org–Accommodation booking.
Yes, the Baby Cradle facility is available at all guest houses.
Every Guest house has a Restaurant / Bhojanalay which serves various Gujarati / Punjabi / Chinese cuisines and Indian Thali.
Yes, Banquet / Conference halls are Available. Kindly Contact At 02876-233533, Mobile :+91-9428214914
Somnath is Well Connected with Diu, Rajkot, and Ahmedabad by Air / Train / Bus.
Nearest Airport: DIU – 85 Kms. ,
Rajkot – 200 Kms,
Ahmedabad – 390 Km.
Nearest Railway Station – Somnath – 0.5 Km, Veraval – 7 Km.
IN A VICINITY OF 20 KM
Ahalyabai Temple
Bhalka Tirth
Shashi Bhushan Temple
Triveni Sangam Ghat
Golokdham Tirth
Harihar Mahaprabhu ji’s Bethak
Prachi Tirth
AT A DISTANCE
7 km. – Veraval
35 Kms – Chorwad
Major Tourist Attraction:- Dhirubhai Ambani Memorial, Holiday Camp.
65 Kms – Sasan Gir
Major Tourist Attraction:- Asiatic Lion Sanctuary.
75 Kms – Madhavpur
Major Tourist Attraction:- Shri. Madhavraiji Temple (Shree Krishna), Shri. Vallabhacharyaji Betha.
70 Kms – Kankai
Major Tourist Attraction:- Kankai Mataji Temple.
80 Kms – Gupt Prayag
Major Tourist Attraction:- Shri. Vallabhacharyaji Bethak.
85 Kms – Diu
Major Tourist Attraction:- Nagoa Beach, Diu Fort.
90 Kms – Junagadh
Major Tourist Attraction:- Narsinh Mehta’s Choro, Mount Girnar, Upperkot Fort.
110 Kms – Tulsi Shyam
Major Tourist Attraction:- Tulsi Shyam Mandir
130 Kms – Porbandar
Major Tourist Attraction:- Darbargadh, Sartanji Choro, Kirti Mandir(Gandhiji’s House), Huzoor Palace.
230 Kms – Dwarka
Major Tourist Attraction:- Dwarkadhish Temple / Jagat Mandir, Beyt Dwarka, Rukmini Temple.
Please note that the answers provided are based on the information available and may be subject to historical interpretations and beliefs.
