Ambaji Temple is a popular pilgrimage spot in Gujarat as it is one of the major Shakti Peeth of India. It is believed that Ambe Maa’s heart is housed here! It is situated at the border of Rajasthan and Gujarat; just 185 km from Ahmedabad and 45 km from Mount Abu. Hence, a common place for devotees of these states to flock to this temple to seek blessings. And now, you can visit all the Shakti Peethas of India at this place in Gujarat as that’s where they all are now!
Gujarat’s Ambaji Temple Is A Major Shakti Peeth Of India
Ambaji Temple in Gujarat is more than 1200 years old and is known to be the place where Goddess Sati’s heart fell. So, it became one of the major Shakti Peeth of India. The temple has intricately carved milky white marble exteriors which are sourced from Arasur mines. You will be mesmerised by the intricately carved creations of the marble.
Another interesting fact about Ambaji Temple is that the beautiful and majestic gold-plated kalash is mounted on the temple’s top. It is at a height of 103 ft and weighs about three tonnes! The Kalash has the sacred flag of Ambe Maa along with its Trishul. It is believed that whatever you wish for at this temple is bound to come true!
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Every year during February, ‘51 Shaktipeeth Parikrama Mahotsav’ is celebrated. It is a five-day festival arranged by the Yatradham Vikas Board. It has aartis, light and sound show and more. After visiting this temple, people make their way to Gabbar Parvat; read on to know why.
Gabbar Parvat, Near This Temple, Has 51 Shakti Peethas!
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Gabbar Parvat is another popular location that devotees cover when they visit the Ambaji Temple in Gujarat. The distance is just a 5-minute drive from the temple. It is known to have the eternal flame of Ambe Maa. But that’s not all!
You can now worship all of the 51 Shakti Peethas of India at this place! All of them have been replicated and presented for darshan. Isn’t that a great and unique addition near Ambaji Temple? To witness all of the 51 Shakti Peethas of India here, you’ve got to do a little workout.
You have to take 999 stairs! But if you can’t, there is a ropeway service, so don’t worry. It will take you around three hours to complete the darshan of all 51 Shakti Peethas so make sure to plan your trip with enough time to cover them all!
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So, do not miss this great opportunity when you are near Ambaji in Gujarat. Jai Maa Ambe!
Where: Ta. Danta, Dist.B.K, Khodiyar Chowk, Ambaji, Gujarat
Timings: 8 AM–11:30 AM, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM, 7:30 PM – 9 PM
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First Published: March 11, 2024 12:05 PM