Things to do in SomnathSpiritual

Bhalka Tirth — Lord Krishna's departure point

Somnath

Six kilometres from Somnath, Bhalka Tirth marks the spot where Lord Krishna was accidentally struck by the arrow of a hunter named Jara, mistaking his foot for a deer, and departed from the earth. It is one of the most significant Vaishnavite pilgrimage sites in the country — a simple but deeply resonant temple marking the moment that ended the Dvapara Yuga and began the Kali Yuga.

45 minutesFreeYear-round

Pro tip from your tour advisor

The site includes the Hiran, Kapila, and Saraswati rivers meeting nearby — a sacred Triveni Sangam. Combine with the Prabhas Patan Museum on the same road for historical context.