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Mata no Madh




Mata no Madh is an ancient shrine located about 138 km away from Bhuj, in Kutch District of Gujarat. It is situated to the west of Kakkadbhit. The temple is dedicated to the deity of Jadejas, the erstwhile rulers of Kutch. The original temple, which was demolished in the earthquake of 1819, was believed to be 1200 years old. Sunderji Saudagar built a new temple in its place with unique architectural expositions of dimensions and space. The main structure of the temple rises to a magnificent height of 52 ft. Navratri is the major festival celebrated here amid much religious fervor.



Updated on 7th June, 2005
District: Kutch

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