Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Eklingji - Temple of Lord Shiva Near Udaipur, Rajasthan

The temple of Eklingji is one such famous historical spot of Rajput times, situated 30 kms from Udaipur and 300 kms fom Ahmadabad. There is a lot of historical importance of this ancient temple of Lord Shiva. You can easily reach this famous temple by road either from Udaipur or Ahmadabad. There are regular buses plying from both these destinations as well as from all large cities of Rajasthan. However, generally such buses are running overcrowded and the better option to reach this Eklingji temple is by hired car or taxi, which is easily available from all cities of Rajasthan and Gujarat. This temple is said to be around 2000 years old. All the Rajput kings starting from King Udaising, who constructed this temple in twelfth century, have been regularly visiting this temple to pray. The statue/lingam of Lord Shiva here is having four faces. This is the most unique feature of this temple. The famous Rajput king Maharana Pratap was the most frequent visitor of this temple. Even today, the temple appears to be gorgeous and royal due to its spacious layout, and the most beautiful scenarios near and around this temple. The regular morning and evening arti rituals are really worth attending.

Vaishnodevi - A holy place in Jammu & Kashmir

Vaishnodevi temple is located at a place called Katra, around 58 kms away from Jammu. Jammu can be easily reached by train from all over the country. It has also an airport. You can reach directly here by air from Delhi. Jammu airport is around 8 kms away from the city. You can also reach Jammu by road, as it is situated on national highway number 14. There is a fully fledged enquiry counter for all the tourists at Jammu railway station and also at the air port. The buses for katra start from Jammu bus station. There are all types of hotels available for stay at Jammu ranging from Rs. 50 to Rs. 3000 per day.  

You have to start your journey by getting yatra slip from Registration counter located at bus stand, Katra.


Katra is the base village for starting your climb to the famous temple of Vaishno Devi. There is an uphill walk of around 13 kms from Katra to the main temple. This temple is located at 5300 feet height on the mountain Trikut. The walkway is recently made new and hence, it is quite comfortable to climb to the temple. The ponies, dolies and helicopters are also available for the people who cannot walk this distance. The temple of Adi Kumari comes at the half way. It has been said in Hindu Shastras that the Vaishno Devi was originally produced here. All the pilgrims perform puja of Kumari Mata at this place with lot of faith.


The water spring named as "Banganga" flows through this cave at the holy legs of Mataji. As soon as you pass through this cave, you will enter the temple of Vaishno Devi. There are pindies of

Nareshwar - Saint Rang Avadhut Ashram, Near Vadodara, Gujarat


This is a one-day's outing or a picnic place near vadodara where you can enjoy with family and friends. This is a beautiful spot which is situated on the bank of the holy River Narmada. Nareshwar is around 56 kms from the Vadodara and 125 kms from the Surat. Thus, it is very easy to reach this picnic spot from major cities and towns of Gujarat State by State Transport buses or the private car or vehicles. You can turn right from

Padam Dungari - An Eco Tourism center, Near Surat, Gujarat

Padamdungari is an Eco Campsite located at about 30 km from Vyara town, and 8 km from Unai village. It is situated amongst the Sahyadri ranges, by the river Ambica. The scenic site has deep, dense, multi-storied forests, genetic diversity, rocky, undulating, & enriched landscapes. You have to turn left
 
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