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Bhalka Tirth
Bhalka Tirth is a renowned Hindu pilgrim centre which is believed to be the location where Lord Krishna was shot by a hunter's arrow. According to the sacred scripts, Lord Krishna's death marks the end of the Dvapara Yug and the beginning of the Kali Yug. The tirth has a temple dedicated to Lord Krishna and is called Mahaprabhuji's Bethak.
Chorwad Beach
Located in Somnath, Chorwad Beach is one of the most serene and tranquil places to relax and enjoy in the state of Gujarat. Once a historically and culturally thriving place and home to the royal palace of Nawab of Junagadh, Chorwad Beach now even in ruins looks incredibly magical and is a must visit. A large number of people does not visit this beach and hence remains quiet and peaceful. Also though the water here is not ideal for swimming in, this beach provides ample opportunities to enjoy and relax. The whole place offers picture-perfect views especially during sunrise and sunset which are a must witness. You can reach Chorwad beach from anywhere in Gujarat by hiring a cab or taking a bus since there are several public buses are available. It is situated 20kms from Veraval Railway Station.
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Dehotsarg Teerth
Dehotsarg Teerth is an important pilgrim centre for the Hindus as this is where Lord Krishna breathed his last after he was shot by Jara's arrow. The location is marked by Lord Krishna's footprints and this incident is elaborated in the sacred texts as ??Sri Krishna Neejdham Prasthan Leela?? It is also believed that Krishna's brother, Baldev, also accompanied him in the form of a serpent crawling through the Balramjiki Gufa nearby.
Gita Temple
Built at the Triveni Ghat, where three rivers meet the ocean, the Gita Temple is a beautiful structure dedicated to Lord Krishna built by the Birlas in the 70s.
The beautifully capturing white marble structure has depiction of the hymns of the Gita intricately engraved on the walls. this marvelous architecture beauty is constructed in such a manner that visitors can here their voice - as an echo - inside the temple.
Junagadh Gate
Junagadh Gate is a historic monument which is believed to be the gate that Mahmud of Gazni entered to loot and destroy the Somnath Temple. The splendid monument now serves as a landmark and is made of stone with chattris and sculpted tigers on top of it.
Kamnath Mahadev Temple
Kamnath Mahadev Temple was built 200 years ago and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was built by King Mayurdhwaj who is believed to have cured of leprosy after taking a bath in the Dudhiya Talav, a sacred pond inside the temple complex. Till date, devotees believe that a dip in the holy water could cure humans of any disease.
Particularly active during the Shravan Maas every year, this temple lights up and is beautifully decorated for the occasion. Pilgrims and tourists throb this temple all round the year.
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Laxminarayan Temple
Located on the Somnath shore, the presiding deity, Lord Laxminarayan is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Reflects modern architectural design, this temple is famous for the carvings on its 18 pillars which have the sacred message of Krishna in the form of Bhagwadgita.
It is situated near the Gita Temple and is visited by thousands of devotees every year.
Paanch Pandav Gufa
Discovered by the late Baba Narayandas in the year 1949, the temple was dedicated to the five Pandava Brothers. The location of the temple is such that one can view the entire city and get mesmerized just by looking at it.
The temple is quiet and serene. The picturesque locale and ambience in turn, offers an absolutely cool and spiritual atmosphere.
Parshuram Temple
The temple lies on the banks of the holy river Triveni where Lord Parshuram is believed to have conducted his penance. One of the rare temple dedicated to Lord Parshuram this temple provides visitors with a scenic surrounding and picturesque landscapes.
According to legend, Parshuram had undergone a severe penance to free himself of the curse given to him by a king. It is believed, that it was here that lord Shiva finally relieved Parshuram of his curse.
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Prabhas Patan Museum
Prabhas Patan Museum was established in the mid-1900s and has a stunning collection of ancient temple remains, inscriptions, idols of deities, water from sacred rivers, etc. that signify the union of Saraswati, Kapila and Hiranya. One of the most important Shivalingas, the Kalbhairav Linga, is also believed to be hidden amidst the remains, which the Moon God worships. The attraction, therefore, has immense religious and archaeological importance.
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