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Dwarka Somnath Gir National Park Tour
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Duration: 05 Nights / 06 Days
Here are Some Frequently Asked Questions and Answers About the 12 Jyotirlingas:
Q: What are the 12 Jyotirlingas?
A: The 12 Jyotirlingas are considered to be the holiest shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva in Hinduism. They are spread across different parts of India and are revered by millions of devotees. The names of the 12 Jyotirlingas are:
Somnath in Prabhas Patan, near Veraval in Saurashtra, Gujarat
Mallikarjuna in Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh
Mahakaleshwar in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
Omkareshwar in Mandhata Island, Khandwa district, Madhya Pradesh
Kedarnath in Kedarnath, Uttarakhand
Bhimashankar in Pune, Maharashtra
Kashi Vishwanath in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Trimbakeshwar in Trimbak, near Nashik, Maharashtra
Vaidyanath in Deoghar, Jharkhand
Nageshwar in Dwarka, Gujarat
Ramanathaswamy in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu
Grishneshwar in Ellora, near Aurangabad, Maharashtra
Q: What is the significance of the Jyotirlingas?
A: The Jyotirlingas are considered to be manifestations of Lord Shiva's divine and infinite light (Jyoti). Pilgrimage to these shrines is believed to be highly auspicious and is believed to cleanse devotees of their sins, grant blessings, and bestow spiritual liberation (moksha).
Q: Can anyone visit the Jyotirlingas?
A: Yes, the Jyotirlingas are open to people of all genders and religions. Devotees from around the world visit these holy shrines to seek blessings and offer prayers to Lord Shiva.
Q: Can the Jyotirlingas be visited in a single trip?
A: Visiting all the 12 Jyotirlingas in a single trip can be a challenging and time-consuming task, as they are spread across different states in India. It typically requires careful planning, significant time, and logistical arrangements. Many devotees undertake multiple trips to visit these shrines.
Q: Are there specific rituals to be followed while visiting the Jyotirlingas?
A: While there are no strict rituals, it is customary to perform abhishekam (ritualistic bathing) of the Jyotirlinga with water, milk, ghee, honey, and other sacred substances. Devotees offer prayers, perform aarti, and chant mantras to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.
Q: When is the best time to visit the Jyotirlingas?
A: The best time to visit the Jyotirlingas varies depending on the location. Many of these temples experience significant pilgrim traffic during festivals and auspicious occasions associated with Lord Shiva, such as Mah.
Q: Are there any specific order or sequence to visit the Jyotirlingas?
A: There is no fixed order or sequence to visit the Jyotirlingas. Devotees can visit them in any order based on their convenience and travel plans.
Q: Is there any specific dress code to follow while visiting the Jyotirlingas?
A: While there is no strict dress code, it is advisable to dress modestly and respectfully while visiting any religious site. It is recommended to wear traditional attire and cover your shoulders and legs as a sign of respect.
Q: Can the Jyotirlingas be visited throughout the year?
A: Yes, most of the Jyotirlingas can be visited throughout the year. However, it's important to check for any specific temple timings, rituals, or temporary closures due to festivals or maintenance activities before planning your visit.
Q: Are there any nearby attractions or places of interest near the Jyotirlingas?
A: Many of the Jyotirlingas are located in places that have additional attractions and places of interest nearby. For example, near Rameshwaram (Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga), you can visit the Rameshwaram Temple, Dhanushkodi Beach, and other historical sites. Similarly, near Varanasi (Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga), you can explore the Ganges River, Sarnath, and various temples.
Q: Are there any specific rituals or ceremonies associated with the Jyotirlingas?
A: Each Jyotirlinga has its own unique rituals and ceremonies that are performed by the temple priests and devotees. These rituals often include abhishekam (ritualistic bathing), aarti (ceremonial worship with lamps), and special prayers dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Tour Itinerary
Day 01: Ahmedabad-Jamnagar
(Distance from Ahmedabad - Jamnagar 310 Km / Approx 5 Hours)
Arrival at Ahmedabad. Meet to greet and drive to Jamnagar, visit of Bala hanuman temple - bala hanuman temple is a pilgrim place venerated by the devotees of lord ram. It is a world famous temple, known for the continuous chanting of jai ram, shri ram. The chanting is going on since 1964 and has found a place for it in the Guinness book of world records. People chant the name of the lord in shifts, 24 hours a day. O/n stay at Jamnagar.
Day 02: Jamnagar-Bet Dwarka - Dwarka (190 kms. / Approx 4 Hrs)
Morning proceed for dwarka. Visit bet dwarka & nageshwar jyotirling.
Bet Dwarka also known as bet shankhoddar, bet Dwarka is only 5 kms from okha junction in sea and okha is 30 kms from Dwarka. It is said to be the place where lord Krishna lived with his family when the ruled at dwarka. It is also the place where Vishnu slew the demon shankhasura. Visitors make it a point to visit the Krishna temple at this site which holds much of interest to be seen and experienced. Nageswar Mahadev the puranas mention 12 jyotirlingas or columns of light representing lord shiva, who manifested himself in that form in different parts of India. This shiva shrine near Dwarka is one of these and is there- fore accorded great respect. Rukmani temple – temple of lord Krishna’s wife. Evening attend aarti at Dwarkadhish temple. O/n stay at dwarka.
Day 03: Dwarka-Porbandar-Somnath
(Distance from Dwarka - Somnath 230 Km /Approx 4 Hours)
Morning procced to porabandar, visit of kirti temple known as house & born place of mahatma gandhi. In back side house of kasturba wife of gandhi. Also visit of gandhi museum, study room of mahatma gandhi in the kirti temple. Later visit of sudama temple & continue procced to somnath, evening aarti darshan at somnath temple - a lord shiva temple known as jyotirling built by moon god. Enjoy lighting and sounding show. O/n stay at somnath.
Day 04: Somnath-Sasangir- Junagadh
(Distance from Somnath- Junagadh 110 /Approx 2.5 Hours)
After breakfast, departure to Sasangir (50 kms) and visit Sasangir safari park. Later proceed for local sightseeing Fort, Giranar Hills at Junagadh (60 kms.).
Check into Hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 05: Junagadh-Gondal-Ahmedabad
(Distance from Junagadh - Ahmedabad 325 kms. / 7 hrs.)
After breakfast, Departure to Ahmedabad Enroute Gondal Visit Naulakha palace and the famous Temple of Swaminarayan and arrive Ahmedabad. Overnight stay.
Day 06: Ahmedabad
After b/f visit Akshardham temple - Akshardham is situated in the capital city of Gandhinagar, which lies near Ahmedabad. The magnificent temple is dedicated to lord Swaminarayan. It was constructed on the directions of Pramukh swami Maharaj, the spiritual leader of baps sanstha. The complex of this temple is the largest in Gujarat. Akshardham temple was inaugurated in the year 1992 and has become a major tourist attraction in India, during the last decade. It has a sprawling 23 acre area and is chiseled out in pink sandstone. Visit science city. The Svetambara temple hatheesing temple was built outside delhi gate in 1850 by a rich Jain merchant sheth hatheesing. This is the best known of Ahmedabad’s many ornate jain temples. It is dedicated to dharamnath, the fifteenth tirthankar whose status stand in the main sanctuary built by pure marble profusely decorated with rich carving, gandhi ashram the beautiful ashram complex of Ahmedabad, with shady trees populated by thousands of parameters, beaters, sunbirds, squirells, offers a refuge from the loud streets of the city and is one of the foremost tourist attraction of Ahmedabad. This ashram was Gandhi’s headquarters during the long struggle for indian independence. His ashram was founded in 1915 and still makes handicrafts, handmade paper and spinning wheels. This ashram is open from 8.30 am to 6.30 pm.
Evening transfer to Ahmedabad airport fly for Delhi.
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