- Somnath is one of the
twelve Jyotirlinga temple.
- This lingas are self-manifested
(swayambhu). The Jyotirlinga Yatra begins with Somnath temple.
- It is one of the oldest
shrines of Lord Shiva. It is situated in Saurashtra region in the state of
Gujarat.
- This temple was destroyed
many times. The present structure of the temple was erected over five years and
completed in 1951.
- The main Shikra stands at
the height of 150 feet. The kalash weigh about 10 tonnes.
- This temple has references
in Rig Veda, Shiva Purana and Srimad Bhagavatam.
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