| Poshina has ancient Shiv temple, jain
temple and cenotaphs (chattries) of the ruling family. There are
attractive places like the scenic Songadh dam, ringed by mountains,
and the Chitra Vichitra temple , at the confluence of three rivers,
near Poshina. Poshina is also the base to visit numerous places
of interest to tourists.
AMBAJI: A holy place of pilgrimage
in the Arravali hills, Ambajihas an important temple of Goddess
Amba, Nearby is the Gahhar hill, which is equally sacred to Hindus.
A scenic ropeway journey to be hilltop is possible. Marble carvers
can be seen at work in Ambaji.
KHUMBHARIA: Dated to the 1062-1134
AD period, Khumbharia is a cluster of five jain temples decorated
with fabulous carvings and jewelled idols. The richly carved domes
and pillars of the marble temple are comparable to those of Dilwara
and Ranakpur in Rajasthan, Girnar and Palitana in Saurastra.
GADHA SHAMLAJI: A pretty spot facing
Dharoi dam, circled by hills, Gadhada Shamlaji is named for it's
historic temple.
KHEDBRAHMA: One of the few temples
where Brahma is worshipped can be seen at Khedbrahma, one hour from
Poshina.
IDAR: The fort of Idar often features
in the history of Gujarat. Idar also has fine natural rock formations
and temples. It is worth coinciding your visit to Poshina with one
of many tribal fairs that take place after Holi. |
