More About Somnath Jyotirlinga?

The mythology of Somnath Temple is tied to the story of the Moon (Som) and the 27 daughters of Daksha Prajapati. Moon, who was married to all 27 daughters, showed special affection for his wife, Rohini, causing the other 26 wives to feel neglected. They complained to their father, Daksha, who, saddened by their plight, cursed Moon to gradually lose his brilliance. To atone for this curse, Moon went to the Prabhas coast in Gujarat, established a Shivalinga, and performed severe penance for Lord Shiva. Pleased with his devotion, Shiva appeared and freed Moon from the curse, granting him immortality. Lord Shiva also blessed Moon to wax and wane every 15 days, and from that day, Shiva came to be known as "Somnath," meaning "Lord of the Moon." The Shivling Moon had established was then worshiped as Somnath Jyotirlinga, marking the temple's sacred significance.

How to Reach Somnath Jyotirlinga?

• By Air Nearest airport is Keshod (56 km); Ahmedabad Airport (400 km) offers better connectivity. Taxis available.
• By Train Somnath Railway Station (1 km from the temple) connects to major cities like Ahmedabad and Mumbai.
• By Road Regular GSRTC buses and smooth highways connect Somnath to cities like Ahmedabad, Rajkot, and Veraval.
• Local Transport Use taxis, auto-rickshaws, or walk from nearby accommodations.

Somnath Jyotirlinga Services

At Somnath Temple, different types of darshan options are available for devotees, including Sparsh Darshan, VIP Darshan, and Special Darshan. Here’s a breakdown of these options and their associated ticket prices:

VIP Darshan and Special Darshan prices may be getting changing according to the occasion and events. 

Additional Information

• Online Booking Darshan tickets can be booked online via the official Somnath Temple website to avoid queues, especially during peak seasons.
• Payment Options The temple accepts various payment methods for purchasing tickets, including cash and digital payments.

Important Note

Prices and availability may change, so it’s recommended to check the official Somnath Temple website or contact the temple office directly for the most accurate and updated information regarding darshan options and ticket prices.

Somnath Jyotirlinga Aarti Timings

Aarti Timings at Somnath Temple

1. Morning Aarti (Mangala Aarti) 5:30 AM - 6:00 AM
2. Noon Aarti (Dhoop Aarti) 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
3. Evening Aarti (Sandhya Aarti) 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Tourist Places

• Prabhas Patan
• Somnath Beach
• Bhalka Tirth
• Gita Mandir
• Dehotsarg Tirth
• Veraval
• Junagadh
• Dwarka
• Porbandar

Local Food Speciality of Somnath Jyotirlinga 

Basically all the Gujarati Food Items Like

• Dhokla
• Khandvi
• Thepla
• Fafda
• Undhiyu