Sightseeing in Khedbrahma

Brahma Temple or Brahmaji Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Brahma in Khedbrahma, Gujarat, India. It was built in the late 11th century. Brahma Temple or Brahmaji Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Brahma in Khedbrahma, Gujarat, India. It was built in the late 11th century.

Based on ornamentation of the miniature shrines in the stepwell, it is dated to 14th century. It has 27 niches without any idols now. It is now in despair due to lack of maintenance.

A west-facing plain simple temple which is restored several times. In the back-niche of the temple, there is a figure of Nataraja (Shivatandav) with eight hands which helps in deciding the dating of the temple. There is also one more Shiva figure in other form. 11th century, built during reign of Bhima I of Chaulukya dynasty, contemporary of Sun Temple, Modhera. In the sanctum, there is a small protuberance instead of an elaborate lingam which is considered swayambhu (self-existent) by the devotees.

According to religious texts, Kshirja was the family goddess of people created during the yajna of Brahma. The temple is on a hillock accessible by vehicle as well as steps. Gives a good view of the Harnav river.

Situated in north-east of the town, the Ambika temple was built in the early 11th century and has been renovated many times since.

500-year-old temple which is under reconstruction now.

It is associated with folklores and Puranic stories.