Ambaji Temple - Holy place of Gujarat

Today we are going to discuss about one of the best holy spots of India known as Ambaji town located in Banaskantha region, Gujarat. This place is famous for historical as well as holy values. This cultural spot is described in many mythological books of India. In this short note we will discuss about the Ambaji Town, its Geographical structure, Demographics, Climate, Temple, Gabber Hill, Shakti Peeth and nearby places of Ambaji. Travelers must refer this description before attaining to Ambaji as some valuable information is provided in this article about this spot.

Ambaji Town: It is a town in Danta taluk of Banaskantha region, Gujarat. Town is having historical and fabled connections for Hindus. Possessing mines producing finest marble and granite are other advantages of this place.

Geography: The altitude of Ambaji is 480 meters from sea level. Its around 1570 feet from the ground level surrounded with Araveli ranges. Basically the town is located on the border of Rajasthan and Gujarat.

Demographics: According to census survey done in 2001 the average population of town was 13,702 in which male’s ratio was 53 % and females ratio was 47 %. Literacy rate of town was 66 % and female educated ratio was higher compared to male population.

Climate: As the town is located on the border of two hot states of India so this place becomes so hot in summer. However, in winter it becomes chilled which means people are going to enjoy the weather as well as place properly in their holidays. Average temperature recorded in summer for Ambaji is between 26-46 °C.  Temperature in winter is range is between 10-36 °C. In Monsoon, rainfall average is 15-30 inches, though sometime heavy rainfall occurs.

Ambaji Temple: The famous temple of Mata Ambaji is located at Arasur town, Banaskantha region. Its elevation is 61 m that is equal to 200 feet. Millions of followers are visiting Ambaji temple each year. The temple is listed in big Shakti Peethas of India. This shkati peetha is located at only distance of 65 Kms from Palanpur and 45 Kms from Mount-Abu. Once visitors reach Ambaji they can attain to several others nearby tourist places.

Gabbar Hill: A beautiful spot just 5 km far from Ambaji Temple is available for travelers. This famous hill of Gabbar is positioned on the border Rajasthan and Gujarat. Vedic Saraswati River is flowing from this region and Arasur forest on hill is famous spot for voyagers. People can enjoy the ancient hill ranges of Aravalli at this place as well. This hill area is basically the spot where a dead body Devi Sati fell from the sky.

Places to visit closer Ambaji Town:

Kamakshi Mandir: Just 1 km far from Ambaji town is Kamaskhi temple located on Khedbrahma Highway. It is the place where religious facts are taught to the students of Shakti Sampraday.

Kailash Hill Sunset: People who love watching sunset can visit the Kailash Hill Sunset point that is also a picnic location. 1 ½ Km far from Ambaji temple comes on Khedbrahma Highway.

Koteshwar: also known as Koteshwar Mahadev temple is next closest destination of Ambaji. Only 8 km far from Ambaji town is the Origin place of River Saraswati. Shri Koteshwar Mahadev temple is major attraction at this place. Holy Kund is famous for dip, but the kund is closer to river so be careful when you take dip in it.

Other two big places near the town are Kumbhariya and Mansarovar. Both are holy places and having huge values in Indian religions. You must plan to attain both places so that you will not miss the Ambaji town and its closer famous spots.

How to reach Ambaji Town:
By Flight: Closest airport for Ambaji is Dabok Airport of Udaipur located at 95 km distance. The other big airport for Ambaji is Ahmadabad located at 146 km. Ahmadabad is the international airport so reaching the spot from abroad is not a problem now.

By Train: Train is the best mode of transport in India and for famous Indian tourist place Ambaji people can have the train from Abu Road, Jaipur, Ahmadabad, Udaipur and some more cities of India. Abu Road is just 18 km far from Ambaji and other closest railway station is Maval located at same 18 km distance.

By Road: Mount Abu is the best mode to reach Ambaji through road. State buses are available for Ambaji from Mount Abu, Abu road and some more cities of Rajasthan.

Wardha - Historical Place of Maharashtra

Destinations of India are special because of diverse features. Today we are going to discuss about the Wardha city of Maharashtra state, India. The city is named after Wardha River and foundation period is 1866. This small city is turned as important centre of cotton business. City is holding the historical values for India as it was linked to Gandhi revolution era of nation.

In early phase the city was under Maurya’s, Satavahana’s, Sunga’s and Vakataka’s Empires. You will get some big monuments in this region developed by best Rulers of state at their ruling period. However, some more rulers of different dynasties ruled the city as well. You will find the signs of Chalukyas, Yadavas, Rashtrakutas, Bahamani Sultanate, Gonds, Muslim king of Berar and Marathas.

Wardha city was having big important because of cotton trade so British rulers also captured the city and ruled for longer period. 1934 was the major period of revolution of the local people with British rulers. This is the reason Wardha is having good values in Indian history.

City was the part of Nagpur region till 1862, though after separation Wardha itself turned as big region of Maharashtra.

Attraction of Wardha:

Kelzar: Travelers will find countless places to visit in this city. Kelzar is first spot for voyagers famous for Vinayak’s (God Ganesh) shrine. You will find the finest statue of God Ganesh located in the temple. The statue was designed by the artist of Arya society in early 19^th century.

Vishwa Shanti Stupa: A place holds beauty is our next destination. Vishwa Shanti Stupa built in 1935 by Fuji guru of Japan. He came to Wardha to meet Mr. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi and wished to build a Stupa (place of prayer for Buddha Community) in Wardha.

Gitai Mandir: A temple known as Vinoba’s Gitai shrine is turned as best destination for voyagers. Vinoba Bhave interpreted the Bhagwat Gita to Gitai. The finest feature of this shrine is it is different than general temple because there is no ceiling and walls in the temple.

Gandhi Gyan Mandir: Another spot is public library located parallel to Bajajwadi.  Mahatma Gandhi was the big reader of books and he wrote many books as well. Good collection of books written by Gandhi ji is available in this temple.

Sewagram: Also known as Bapu Kuti is next spot for travelers. Gandhi ji came to Wardha in 1934. Big business man Mr. Jamnalalji Bajaj requested Gandhi ji to announce the Sewagram (free hospitality center) in this area. He offered the Segaon village for Ashram known as Bapu Kuti.

Paramdham Ashram: An ashram known as Paramdham is one more attraction of Wardha. Paramdham Ashram is located in Paunar Village founded by Shri Vinoba Bhave in 1934. Dham River is flowing from this region.

Bor Dam: If you like to spend time at Dam areas then visit Bor Dam located in Bori village, Selu. The distance of Dam and Wardha city is just 32 Kms. This dam is constructed on Bor River. Amazing gardens and picnic spots are important attractions of this place.

Hue-En-Sang Dhamma Camp and Stupa: attain to Bor Dam area and enjoy the Dhamma camp centre. Don’t forget to visit the Stupa as well because you will get a good mental piece as this place.

Garpit: A town of Karanja Tahasil is another spot closer to Wardha city housing dense forest at only distance of 64 Kms. Enjoy watching live animals in this forest but you have to be careful while entering in forest.

Girad: A finest location of Wardha region is Girad located at only gap of 59 KM. Visit tomb of Sheikh Fahrid baba in this area. Lord Rama temple is also famous of Girad area located closer to the tomb.

Dhaga: Wardha is having many villages in region and one of them is Dhaga located on hills of Satpuda ranges. Lord Shiva temple placed at 3 Km distance is also major attraction of town.

Magan Sangrahalaya: this is a museum inaugurated on 30^th Dec, 1938 by Gandhi Ji. Dr. J C Kumarappa developed this museum with huge collection of ancient period and Gandhi era.

RBPS (Rashtra Bhasha Prachar Samiti): A institution started in year 1936 is popular for President ship of Doctor Rajendra Prasad.

Laxmi Narayana Mandir: A Vishnu and Laxmi mata temple is our next spot in Wardha. The shrine is constructed in 1905 with marble interior. The reason behind opening this temple was to allow low caste people to pray their god. Jamnalal Ji opened this shrine in 19^th July, 1928 for lower caste citizens.

Bajaj Wadi, Ashti, Sonegaon, Kapshi, Koteshwar, Pothara, Pardi, Pohana, Mandgaon, Mahakali temple and Hinganghat are some more special destinations available in Wardha for voyagers.

Attaining to Wardha:

If you have decided to come to Wardha from Nagpur then you have to cover the distance of 77 kms, though Bhopal is 468 km away, Indore is 475 km away, Hyderabad is 499 km away and Pune is 687 km far.

By Rail: Wardha is properly linked by rail. Train is the easiest and cheapest mode of transport in India. Trains for Wardha are available from Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore and Nagpur.

By Air: The nearest domestic airbase for Wardha is Nagpur. Frequent flights for Nagpur are available from Mumbai. However Mumbai is international airport so abroad voyagers can plan their trip to this metro city.

By Bus: Maharashtra State Transport is having buses for Wardha from Nagpur, Chennai, Hyderabad and some more big cities of India.