Jalaram Bapa Temple in Gujarat

Jalaram Bapa temple in Gujarat is dedicated to a saint named Jalaram Bapa. This temple is located in the small town of Virpur in Gujarat. Jalaram Bapa is known to be a great follower of Lord Rama. His life is dedicated to the service of humanity and is a very respected saint in the state of Gujarat. The Virpur Jalaram Temple in Gujarat attracts thousands of devotees and pilgrims who come to pay their homage and seek blessings from this great saint. As the temple in Gujarat is one of the most visited and significant sites, it is an unmissable destination for those tourists who are exploring the state’s religious past.

Past Narrative and Importance of Jalaram Bapa Temple in Gujarat

Born in 1799 in a small village of Virpur of Gujarat, is a saint who has dedicated his whole life in serving humanity and is also considered as a prominent follower of Lord Rama, Sita and Lakshmana. Jalaram Bapa is also known as “Bapa”. He had chosen this path of spiritualism after his revered guru “Guru Bhojalram”. The temple of Jalaram Bapa in Gujarat is constructed at the very place where he and his wife had started doing their seva of serving food for free to the needy people. When visiting this temple, you will understand and learn that at present also the temple does not accept donations, it is running on voluntary contributions made by the devotees who came to visit the temple. The Virpur Jalaram Temple acts as a symbol of kindness, faith and humility which attracts devotees from all corners of the world.

Darshan, Aarti and Prasadam Timings at Virpur Jalaram Temple

Temple Opening Hours: Morning timings: 7 am to 12 pm 

                                        Evening timings: 4 pm to 8: 30 pm

Aarti timings:  Mangla Aarti: 7:30 AM

                         Shangar Aarti: 9:00 AM

                         Rajbhog Aarti: 11:30 AM

                         Sandhya Aarti: 7:30 PM

There are other rituals also that take place at the Virpur Jalaram Temple in Gujarat. 

Sunderkand Path from Ramayana: 4 pm to 5:30 pm (Every Sunday)

Shri Satyanarayan Bhagwan Katha: 8 pm (Every Purnima)

Prasad is served twice a day everyday. The prasad items that are served in the morning are Boondi, Ganthiya and Sabji. In the evening prasad Khichdi and kadhi with desi ghee are served in traditional leaf plates. 

Activities to Do at Jalaram Bapa Temple

• Attend the ‘Prasad’ Distribution: When you are present at the Jalaram Bapa temple, you should not miss the opportunity to have the prasad that is served there twice in a day. When exploring this temple in Gujarat, you will be surprised to know that there is no donation accepted at this temple.
• Exploration of the Jholi and Danda : Jholi means “bag” and Danda means “stick”. Jalaram Bapa always had a jholi and danda with him. These belongings are still present and put on display at the Virpur Jalaram Temple. They are believed to hold spiritual importance. 
• The surprise of continuous lit diya: There is an akhand jyot that has been burning since the time it was lit by  Jalaram Bapa. It is actually captivating and intriguing in knowing that the diya is lit for such a long time without it being disrupted. It is considered as the divine presence and blessings of Jalaram Bapa.
• Enlightened by the divine power: When you visit the Virpur Jalaram Temple in Gujarat, you will experience the absolute devotion and simplicity of the temple and the saint that is worshipped here. It is so peaceful and calm here, that it makes it an ideal location for meditation.

Nearby Places to Visit at Jalaram Bapa Temple

Ranjit Vilas Palace, Rajkot (52 km): A unique combination of Indian, Gothic and European architecture at a palace which is mostly visited by historians and antique lovers.

Watson Museum, Rajkot (54 km): This is a museum that houses artifacts and items from the colonial times simultaneously narrating the story of Gujarat’s culture.

Jagat Mandir, Rajkot (55 km): A temple in Gujarat where worship and meditation meets with the love towards Lord Krishna and the devotees immerse themselves in deep devotion.

Akshar Deri, Gondal (16 km):  A religious shrine that is dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan and is a very famous and most visited temple in Gujarat for its architectural beauty.

Darbargadh, Gondal (17 km): A castle that is a troupe of chandeliers, intricate carvings and a collection of antiques that offer an insight into the royal heritage of Gujarat.

Ways to Reach Jalaram Bapa Temple

By Road: State run and private buses operate daily on this route. You can also hire private cabs and taxis.

• Rajkot to Virpur: 52 km (1-hour drive)
• Ahmedabad to Virpur: 290 km (5-hour drive)
• Surat to Virpur: 450 km (8-hour drive)

By Rail : Virpur Railway Station is the closest railway station but has no good connectivity to other cities and the other nearest station is Rajkot Junction Railway Station (52 kms).

By Air : Nearest Airport is Rajkot Airport (55 kms).

A soulful trip from Virpur to Udaipur

After having a divine and soulful trip from Virpur, you should definitely head towards Udaipur. Udaipur is a destination that has amazing landscapes, lakes, palaces and forts to visit and explore. If you are a food lover, then you should definitely visit Udaipur as the city has amazing restaurants and cafes serving yummy dishes.

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