Sacred Saurashtra · Western Coast, Gujarat

Somnath

Somnath · Dwarka · Gir · Junagadh · Diu

Your trusted travel guide for the holiest pilgrimage circuit on the western coast, Gujarat — with darshan timings, aarti schedules, travel routes, and curated stay guides.

Today at Somnath Temple
Temple Status
🟢 Open Now
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Next Aarti
Sandhya Aarti · 7:00 PM
Light & Sound Show
7:45 PM Daily
Best Season
Oct – Mar
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Explore Saurashtra

Five sacred destinations, one ancient land

From the first Jyotirlinga at Somnath to the Asiatic lions of Gir — plan your pilgrimage with local insight.

1st Jyotirlinga · Sacred

Somnath

The external Jyotirlinga, standing where the Arabian Sea meets ancient devotion. Home to the temple that was destroyed and rebuilt twelve times.

Char Dham · Sacred

Dwarka​

The Ancient Kingdom of Lord Krishna, one of India’s four sacred dhams.

Heritage · Pilgrimage

Junagadh

Ancient city of Girnar, Narsinh Mehta’s Birthplace and Uparkot Fort.

Wildlife · Nature

Gir

Last refuge of  the Asiatic lion , kesar mangoes, and forest trails.

Beaches · Heritage

Diu​

Quiet Portuguese coastline, colonial forts, and untouched beaches.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

Ready-made pilgrimage circuits

12 pre-planned routes — from a single day at Somnath to the full 7-day Saurashtra circuit. Pick one and go.

1

day

Somnath Darshan

Darshan. aarti, and the evening Light & Sound Show. Perfect for a day from Veraval or near by towns.

2

days

Somnath Immersion

Two full days – all three aartis, the shore temple, Bhalka Tirth and the Light & Sound Show at night.

2

days

Dwarka Darshan

Dwarkadhish Temple, the Gomti Ghat & the Ferry to Bet Dwarka – A Complete Krishna pilgrimage.

3

days

Somnath + Dwarka

Shiva & Krishna in one trip. The two most sacred sites of Saurashtra, covered at a comfortable pace.

3

days

Somnath + Diu

Temple darshan followed by Diu’s peaceful beaches and colonial forts. Ideal for families wanting a relaxed trip.

2

days

Gir Safari

Two morning safaris in Gir National Park – the last home of the Asiatic lion. Ideal add-on or standalone trip.

4

days

Somnath+Dwarka Extended

The classic pilgrimage circuit with an extra day to explore Nageshwar Jyotirlinga

4

days

Somnath + Dwarka+Gir

Faith ,history & wildlife in four days – the most popular circuit for first time Saurashtra visitors.

5

days

Somnath+Gir+Junagadh+Dwarka

A relaxed 5-day version – more time at each stop, Girnar hills included, & no rushing between cities.

6

days

All Four Place

All the major spiritual & natural highlights of Saurashtra – paced comfortably over 6 days.

7

days

Complete Saurashtra

Every destination – temples , wildlife, heritage & beaches. The definitive Saurashtra experience for a full week.

Honest insights from the ground

Best Time to Visit Somnath

Best Time to Visit Somnath

Quick Travel Tip​ Avoid visiting Somnath during peak summer months (May to mid-June), especially if you are travelling with senior citizens or young children. The…
Somnath is More Than Just Darshan

Somnath is More Than Just Darshan

💡 Quick Travel Tip Plan at least two nights in Somnath — one night is simply not enough to experience both the morning and evening…