Location: 79 kms. from Junagadh
Famous for: One of the most sacred Shiva Shrines

Situated 79 Kms. from Junagadh and 25 Kms. from Chorwad, the legendary Shore temple of Somnath is one of the twelve most sacred Shiva Shrines in India. According to the legend, Somnath is as old as creation, built by none other than the Moon God himself. Somnath was destroyed and rebuilt several times. Mehmud of Gazni having heard of its fabulous treasure, raided it in 1026 and carried away camel - loads of jewels and gold.

How to get there :

Air : The nearest airport is a Keshod, 47 Kms. which is connected with Bombay.

Rail : Veraval, 5 Kms. is a railway station.

Road : State transport buses and private luxury coaches connects various centres of Gujarat.