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Shree Vardayini Mataji Temple Rupal - Gandhinagar

About Shree Vardayini Mataji Temple Rupal - Gandhinagar

Shree Vardayini Mataji Temple, located in Rupal village near Gandhinagar, Gujarat, is a famous and ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Vardayini Mata. The temple holds deep spiritual and cultural importance and attracts thousands of devotees throughout the year. The Goddess is believed to bless her devotees with happiness, health, and prosperity. The temple is most popular for the grand Palli Utsav, celebrated during the Aso Navratri festival. On this day, a large wooden chariot, called “Palli,” is filled with thousands of liters of ghee and set on fire as an offering to the Goddess. This unique ritual is witnessed by lakhs of devotees who gather from across Gujarat and even other states, making it one of the most significant religious festivals in the region. The temple opens daily for darshan from morning to evening, where devotees offer prayers, flowers, coconuts, and prasad to the Goddess. The atmosphere is peaceful and spiritual, especially during morning and evening aarti. Photography is generally allowed outside the temple, but inside restrictions may apply. Prasad distribution is also available for devotees. Shree Vardayini Mataji Temple is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of Gujarat’s rich heritage, devotion, and tradition.