"Visit a revered site of spiritual significance."
Constructed in a beautiful Rajput style of architecture, Maa Ashapura Temple is a famous Hindu temple in the Indian state of Gujarat. It was built in the 14th century under the reign of the Jadeja Rajput dynasty. It enshrines Goddess Ashapura, an incarnation of Goddess Annapoorna. Even today, many people in Gujarat worship her as their Kuldevi or the patron goddess. It is visited on a huge scale by the locals and tourists.
It Is Known For:-
1) Maa Ashapura Temple is a major Hindu temple in the Indian state of Gujarat. It was built in the 14th century by the Jadeja Rajputs.
2) Maa Ashapura was worshiped by the Jadeja Rajputs as their patron goddess. Today, many people worship her as their patron goddess, especially in the region of Kutch.
3) Apart from Jadeja Rajputs, the communities like the Brahmin, Sindhi, Chauhan, and Vaishya also worship her as their patron deity.
4) Her evoked idol is placed in the sanctum of the shrine and has 7 pairs of eyes. The aarti takes place twice a day that is attended by the numerous devotees.
5) Navaratri, a major Hindu festival, is celebrated here with a great pomp.
Best Time To Visit:-
Maa Ashapura Temple is a famous shrine and attracts numerous pilgrims from different parts of Gujarat. Though it is visited on a daily basis, the best time for witnessing the divine ambiance is during Navaratri. The whole temple is bedecked in an exquisite manner and hundreds of devotees pay their respects to Goddess Ashapura.
Watch Out!
People claim that Goddess Ashapura visits the temple during Navaratri. It is said that the vivacious roar of her lion can be heard in the wee hours of Navaratri season. Also, the hair from lion’s mane is found inside the temple premises on this occasion. You should visit the place yourself to know more about this.
Reaching There:-
Kutch is a city that has a well-established connection to the major highways, airways, and railways. Such connectivity makes it feasible for the visitors to reach the city from anywhere in Gujarat. The express trains, flights, and state-run buses ply in plentitude. Commuting within Kutch can be done via local transit.
Nearest Railway Station:- Bhuj Railway Station
Nearest Airport:- Bhuj Airport
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