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The Somnath temple located in Prabhas Patan near Veraval in Saurashtra on the western coast of Gujarat, is believed to be the first among the twelve jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. It is an important pilgrimage and tourist spot of Gujarat.

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The site of Somnath has been a pilgrimage site from ancient times on account of being a Triveni Sangam (the confluence of three rivers: Kapila, Hiran and Saraswati). Soma, the Moon god (Chandradeva), is believed to have lost his lustre due to a curse, and he bathed in the Sarasvati River at this site to regain it. The result is said to be the waxing and waning of the moon. The name of the town, Prabhas, meaning lustre, as well as the alternative names Someshvar and Somnath ("the lord of the moon" or "the moon god"), arise from this tradition.

The name Someshvara begins to appear starting in the 9th century, which suggests an association with Lord Shiva. The Gurjara-Pratihara king Nagabhata II (805–833) recorded that he has visited tirthas in Saurashtra, including Someshvara. Romila Thapar states that this may or may not be a reference to a Shiva temple because the town itself was known by that name.The Chaulukya (Solanki) king Mularaja possibly built the first temple at the site sometime before 997 CE, even though some historians believe that he may have renovated a smaller earlier temple.

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One of the most beautiful temples in India. Situated in Gujarat, this temple is situated right next to the Arabian sea. A scenic beauty, this temple hosts Lord Shiva in all his glory.

One of those holy places which will cut you from the real world issues and will take you closer to the almighty!
First Jyotirling of the world and have an amazing story attached with it.

This is such a beautiful and peaceful place to be in.... The temple is very well maintained and built... The architecture of the temple is so beautiful.... Also,  the temple is located beside the sea having spectacular views...visiting Somnath temple was a good experience

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By air:

The nearest airport to reach Somnath is located in Diu, which is nearly 65 km away. It’s not a typical commercial airport but a civilian aerodrome serving bordering regions of the state, such as Veraval and Jafrabad. You will find regular taxis and commuter buses, which you can opt to reach Somnath. Besides, Sardar Vallabhai Patel Airport in Ahmedabad is the closest international airport.

By road:

Somnath is well-connected by buses to nearby cities as multiple options are available. Luxury buses, non-AC and AC buses are available, which you can opt as per your budget. Air-conditioned buses from Diu to Somnath costs less than INR 500 per person. In addition, regular private buses run on a daily basis from cities like Rajkot, Porbandar and Ahmedabad.

By train:

Veraval Railway Station is the closest railway station to Somnath which is barely 5 km away. This railway station is well linked to major Indian cities including Mumbai and Ahmedabad. A number of trains run on these routes on a daily basis. From the railway station, you can hire a taxi or cab to reach Somnath.

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It is located , Veraval in Gujarat, India.

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The Somnath temple, also called Somanātha temple or Deo Patan, is located in Prabhas Patan, Veraval in Gujarat, India. One of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for the Hindus, they believe it to be the first among the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. Reconstructed several times in the past after repeated destruction by several Muslim invaders and rulers,it is unclear when the first version of the Somnath temple was built. Estimates for the first Somnath temple vary between the early centuries of the 1st-millennium to about the 9th-century CE.The temple's history is a subject of disputes and remains controversial.