Ambaji

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Ambaji is an important temple town with millions of devotees visiting the Ambaji temple every year. It is one of the 51 Shaktipeeths. The full moon of Bhadrapad is one of the four most important festival days of the year, when farmers and agriculturists come to Ambaji. The Ambaji shrine is the principal shrine of the Goddess in Gujarat and its origins are still unknown. The original seat of Ambaji mata is on gabbar hilltop in the town. The Temple of Ambaji is recognized as one of the original Shakti Pithas (religious texts) where, according to the ancient Scriptures, the heart of the Goddess Ambaji fell to earth when her body was dismembered. A triangular Vishwa Yantra, inscribed with figures and the syllable ‘Shree’ in the centre, represents the deity. There is no idol, which in fact testifies the temple’s antiquity. Idol worship became popular much later.

Ambaji Temple

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 385110

STD Code: 2749

Info Website: ambajitemple.in

Best Time to Visit: October – April

HistoryEdit

Ambaji-the Origin of the Supreme Cosmic Power of the Universe is one of the fifty one 51 ancient Shakti Piths Tirth in India. There are 12 main Shakti Pith Tirth, significant places of pilgrimage for the worship of Shakti, namely, Ma Bhagwati Mahakali Maha Shakti at Ujjan, Ma Kamakshi at Kanchi Puram, Mata Bramaramba at Malay Giri, Shri Kumarika at Kanya Kumari, Mataji Ambaji at Anartgujarat, Mata Mahalaxmidevi at Kohlapur, Devi Lalita at prayag, Vindhya Vasini at Vindhya, Vishalakshi at Varansi, Mangalavati at Gaya and Sundari Bhavani at Bangal & Guhya Kesari in Nepal. The Great Miracle of this Holy Place is that there is no idol or picture in the Nij Mandir the Temple of Shri Arasuri Mata Ambaji, but a simple cave like Gokh in the inner wall, in which A Gold Plated Holy Shakti Visa Shree Yantra having kurma back convex shape and 51 Bij letters therein, connected with that of the original Yantras of Nepal and Ujjain Shakti Piths, is also ritually installed in such a way it can be visible for devotion, but never photographed in past nor can be so done in future. The worship of this Visa Shree Yantra is done only after tying a bandage on the eyes.

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Ambaji Sightseeing

How to ReachEdit

By Air : There is no airport in Ambaji. Nearest airport is Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at Ahmedabad, at a distance of 180 km from Ambaji. Taxi cabs are available from airport to Ambaji. Taxi charge is about Rs 2,500 for one way. Airport is connected with all major cities in India and also with many cities in abroad, like Muscat, New York, London and Colombo. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport: 079 2286 9211.

By Train : Abu Road station is the nearest railhead, which is at a distance of 20 km from Ambaji. It is connected to major cities including Delhi. Taxi cars are available from railway station to Ambaji for a minimum charge of Rs 200.

By BUS : State owned bus services are available from nearest cities to Ambaji. Amabji is connected to Ahmedabad (180 km), Abu Road station (20 km), Mt Abu (45 km), Delhi (700 km), Palanpur (65 km) and Himmat Nagar (110 km).

By Taxi : Ambaji is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Ambaji by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

By Other : N.A.

Top HotelsAdd

Budget – Up to Rs. 800

Hotel Ambaji International ; Near Bus Stop, Ambaji, Gujarat 385110. ; Ph – 02749 264 540 ; Facilities – Non-smoking rooms, Dry cleaning/laundry, Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Laundry.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Ellora ; Sh 56, Temple Road Ambaji. ; Ph – 099 98 119909 ; Facilities – Doctor on call,Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service,

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Krishna Palace ; Gujarat State Highway 9, Ambaji. ; Ph – 02749 264 850 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Hotel Sunrise Palace ; Near Ambaji Temple, Ambaji, Dist. Banaskantha-385110. ; Ph – 02749 262 470 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour room service, Free airport shuttle, Laundry.

Top RestaurantsAdd

Karan Restaurant ; Bscc Complex, Near Bus Station, Himmat Nagar Highway, Ambaji, Banaskantha – 385110. ; M – 9725510979 ; Food Serve : N.A.

Gormeh Thaal ; Ambaji, GJ 385110. ; M – 02749 264 540 ; Food Serve : N.A.

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FestivalAdd

Ambaji Purnima Fair

Ambaji Purnima Fair ; Venue: Ambaji temple ; Period : September ; Details: Ambaji is an important temple town with millions of devotees visiting the Ambaji temple every year. It is one of the 51 Shaktipeeths. The full moon of Bhadrapad is one of the four most important festival days of the year, when farmers and agriculturists come to Ambaji. The Ambaji shrine is the principal shrine of the goddess in Gujarat and its origins are still unknown. The original seat of Ambaji mata is on gabbar hilltop in the town. The Temple of Ambaji is recognized as one of the original Shakti Pithas (religious texts) where, according to the ancient Scriptures, the heart of the goddess Ambaji fell to earth when her body was dismembered. A triangular Vishwa Yantra, inscribed with figures and the syllable ‘Shree’ in the centre, represents the deity. There is no idol, which in fact testifies the temple’s antiquity. Idol worship became popular much later.

Safety / WarningEdit

Beware of pickpockets as Ambaji is a major tourist city in India.
Beware of fake items. Better to buy from reputable shops even though you have to pay more.

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