Galteshwar Mahadev :-
The Galteshwar Mahadev Temple is a very old and historic temple in the village of Sarnal, 15 kilometers from Dakor, on the Galta River. The history of this temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva, is mentioned in numerous Hindu scriptures, including the Mahabharata and Puran.
The great sage Gallvi Muni is said to have asked the sacred River Ganga to flow over the Shivlinga, which is why it is believed that the Shivlinga appeared as a result of his severe repentance. As a result, Ganga emerged as River Galti, where it bathes the Shivlinga before joining the River Mahi. At Galteshwar Mahadev Mandir, Ganga still flows underground and bathes the Shivlinga in this manner. For all devotees of Lord Shiva, this is Gujarat's most significant Shiva temple.
The Galteshwar Mahadev Mandir is constructed in the Malva style with Chaluklyan influences. The unusual architectural style of the temple suggests that it was constructed during the Solanki era, in the 12th century. The assembly hall is supported by forty pillars, and the plinth is shaped like an eight-pointed start. Figures of Gods, gandharvas, humans, rishis, horse riders, elepant riders, chariots, and human life events have been carved into the walls. Hanumanji's idol is on the right and Ganesha's idol is on the left at the entrance. Muslims attacked the original temple and damaged the Shikhar section. Through shikhar and broken pillars, it demonstrates glory. Despite numerous attempts to break it, it remains the Hinduism pride symbol.
How to Reach :
By Air : The nearest airport is in Vadodara 78 km and the Ahmedabad airport 90 km from kheda district.
By Train : Nadiad and Anand are the nearest major railway stations. There is also a slow-train branch line terminus at Umreth, 7 km away.
By Road : Galteshwar Temple is in Thasra taluka of Kheda District, 51 km from Anand, and 50 km from Nadiad. Private and ST buses are available from Ahmedabad, Vadodara, and Anand.
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