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Somnath

Somnath a place with all religious values is available for voyagers. This proudly  Gujarat  holy place dedicated to God Shiva. Somnath shrine is added to the 12 respected Jyotirlingas of World. Because of Somnath Temple the city is also recognized as Somnath City located in  Gujarat ,  India. In early ages the place was recognized as Prabhas Patan. Somnath is mythological, historical and religious place particularly for Hindu followers. Town is also mentioned in Myths and Puranas including Mahabharata. Sources say Somnath is the place where Soma (Moon) adored God Shiva. Different Hindu myth states that Lord Krishna got shot by arrow in thumb in Somnath. Somnath town is located in southwest Arabian shore in Sourashtra. Voyagers can enjoy the serene beach in Somnath as well. Hindu’s holy Saraswati River flows into sea ending the Somnath town. Few key spots of Somnath are Somnath Museum,  Junagadh  Gate, Somnath B...