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Somnath

First of Twelve Jyotirlingas on the Arabian Sea

1 dayIdeal stay₹500From / nightFreeEntryOctober – MarchBest windowVeravalNearest rail · 6 km

One of the holiest sites in Hinduism, the Somnath Temple (repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt throughout history) stands at the confluence of three sacred rivers on the Arabian Sea coast. The Arrow Pillar pointing to Antarctica has no land until that point.

Pairs well with

Gir National Park· 1h away

Junagadh & Girnar· 2h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 88

Honest take for Jul: Monsoon season — heavy rainfall expected. Good for nature lovers, but outdoor travel can be challenging. (high crowds.)

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On the map

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Veraval 6km · Rajkot Airport 200km

Nearest transport

Veraval6 km

Rajkot Airport200 km

Stay options

budget₹500/night

mid₹1,500/night

luxury₹4,000/night

Best time to visit

October – March

How to get here

Ahmedabad → Veraval

train · 8h

₹350

approx.

Junagadh → Somnath

bus · 1.5h

₹80

approx.

Nearby attractions

Bhalka TirthTriveni SangamPrabhas Patan MuseumGir National Park (50km)Diu (90km)