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The spiritual fabric of Gujarat is made of different patterns, textures and hues. Hinduism is the main religion that continues to pulsate throughout the state since the Vedic times. Nevertheless, other religions also have a long history related to Gujarat. The sacred land abodes oodles of shrines that drench tourists in every bit of spirituality. Each and every shrine of Gujarat is unique and has a story to tell.
Ornately carved temples like Somnath and Dwarkadheesh temples are important Hindu pilgrimage shrines. Jama Masjid and Sidi Saiyyed Mosque are the evidence of the monumental heights Islamic architecture has attained in Gujarat. The state is home to numerous sites that have utmost significance for Parsis and Sikhs with their place of worship in Udwada and Lakhpat respectively. In Sikhism context, it is also said that Guru Nanak visited many regions in Gujarat, establishing Sangats wherever he went. Churches too found a vernacular expression in the state at the time when colonization entered India. Palitana, a pilgrimage site of Jain dharma, is an incredible hilltop sea of temples, built over 900 years. Such grand is the religious diversity of Gujarat.
There are many colourful and vivid shrines in Gujarat. People who are spiritual at heart and want to unravel the peaceful time should go for a pilgrimage tour to Gujarat.
Schedule
Day 1: Ahmedabad – Jamnagar - Dwarka (450km/8hrs)
Today, proceed to Dwarka. EnRoute visit Jamnagar on arrival visit Lakota Lake & Lakota Museum. In the evening, visit Bala Hanuman Temple known for its nonstop Ramdhun since 1956 and it mentioned in Guinness Book of World Records. Continue drive to Dwarka visit Dwarkadeesh Temple. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2: Dwarka – Bet Dwarka – Dwarka (100km/3hrs)
Today, Morning after breakfast visit Dwarkadeesh Temple. Take a holy dip in Gomti river, later leave to visit Nageshwar Jyotirling, Gopi Talav, Bet Dwarka, and on way back do visit Rukmani Temple, evening visit other temples on coastal area, attend evening aarti at Dwarkadhish temple. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 3: Dwarka – Porbandar - Somnath (250km/ 5hrs)
In the morning depart to Porbandar (75km/1.5hrs) at Porbandar visit Kirti Mandir – the place where Gandhiji was born. Later proceed to Somnath (130km/2.5hrs) on arrival visit Bhalka Tirth, Triveni Ghat & Somnath Temple. In the evening attend Aarti and After that enjoy light and Sound show. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4: Somnath – Virpur – Gondal – Ahmedabad (400km/8hrs)
Today, proceed to Ahmedabad. Enroute visit Jalaram Temple at Virpur and Swaminarayan temple, Navlakha Palace and Vintage Car Museum at Gondal. In the late evening arrive at Ahmedabad. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5: Ahmedabad City Tour & Drop.
Today, We Take a Special City Tour of Ahmedabad visit Akshardham temple, Adalaj Stepwell and Gandhi Ashram. Drop at Railway station or Airport With lots of good memories.