About Somnath Tourist Places List

About Somnath, the shrine eternal facing the blue expanse of Arabian Sea is said to be as old as creation.  Like a phoenix, it has risen seven times from ashes and depicts a sage of devotion and heroism.  The legendary temple is believed have been built by the Moon God ‘Soma’ and enshrines one of the 12 Jothirlingas.  The present temple structure was commissioned by Sardar Patel in 1950’s.

Bhalka Tirth

It is believed to the site where Lord Krishna was struck by a stray arrow of a Bhil hunter.  A reclining statue of the Lord marks the site where he breathed his last on the earth.

Dehosart at Triveni Ghat

It is believed to be the site of Krishna’s cremation.

Somnath Tour Information

Ahmedpur Mandvi & Diu (77km)

It is one of the finest beaches in the country.  Across Ahmedpur Mandvi is the delightful island of Diu, which can be reached by a ferry or a bridge.  The nearest airport is Keshod (140km) and railhead is at Una (12km).

Chorwad (30km)

This beautiful coastal town, 70km from Junagadh is the only ‘Palace Beach Resort’ in India. The summer palace of the Nawabs of Junagdh is now a luxurious resort.  The nearest airport is at Keshod (35km) and railhead at Veraval(25km).

Somnath City Distance Guide

Bhavnagar 240 Km
Bharuch 606 Km
Bhuj 431 Km
Dwarka 246 Km
Gandhi Nagar 448 Km
Jamnagar 253 Km
Junagadh 90 Km
Kandla 382 Km
Palitana 212 Km
Porbandar 124 Km
Rajkot 195 Km
Sasangir 45 Km
Ahmadabad 416 Km
Surat 689 Km
Vadodara 535 Km
Veraval 10 Km