2. Ambaji Temple Design Work In Ambaji Marble
3. The View of Ambaji Temple from Front.
4. The Image of Gabbar .
Ambaji - Gabbar Photo Galary
1. The main Enterence of Ambaji Temple
2. Ambaji Temple Design Work In Ambaji Marble
3. The View of Ambaji Temple from Front.
4. The Image of Gabbar .
2. Ambaji Temple Design Work In Ambaji Marble
3. The View of Ambaji Temple from Front.
4. The Image of Gabbar .
Ambaji - Gabbar Rope Way
In order to develop Ambaji Pilgrimage as a Hill Picnic Place of Gujarat, Shri Arasuri Ambaji Mata Devasthan Trust has recently in 1998 installed and inaugurated Shri Amba Devi Udan Khatola Facilities , that is to say, a Rope Way on the mountain of Gabbar, with the help of Usha Breco Co. of Calcutta on a lease basis, so that more and more pilgrims can visit and enjoy the beauty and holiness of Gabbar with so ease and joy, just by reaching in time, without any trouble. Rope way on Gabbar Hill has in fact encouraged more and more tourists and pilgrims, especially the aged and infirmed and senior citizens people from all corners of the world to come and sit in Rope Way in order to swing in the arms of the Beauty of Holy Gabbar Hill and its rocky surroundings.
Ambaji - Gabbar Parikrama
The entire Parikrama path of 2.3 km length shall be lit up with ornamental illumination of leghts, along with some additional architectural illumination of all structures for special days and occasions. Again the entire Parikrama path of 2.3 km length shall also be well equipped with light instrumental and devotional music system, along with certain public address system for announcement and emergencies along the entire parikrama path. Total Cost of this Ambitious Project of Shri. Ekavan Shaktipith Darshan Parikrama Path is at about Rs.14.15 crores.
Ambaji - The Legend of Maha Maya
It is also said that Mangal and his wife, a devotee couple of Mata Ambaji used to go for cow grazing near Gabbar Hill, where they saw an unknown white cow, usually grazing near their ones and then disappearing over Gabbar Hill. So one day they followed this cow and went on the hills of Gabbar and reached at night to a big ground, floored with marbles and wonderful pillars and Torans with the doors of heaven which were opened simply by the voice of this holy cow Kamdhenu and they found the Goddess Devi Adhya Shakti siting in her palace. So these cow grazing couple requested for remuneration from Amba Mata, for the service of cow grazing job for that wonderful white cow and Mataji gave them some grains of Jav ( Barley) , but they carelessly thrown the invaluable grains on the hills of Gabbar but in the morning they found some of the grains made of gold. So they repented and went back on the hills to see Mata Ambaji and worshiped for mercy without any exe to grind. Ultimately Mataji pleased and graced to reincarnate as their daughter in future. And then, this couple born again as Nand & Yashoda, the foster parents of Lord Krishna. And Mata Ambaji reincarnated as their daughter Maha Maya, who disappeared in jail, after warning Raja Kans.
Ambaji - History of Gabbar
Legend of Holy Hill Gabbar in Devi Bhagvat
According to the Indian Scriptures Gabbar Tirth, situated on the bank of the origin of the Vedic virgin river SARASWATI, in the hills of Arasur in Ambica forest, towards south-west side to old hills of Arvalli is one of the Fifty One (51) famous Ancient Pauranik Shakti Piths in India.
In Accordance with the legend in Devi Bhagvat, Mahisasur was a dangerous demon to the whole universe, therefore all the Gods under the leadership of Tridev Bhrahma (Lord of Creation), Vishnu (Lord of Maintenance) & Mahesh (Lord of Destruction) ultimately went to the final recourse to the Mahadevi Adhya Shakti, the Supreme Original Cosmic Power of The Universe and worshiped her for rescue and help. And then Adhya Devi Shakti incarnated on earth with weapons surrounded by a bright circle of sunny rays, so as The Atomic Energy emerges from its origin and Devi killed and absolved the demon Mahishasur by her holy sword and since then she became known in the world as " Mahisasur Mardini ".
Ambaji at Gabbar & Akhand Deep
Wherever any of the 51 holy parts and ornaments of the dead body of Devi Sati fell on this earth, all such places are known as famous 51 Shakti Pith - centre of cosmic power . Thus Shri Arasuri Ambaji Shakti Pith is one of them where the heart of Devi Sati fell at the top of the Gabbar, as descibed in scripture "Tantra Chudamani".
In Accordance with the legend in Devi Bhagvat, Mahisasur was a dangerous demon to the whole universe, therefore all the Gods under the leadership of Tridev Bhrahma (Lord of Creation), Vishnu (Lord of Maintenance) & Mahesh (Lord of Destruction) ultimately went to the final recourse to the Mahadevi Adhya Shakti, the Supreme Original Cosmic Power of The Universe and worshiped her for rescue and help. And then Adhya Devi Shakti incarnated on earth with weapons surrounded by a bright circle of sunny rays, so as The Atomic Energy emerges from its origin and Devi killed and absolved the demon Mahishasur by her holy sword and since then she became known in the world as " Mahisasur Mardini ".
Ambaji at Gabbar & Akhand Deep
Wherever any of the 51 holy parts and ornaments of the dead body of Devi Sati fell on this earth, all such places are known as famous 51 Shakti Pith - centre of cosmic power . Thus Shri Arasuri Ambaji Shakti Pith is one of them where the heart of Devi Sati fell at the top of the Gabbar, as descibed in scripture "Tantra Chudamani".
Ambaji - The Temple of goddess Amba
Ambaji temple is situated at Ambaji town, in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat. The temple, the holy the seat of Ambe Mata - the Mother Goddess, is a popular pilgrim place for Hindus. People of Gujarat take the name of the Goddess in high regard. Ambaji temple is also considered as one of the Shakti Peethas in India. The Goddess is a manifestation of Shiva's consort, Parvati. Ambe Mata is the Adya Shakti- the primordial female power, the Mother Goddess.
The Navratri celebrations are organized on a large scale in the Ambaji temple. During the festival, a huge fair is organized here every year. People celebrate the occasion with great pomp and show. They sing and dance in praise of the glory of the Goddess. The temple is located on the Arasur hill in the Aravalli Range. The most fascinating feature of the shrine is that it does not contain any idol. It only has a yantra, made of marble which is engraved at a spot.
A large number of devotees throng the Ambaji Temple during Purnima fairs held, on the full moon day, in the months of Kartik, Chaitra and Bhadrapad. A short distance from Ambaji, there is a hill named Gabbar Hill. People believe that the Goddess revealed herself on the hill and left the imprints of Her feet. She is eve1d 0
Pavagadh Hill/Kalika Mata Temple
At the summit of Pavagadh hill, 762 m above sea level, is the temple to Mother Kali, which is the oldest in the area, dating from the 10th-11th centuries. Hindu pilgrims were coming to visit this temple from long before the development of Champaner as a major city, and they continued for hundreds of years after its decline, right up to the present day. To reach the temple at the summit is about a 5 km walk along a jungle footpath to the top of the hill; otherwise, there is a cable car which will haul you to the summit from about the midway point, which is the last place accessible by road. The temple has large fortifications and an open chowk in front, with two altars for sacrifices, and an array of lights for special occasions. The idol of Kalika Mata in the inner sanctum is only the head, the mukhwato, painted in red. Also present are full idols of Mahakali and the yantras of Bahuchara. The temple is open from very early to quite late, to accomodate pilgrims arriving at all hours. The Machi Haveli is a rest house available for pilgrims.
How to Reach to Pavagadh:
By Air :
Nearest airport is in Ahmedabad at 190 kms and in Vadodara at 50kms.
By Rail :
Vadodara is on the Western Railways connecting Ahmedabad to Mumbai. From Vadodara you can reach Pavagadh in state transport buses and private luxury coaches.
By Road :
State transport buses and private luxury coaches are available to reach Pavagadh from various cities of Gujarat.
Halol and kaalol
Halol and Kaalol
Halol and Kaalol near Pavagadh have turned into a virtual industrial estate. Dhabadungari, a nearby place has a very nice temple. The locations of hilly areas around Halol provide a very good sight. A film studio at Halol has this added advantage. On the eastern side, the Rangpur Ashram run by Mr. Harivallahh Parikh is busy with the activities for the upliftment of the local tribals. The manganese mines of Shivrajpur have stopped excavation and there is production these days. There are plenty of minerals in the Ambadungar across Chhota Udepur town. Godhra is the capital town of Panchmahals district. It was an important centre during the Moghul and Maratha pericxi. North of Godhra is Devgadhbaria and Dohad, the tribal and forest belt. The forests are not as dense as before. There the beast sanctuary at the Devgadhharia is an old princely state and a beautiful town, Dohad is almost at the border of central India and also a tinny trade centre. Educational institutions and colleges for higher education have now been established in Dabhoi, Sankheda, Halol, Chhota-Udepur, fodeli, Godhra Devgadhbaria, Dohad, Lunawada, Santrampur, etc. Marker places for the products of forests and industrial units have also been developed at these towns. Lunawada, another princely state is in the north of Godhra, but it has lost its old glory. Ratanpur is to the Mommad Begdo. south of Godhra, via Venganpur. It is known for its splendid temple built with two types of stones, a number of sculptures an
Story atteched with Pavaghadh.
Story atteched with Pavaghadh.
Patai was defeated and assassinated. Muhammad Begda shifted his capital from Ahmedabad to Champaner for some time because of some diplomatic reasons. He developed the town and constructed some very nice places. The fort of Champaner, Uohra mosque, Mandavi, Kirtistambh, the temple of 5halkh, Jama Masjid, Nagina Mosque and Kevda Mosque are few of them. The remains of the Palace of Begda are still found near Vad Talav (Banyan Pond) two kilometers away from Champaner.
The great music maestro of I6th century and Tansen's contemporary rival Baiju Bawra belonged to Champaner Pavagadh has a height of about 800 metres. IC is one of the important pilgrimages of Kali. The bus service has been extended up to Machi. The remains of Raval Palace still exist at Machi. There are rest houses, holiday homes and small hotels at Machi. Then comes Teliya Talav and Dudhia Talau The temple of Kali is at the height of 550 metres. Now-a-days the rope-way facility has been made available to the tourists to reach the temple. About 250 steps have to be climbed from there. A little above the Kali Temple there is Sadanshah Pir Dargah. There are numerous tales, songs and dramas knitting the story of Patai Raval. The scholars and historians may accept it or not, but the people believe it as part of the history. Pavagadh is the gateway to Panchmahals. It is the area of the tribals and the backward people. The government has taken special care for the Pudhio Tolov – Pavagadh development of the area, It has granted many concessions and offered subsidies to the new industries coming up in this area.
The great music maestro of I6th century and Tansen's contemporary rival Baiju Bawra belonged to Champaner Pavagadh has a height of about 800 metres. IC is one of the important pilgrimages of Kali. The bus service has been extended up to Machi. The remains of Raval Palace still exist at Machi. There are rest houses, holiday homes and small hotels at Machi. Then comes Teliya Talav and Dudhia Talau The temple of Kali is at the height of 550 metres. Now-a-days the rope-way facility has been made available to the tourists to reach the temple. About 250 steps have to be climbed from there. A little above the Kali Temple there is Sadanshah Pir Dargah. There are numerous tales, songs and dramas knitting the story of Patai Raval. The scholars and historians may accept it or not, but the people believe it as part of the history. Pavagadh is the gateway to Panchmahals. It is the area of the tribals and the backward people. The government has taken special care for the Pudhio Tolov – Pavagadh development of the area, It has granted many concessions and offered subsidies to the new industries coming up in this area.
Champaner Pavagadh Archaeological Park
Champaner Pavagadh Archaeological Park
Located at the foothill of the Pavagadh, Champaner is 50 km from Baroda in the State of Gujarat. The complete hill is one amongst the oldest stone formations in India and resembles a reddish-yellow shade. Pavagadh hill measures to a height 800 m and was once standing as a fortress of the Hindus under the regime of the Solanki Kings and later under the Khichi Chauhans. The fort was later taken over by Sultan Mehmud Begarah in 1484 and renamed as Muhammadabad. There are many temples dating back to the 10th, 11th, 13th and 15th centuries, all built in the Nagara style. The ruins are stretched over an area of 6 sq km at the foothills of Pavagadh.
Pavaghadh - Images
2. Champaner.
3. Rope-way facility.
4. Adanshah Pir Dargah
5. Palace of King Vanraj Chavda.
pavaghadh
Pavagadh is one of the major attractions for pilgrims and tourists. Pavagadh is mountain about 46 kms from Vadodara and 190 kms from Ahmedabad. It is situated in the Halol, Panchmahal district. It covers 42 Kms in circumference.
Champaner in the foot of Pavagadh is established by King Vanaraj Chavada in memory of his wise minister Champa. Champaner area is declared as protected area by the Archeological survey of India. Gujarat government has developed Pavagadh as a hill resort because of its scenic beauty and fresh atmosphere.
The hill of Pavagadh rises from Champaner in three stages. The plateau at an altitude of 1471 ft. is known as the Machi Haveli. State bus service is extended up to Machi. Small hotels and rest houses are available at Machi. Teliya Talav and Dudhia Talav come on top of Machi.
Famous temple of Goddess Mahakali is located on the top of hill. Rope-way facility is available from Machi to reach Mahakali Mata's temple at the top. About 250 steps have to be climbed from there to reach the temple. On the roof of the temple is a adanshah Pir Dargah, visited by Muslim devotees.
Pavagadh is also known as the birth place of Gujarat 's famous musician, Baiju Bawra.
Halol and Kaalol near Pavagadh is very good place for tourist. There is also a film studio at Halol.
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