Gujarat Devotion Silo

Famous Temples In GujaratTimings, Significance & How to Reach

Gujarat is home to some of India's most ancient and powerful holy shrines. Beyond Somnath and Dwarka, explore these highly revered temples, complete with verified darshan schedules, dress guidelines, and pilgrim travel logistics.

Showing 17 of 17 Sacred Sites

Krishna & Vishnu

Dakor Ranchhodrai Temple

Deity: Lord Krishna (Ranchhodrai)

The center of Central Gujarat's Krishna devotion. Legend says the deity of Ranchhodrai walked from Dwarka with a devotee, Bodana, in the 12th century.

Location:Dakor, Kheda Dist.
Distance (from Ahmedabad):94 km
Dress Code:Modest traditional attire. Avoid shorts and tank tops.
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Saint Yatras

Virpur Jalaram Temple

Deity: Saint Jalaram Bapa

Dedicated to the revered 19th-century saint Jalaram Bapa. It is globally unique for accepting no monetary or material donations since the year 2000, while serving free food to all.

Location:Virpur, Rajkot Dist.
Distance (from Ahmedabad):235 km
Dress Code:Simple, conservative clothing. Head covering recommended.
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Saint Yatras

Salangpur Hanuman Temple

Deity: Lord Hanuman (Kashtbhanjan Dev)

Under the Swaminarayan Sampraday, this powerful temple is dedicated to Hanumanji as Kashtbhanjan (remover of difficulties). Features a massive, historic black stone deity.

Location:Salangpur, Botad Dist.
Distance (from Ahmedabad):150 km
Dress Code:Traditional and modest attire.
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Shakti/Mata

Chotila Chamunda Mata Temple

Deity: Chamunda Mata

A sacred hilltop shrine located on the Chotila Hill. Devotees climb approximately 600 stone steps to reach the top. It is a highly revered seat of Shakti worship.

Location:Chotila, Surendranagar Dist.
Distance (from Ahmedabad):170 km
Dress Code:Modest and flexible clothing suitable for climbing steps.
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Kutch & Border

Mata NO Madh Ashapura Temple

Deity: Ashapura Mata

The ancestral seat of Ashapura Mata, the patron goddess of Kutch rulers. Revered for fulfilling wishes, it sees millions of foot-pilgrims (padyatris) during Navratri.

Location:Mata no Madh, Kutch Dist.
Distance (from Ahmedabad):435 km
Dress Code:Traditional Indian clothing. Avoid modern western wear.
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Kutch & Border

Narayan Sarovar

Deity: Lord Vishnu (Trivikramraiji)

One of India's five sacred lakes (Panch Sarovar) mentioned in the Shrimad Bhagavata. Houses a beautiful complex of temples built by the Queen of Kutch.

Location:Narayan Sarovar, Kutch Dist.
Distance (from Ahmedabad):450 km
Dress Code:Modest clothes. Swimwear restricted to designated ghats.
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Shiva & Jyotirlinga

Koteshwar

Deity: Lord Shiva (Koteshwar Mahadev)

Marking India's westernmost boundary, this historic seaside stone temple overlooks the Arabian Sea. It is linked to the mythology of Ravana and the Koti Lingas.

Location:Koteshwar, Kutch Dist.
Distance (from Ahmedabad):452 km
Dress Code:Traditional wear. Shoulders and knees must be covered.
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Saint Yatras

Bagdana Temple Bajrangdas Bapa

Deity: Saint Bajrangdas Bapa

A peaceful spiritual ashram dedicated to Bapa Sitaram. Renowned for its massive volunteer base and community kitchens serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.

Location:Bagdana, Bhavnagar Dist.
Distance (from Ahmedabad):230 km
Dress Code:Modest attire. Covering head during darshan is customary.
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Monuments & Heritage

Akshardham Gandhinagar

Deity: Lord Swaminarayan

A monumental 23-acre cultural complex constructed from 6,000 tons of pink sandstone. Showcases traditional architecture, spiritual exhibition halls, and musical water shows.

Location:Gandhinagar, Gandhinagar Dist.
Distance (from Ahmedabad):25 km
Dress Code:Strict modest dress code. Short clothing and cellphones not permitted inside.
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Monuments & Heritage

Khodaldham

Deity: Deity

Revered temple yatra in Gujarat.

Location:Gujarat
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Dress Code:Modest attire
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Monuments & Heritage

Umiya Dham Unjha

Deity: Deity

Revered temple yatra in Gujarat.

Location:Gujarat
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Dress Code:Modest attire
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Monuments & Heritage

Nishkalank Mahadev Temple Koliyak

Deity: Deity

Revered temple yatra in Gujarat.

Location:Gujarat
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Dress Code:Modest attire
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Monuments & Heritage

Vadtal Swaminarayan Temple

Deity: Deity

Revered temple yatra in Gujarat.

Location:Gujarat
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Dress Code:Modest attire
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Gadhada Swaminarayan Temple

Deity: Deity

Revered temple yatra in Gujarat.

Location:Gujarat
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Dress Code:Modest attire
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Monuments & Heritage

Bahucharaji Shakti Peeth

Deity: Deity

Revered temple yatra in Gujarat.

Location:Gujarat
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Dress Code:Modest attire
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Monuments & Heritage

Taranga Jain Temple

Deity: Deity

Revered temple yatra in Gujarat.

Location:Gujarat
Distance (from Ahmedabad):Contact us
Dress Code:Modest attire
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Shamlaji Temple

Deity: Deity

Revered temple yatra in Gujarat.

Location:Gujarat
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Dress Code:Modest attire
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