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Panch Pandav Gufa

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4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • Distance from near by city 5.5 KMs From Somnath
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)30 Minutes
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • Travel Tips None

The Panch Pandav Gufa is a is close to Triveni Sangam Ghat in Somnath. The Gufa has a lot of importance, and people go there to pray. The Pandav gufa is an interesting place to visit in Somnath.

The entrance of the cave is small, and it is not easy to go inside. The steps are also difficult. Kids can easily go through the steps, but adults need to band and walk safely. The steps are steep and very small, making it difficult to walk. However, during the Somnath tour package, the Gufa is still worth exploring. 

The Panch Pandav Gufa is a hidden gem in the Somnath. The gufa is very important in history and Hindu mythology. The gufa, for sure, will remind you of the epic story of the Pandavas, Mahabharat.  

History

The late Baba Narayandas found the Panch Pandav Gufa in Somnath in 1949. The Pandav Gufa is also famous as Hinglaj Mata Mandir. According to mythology, Pandavas were in this gufa during the exile and worshipped Maa Hinglaj.

The temple where Pandavas used to pray is inside the temple. Tourists can see the idols of Lord Shiva, Sita, Ram, Laxman, Goddess Durga and Lord Hanuman as well. Many people visit the temple because of its beauty. It also provides calmness and spiritual peace to the devotees.   

The best time to visit

Winter is considered the most fantastic time to visit Somnath due to the moderate and lovely weather. When we visit Panch Pandav Gufa, we can connect with our rich cultural history and feel like we're living in a time that no longer exists.

Suppose you are interested in history or want to learn more about spirituality. In that case, Panch Pandav Gufa is an event that will stay with you forever. You go back in time and connect with the essence of our ancient society on a journey that is both physical and spiritual.

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