Bhagwati Temple, Veraval

Bhagwati Temple (भगवती मंदिर) is a Shakti Peetha in Veraval, Gujarat.

Overview

The Bhagwati Temple at Veraval near Somnath enshrines the goddess Bhagwati (a form of Parvati) and is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas. The temple is located near the Arabian Sea coast and is associated with the ancient Somnath pilgrimage circuit.

History and Legend

According to tradition, the left arm of Sati fell at this site. The temple has medieval origins and was patronized by the Solanki and Vaghela dynasties of Gujarat. The temple’s proximity to Somnath made it part of the larger sacred landscape of the Saurashtra coast.

Architecture and Features

The temple is built in the Nagara style of temple architecture with a curvilinear shikhara. The sanctum houses an image of the goddess Bhagwati. The temple complex sits near the coast and offers views of the Arabian Sea.

Modern Status

The temple is managed by a local trust and is visited by pilgrims who also travel to nearby Somnath. It remains an active centre of worship.

Verification Notes

• Listed among the 51 Shakti Peethas in traditional Shakta texts.
• Audited against Wikipedia (September 2026).