Hathni Mata Temple — Attraction in Gujarat

Natural seasonal waterfall over huge pile of stones in Saraswa Reserved Jungle opposite Jambughoda Wild Life Sanctuary near Vadodara.Champaner Pawagadh is a world heritage site 40 kms NE led by India's first expressway Vadodara Halol.Drive ahead bypassing it if road through it is blocked due to a million tourists visiting Pious Mahakali Goddess Temple aloft the 900 feet Pavagadh Hill.Hathini mata is called so as Rocks seem like Elephant Head and waterfalls are universal attractions more so here where 10 of 12 months are hot. Bikers can take first turn left after Bypass meets main Shivrajpur road.Rest avoid it turn left ahead at Bakrol or Shivrajpur village on main Road leading to Jambughoda Bodeli ahead.Never go on weekends.Do not miss Local food ringna bata nu shakk veg curry,lassan chutni with bajra jowar rotla enroute .ShivShakti dhabha for veg and Kiran dhabha for non veg and more.Forest dept has safe stays at Bhat,Kada Dam and enroute Jhand Hanuman ahead.Kadwal Palace is ahead of waterfalls to eat stay.Circular Route leads you to Makhania parwat and Sukhi Dam Reservoir back through Jambughoda .Heritage Palace stay awaits you here.There are number of options to stay. Stones at falls are slippery so elders...

The Hathni Mata Temple located in Vadodara is a hidden gem that offers a truly unique and breathtaking experience for visitors. One of the main highlights of this temple is the stunning waterfall that flows down from the hills behind it, creating a truly awe-inspiring atmosphere.

The temple is especially beautiful in the summer months, when the lush greenery surrounding the temple is in full bloom and the waterfall is at its most impressive. However, it should be noted that since the temple is located in a village, visitors should not expect all the modern amenities and facilities that they would find in a city.

Despite this, the natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere of the temple more than make up for any lack of facilities. It is highly recommended that visitors bring their own vehicles to the temple, as public transportation may not be readily available in the area.

Overall, if you are looking for a serene and awe-inspiring temple experience that is off the beaten path, Hathni Mata Temple is definitely worth a visit. Just make sure to come prepared with your own vehicle and a sense...

Totally recommended place for hiking lovers. But never go there as a single person, always go with a group, or minimum 3 people. The reason for not going alone is, the place is very spooky, initially during the day I am very sure you would not feel it, but as the evening hours start you would feel it, and trust me when I say that.

Also the rocks might hurt you when you go in the waterfall beside the temple, so always wear your footwear while going in the water.

BRIEF OF THE TEMPLE: The temple stone is in the shape of an elephant, and therefore it is called hathni mata. Beside the holy stone is another stone in the shape of a turtle, all of it is made from a single stone.

NOTE: The waterfall is not available for 12 months, only in the monsoon season you will be able to see the rushing flow of water and green land else it's just rocks and trees, good for...