No auspicious task in India begins without saying “Jai Mata Di”. Ambaji, situated in Banaskantha District of Gujarat in the foothills of Arasur Hills is the home to Goddess Amba ji. As per scriptures, they say it is the place where heart of Goddess fell. This legendary temple is situated on top of the Gabbar transcends. Devotees from all over the world visit these lovely temples and shrines to take blessings of the Goddess. The temple is also popular as they have no idol of goddess inside the shrine. “Shree Visa Yantra” is the main idol worshipped in Amba ji.
Ambaji is not only popular for its Goddess temples but also is a treat for picnickers. The breathtaking Arasur Hills in backdrop and large number of tribal population in this area gives you a picture of the rustic lives these tribal people have. Hire a jeep, car or a cart to go around these small tribal villages to get the taste of their culture. Enjoy the amazing landscape, local folk dance and many activities performed by these tribal people for the tourists visiting Ambaji every evening.
With people chanting “Jai Mata Di” and the ringing of temple bells, the place offers serene peace and beauty. Purify your soul by visiting Ambaji in Gujarat.
Location: Ambaji is located near Arasur in Banaskantha district of Gujarat. It is at a distance of 65 kms from Palanpur.
How to reach:
By Train:
Abu Road Station is the nearest Railway Station which is 20Kms away from Ambaji. Taxi services are easily available from railway station to reach Ambaji.
By Air:
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad is nearest is situated 18kms away from Ambaji. Taxi services are easily available from Airport to reach Ambaji. The Approximate charges for hiring a taxi (one-way) are Rs.2500.
By Road:
State transport buses are available to reach Ambaji and they run on regular basis.
Nearest Airport: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad
Nearest Railway Station: Abu Road Station
Famous Places to se around: Some of the other places to visit near Ambaji are Jama Masjid in Malan; Balamram Ambaji Wildlife Sanctuary; Jessore Sioth Bear Sanctuary; Indroda Village Deer Park; Kumbhariya Jain Temples, Mangalya Van, Gabbar Hill, Kamakshi Mandir, Shri Koteshwar Mahadev Temple and Koda Teerath.
Climate: Summer 26-46°C, winter 10-36°C
Local Food: Food in Ambaji and nearby area is vegetarian and non-vegetarian food is strictly ban in Ambaji beaing a religious place. Food in Ambaji is mostly Guajarati with influence of Rajasthan in it. Dig in some delicious dokhlas,
Local Restaurants: Some of the popular restaurants in Ambaji are Shree Radhey Krishna Restaurant; Gormeh Thaal and Shrinath Restaurant.
Nearest ATM:
Axis Bank ATM
Om Nagnath Complex, Near Nagnath Temple
Ambaji
Axis Bank
Near Doctor Society Kabariya Building, , Chittal Road, Ambaji – 365601
Emergency Number: Police Station Dhanera, Banaskantha – 385310, Ph: (02748) 222222
Hospitals:
Sanand Heritage, Near Govt Hospital,
Mount Abu,
Rajasthan,India,Ph:02974 238241
Hotels Info:
Sunrise Palace Hotel – Ambaji
Near Ambaji Temple,Dist. Banaskantha,North Gujarat
Approx. Rs. 1357
Akashganga Hotel – Ambaji
Near Bus Stand,Ambaji, Banaskantha,Ambaji,385110
Approx. Rs. 530
Ambaji international Hotel
Near Bus Stop, Ambaji,Banaskhata
Ambaji – 385110
Gujarat
Approx. Rs.1659
Akashganga Hotel
Near Bus Stand,Ambaji, Banaskantha
Ambaji – 385110
Gujarat
Approx. Rs.566
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