Pavagadh

Pavagadh

Location: Halol District

At a glance: 762m above from sea level temple of Mother Kali is situated at summit of Pavagadh Hill , which is from 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 summit pilgrims need to walk 5 k.m in jungle otherwise can reach via roap way also 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. full idols of Mahakali and the yantras of Bahuchara are there. Doors of temple gets open at early morning and closes at late night. The Machi Haveli is a rest house available for pilgrims.

By Airway: Vadodara is nearest

By Rail: Vadodara Railway

By Road:Pavagadh is 45 km from Vadodara, accessible by bus or private vehicles. Cars can be hired in Vadodara to drive to Champaner-Pavagadh, which is the best option if you want to combine the journey with other sites like Jambughoda.