Overview
The Kashtabhanjan Hanuman Mandir in Salangpur, Gujarat, is a renowned temple of the Swaminarayan Sampraday. Known for its powerful rituals and healing prayers, it attracts large crowds—especially on Saturdays—believe that praying here helps remove obstacles, evil spirits, and mental distress.
Itinerary
Morning arrival at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD), also known as Ahmedabad Airport, and completing all customs procedures, please proceeds to the exit gate. You will be met and greeted by a Greenlimon Holidays representative.
Later drive to Hanuman Temple, Salangpur approx. 140 Kms / 3 Hours —also known as Shree Kashtabhanjan Dev Hanumanji Temple—is a renowned Hindu temple in Sarangpur, Gujarat. “Kashtabhanjan” means “Crusher of Sorrows.”
It is one of the prominent shrines of the Swaminarayan Sampraday. The image of Hanuman was installed by Sadguru Gopalanand Swami on Ashwini Vadi Pancham, Samvat 1905 (as per the Hindu calendar).
The idol is believed to be so powerful that a mere glance at it by those affected by evil spirits is said to drive the spirits away. The Salangpur Hanuman Temple can get crowded, especially on Saturdays, with long waits at the gate.
The temple is spacious, and the idol of Lord Hanuman is impressive. Don’t forget to collect holy water from the well. Temple hours are 6 AM–12 PM and 3 PM–9 PM daily.
After ritual drive to Bhavnagar 82 Km / 1:30 Hours
Overnight stay at Bhavnagar
Morning visit Nishkalank Mahadev Temple – Located at Koliyak Beach, about 25 km from Bhavnagar. This unique Hindu temple becomes accessible only during low tide, and devotees walk barefoot from the shore to the temple. A famous fair known as Bhadarvi Mela is held here on the new moon night in the month of Shravan.
Nishkalank Mahadev Temple Darshan Timings:
There is no fixed timetable for darshan. However, the ideal time is generally between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM, when the tide is low and the temple can be reached on foot.
Note: It is Mandatory to check the tide timings before visiting the temple
Later drive Somnath 270 Kms/approx. 5:30 Hours , one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Hindus, believed to be the first among the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva.
Upon arrival in Somnath, check in to the hotel.
- Temple Timings: 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Aarti Timings: 7:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 7:00 PM
In the evening, attend the Aarti and then watch “Jay Somnath” Sound and Light Show : 7:45 PM at the temple. Overnight stay at the hotel
Morning visit Shree Somnath Mahadev Temple, the first of the Aadi Jyotirlingas. Later proceed to the pilgrimage site of Bhalka Tirth—the sacred spot where Lord Krishna was mistakenly shot by an arrow.
Next, visit Dehotsarg Teerth, the place where Lord Krishna’s elder brother, Balarama, took his final journey. Then, explore the Suraj Mandir (Sun Temple), dedicated to the Sun God, followed by a visit to Kamnath Mahadev Temple, located near the Triveni Sangam—a holy confluence of three rivers: Hiran, Kapila, and Saraswati.
Later Drive to Dwarka (approximately 5hours —The land of Lord Krishna. Along the way, enjoy scenic views along the coastal highway.
En route, visit Harsiddhi Mataji Temple and Mul Dwarka Temple
stop at the Sudama Temple—the only temple in the world dedicated to Sudama, a close friend of Lord Krishna and Porbandar to visit Kirti Mandir, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi
Upon arrival in Dwarka , check in to the hotel.
In the evening, attend the aarti at the Dwarkadhish Temple. The temple opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 9:30 PM
Dwarkadhish Temple Aarti Timings:
| Darshan | Timing |
| Mangala Aarti | 08:00 – 08:30 AM |
| Shringar | 10:30 – 11:00 AM |
| Rajbhog Aarti | 12:00 – 01:00 PM |
| Uthappan | 04:00 – 04:30 PM |
| Sandhya Aarti | 05:30 – 06:00 PM |
Dinner and an overnight stay at Hotel
In the morning, take a holy dip in the Gomti River before proceeding to the renowned Shree Dwarkadhish Temple, also known as the Jagat Mandir—a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna.The temple opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 9:30 PM.
Later, visit the sacred Shri Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, The temple opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 9:30 PMone of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva.
Continue to Gopi Talav, a small and serene pond believed to be the place where the Gopis (cowherds) of Vrindavan reunited with Lord Krishna for their final dance and merged with the sacred. Don’t forget to collect some Gopi Chandan, a holy sandalwood paste associated with the site.
Proceed to Bet Dwarka, approximately 30 km from Dwarka, also known as Shankhodhar. It is believed to have been the residence of Lord Krishna during his ruling years. Bet Dwarka is accessible via a short boat ride or the newly constructed Sudarshan Setu bridge.
On the way back, visit the Rukmini Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna’s consort, Rukmini.
Spend some time at Shivrajpur Beach—the first Blue Flag beach in Gujarat. Enjoy water sports activities.
Later drive to Jamnagar ( 2:30 Hours ) . Overnight stay at Jamnagar
After breakfast , In transfer to Ahmedabad Airport En-route visit the Bala Hanuman Temple, known for its nonstop Ramdhun since 1956, which is mentioned in the Guinness Book of World Records.
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