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Malnath Shiva Temple is one of the key tourist sites situated on the outskirts of Bhavnagar. It is an ancient temple that is bordered by the beautiful small hills and enshrines Lord Shiva in the form of Shivalinga. This temple was built in the ancient times and is said to be built during post-independence era. It never fails to attract the tourists and devotees from different parts of Gujarat on an extensive scale.
Why Is It Famous?
Malnath Shiva Temple is a spectacular Hindu shrine and is famous due to its location. It is located at a hill that makes it a unique attraction in the region of Bhavnagar. The temple is beautifully built in the traditional Gujarati architecture and houses a rock-carved Shivalinga in the sanctum. It is worshiped by the devotees on a daily basis. The idols of the other Hindu religious figurines like Goddess Durga, Lord Ganesha, Lord Krishna, Lord Hanuman etc. are also located inside this temple.
Best Time To Visit:-
No one requires a special date for paying a casual visit to Malnath Shiva Temple. It is a holy shrine and is visited daily by the locals and tourists, especially on Mondays and sacred event of Maha Shivaratri.
On the occasion of Maha Shivaratri, the devotees start visiting the shrine in the early morning and perform the abhisheka from the Panchamrit. Special prayers are conducted and Prasad is also distributed among everyone.
Watch Out!
When you visit the holy temple of Malnath Mahadeva, as told by the locals, you shouldn’t be carrying any leather item, alcohol/cigarettes, non-vegetarian items, and ammo. These items aren’t permitted inside the temple as they are impure.
Reaching There:-
The district of Bhavnagar has a well-established connection to the roadways, railways, and airways. Due to such connectivity, the state-run buses, express trains, and flights are available from different cities of Gujarat. Traveling within Bhavnagar is usually done via local transit.
Nearest Railway Station:- Bhavnagar Terminus Railway Station
Nearest Airport:- Bhavnagar Airport
