Wednesday, January 7, 2009

13. KHODIYAR MATA TEMPLE


Khodiyar Mata Temple in Bhavnagar :


Khodiyar Mata is a well-known shrine and the family goddess of the ruling house of the former Bhavnagar state. It is situated on the Khodiyari river in the midst of natural surrounding of great beauty. There is a temple of goddess Khodiyar Mata which has 36 pillars and a vast Mandap and is administered by a trust. Besides being a good picnic spot it is much venerated in the area and is visited in large numbers especially on Sunday and Tuesday, auspicious for the worship of this deity.

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