"Simandhar Swami is a living Tirthankar, an Arihant, who is said to be currently present on another world in the Jain mythological The Arihant Simandhar Swami is believed to be currently 150,000 earth years old (equivalent to 49 years at Mahavideh Kshetra), and has a remaining lifespan of 125,000 earth years."
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About Mehsana
Surat to Mehsana distnce : 341 km
Estimated travel time : 6.7 hours
Surat to Mehsana is the very popular route for both domestic as well as foreign tourists. Mehsana is very popular among devotees as it is a place having numerous (close to hundred) Jain temples that are located in proximity to it.
Mehsana fascinate you with lot of temples, history and knowledge. Its a famous tirth for Jain and Hindu devotees. Simandhar Swami Jain Derasar is the most popular Jain temple here. The magnificient Sun temple at Modhera is the most popular Hindu temple here. Its situated on a high platform that lies above a deep stone-steeped tank, the temple bears fine carvings of figures of Gods, Goddesses, Flowers, Birds and Beasts both on its inside as well as outside. Apart from the spiritual attractions, Mehsana enrich with knowledge with its various historical places like Boter Kotha ni Vav or Interi Vav, Badiyashi Vav, Rajmahal, Yoshovijayji Jain Sanskrit Pathshala. It is also popular for having a number of Dairy Co-operative Societies. Dudhsagar Dairy plant is quite famous for its architecture.
Taxi from Surat to Mehsana is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Surat to Mehsana by car is well connected by road through NE1 and NH48 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Surat to Mehsana distance is 337 Km and is 6 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are : Kasomba
1. Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park - Located near Vadodara, this UNESCO World Heritage Site houses several historical and architectural marvels.
2. Vadodara - The third-largest city in Gujarat, Vadodara is known for its rich history and landmarks like Laxmi Vilas Palace, Sayaji Gardens, and Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum.
3. Anand - Famous for being the birthplace of the Amul dairy cooperative movement, Anand offers attractions like the Amul Dairy Museum and the Swaminarayan Mandir.
4. Dakor - A temple town known for the Ranchhodraiji temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, Dakor attracts devotees from all over the country.
5. Nadiad - This historical town is home to significant Jain temples, like the Shri Mulnayak Jain Temple and the Shakti Mandir.
6. Ahmedabad - The largest city in Gujarat, Ahmedabad boasts numerous attractions like the Sabarmati Ashram, Jama Masjid, Bhadra Fort, and Kankaria Lake.
Tourist Attractions
Simandhar Swami Jain Temple
Modhera Sun Temple
Kirti Toran, Vadnagar
Sharmistha Talav
Bahuchar Mata temple
Dharoi Dam
Aglod Jain Tirth
Thol Lake
Bliss Aqua World
Smvs Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Tirupati Natural and Water Park
Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary
Ajit Nath Temple
Sri Nemi Saraswati Dham Jain Tirth
Taranga Hills
Vallabh Bhatt ki Vav
Harsiddhi Mataji Mandir
Hatkeshwar Temple, Vadnagar
Tanariri Memorial and Festival
Matangi Modheswari Mata temple and Step Well
Indus Valley Civilization sites, Loteshwar
Buddhist Monastery and antiquities, Vadnagar
Brahmani Mata Temple
Rajmahal
Shree Neelkanth Mahadev mandir
Keshar Bhavani mata temple
Shree Amarpuri Maharaj Temple
Gayatri Temple
Ambika Mata temple
Umiya Mata Temple