Somnath is an ancient temple town located on the sea shore of Arabian sea. It is at a distance of 80 kms from Junagadh.
According to the legend, the conceited Moon, otherwise called Chandra became so arrogant that her father-in-law cursed her to fade away. She prayed to Lord Shiva who gave partial respite from the curse, so she disappears periodically.
The place is mainly known for the legendary shore temple of Somnath dedicated to Lord Shiva. As a result the place is called Somanth which means "Protector of Moon God". Other place of interest we have visited here is Gita Mandir and Lakshmi Narayan Mandir.
Places of interest nearby are:
According to the legend, the conceited Moon, otherwise called Chandra became so arrogant that her father-in-law cursed her to fade away. She prayed to Lord Shiva who gave partial respite from the curse, so she disappears periodically.
The place is mainly known for the legendary shore temple of Somnath dedicated to Lord Shiva. As a result the place is called Somanth which means "Protector of Moon God". Other place of interest we have visited here is Gita Mandir and Lakshmi Narayan Mandir.
Places of interest nearby are:
Amazing photos
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ReplyDeleteLovely place!
ReplyDeleteLove how the golden light shines on the buildings making them glow.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading the story of Chandra and looking at the different structures, It looks like you had a busy visit on this occasion. The temple is so pretty with its structural intricacies
ReplyDeleteSuch an interesting post and wonderful captures for the day, Rajesh!! Thank you, as always, for sharing!! I hope you and your family have a great new week!!
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ReplyDeleteEnjoyed the story of the moon.
ReplyDeleteIt looks more modern in design, or built later than the others you have shown previously?
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An interesting legend ..l I've heard the name Chandra before but did not know what it meant! Beautiful place ... I assume the loin was in a zoo?
ReplyDeleteWonderful old buildings - the first one especially is amazingly well kept.
ReplyDeleteInteresting legend there. Great place to visit. I hope I make there some day.
ReplyDeleteSo much great architecture to see in your world.
ReplyDeleteInteresting legend. Lovely photo
ReplyDeleteThe buildings are very colorful and the lions is magnificent
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, - I, too, love the lion.
ReplyDeleteLovely variety of shots and great presentation!
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artmusedog and carol
Great pics.
ReplyDeletenice photo's again... places i will propably never see with my own eyes
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pretty STRUCTURE
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Wonderful place, great architecture.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures
ReplyDeleteLooks like a pretty temple town! Nice photos over there
ReplyDeleteYour photos are always fascinating, Rajesh.
ReplyDeleteHope to see you at this week's Wordless Wednesday (on Tuesday):
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Perfect pictures
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