Narayan Sarovar

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23.673, 68.539
Narayan Sarovar

Narayan Sarovar is a village and pilgrimage site for Hindus located in the Kutch district of Gujarat, India. The village is situated on the Kori Creek and is known for its ancient temples, including the Koteshwar temple, which lies 4 km away. The temples are surrounded by a fortified wall and are connected to the mainland by a causeway.

The village has a long and interesting history, with the temple of Adinarayan being a prominent feature from early times. The temple was once controlled by priests of the Kanphata sect, but was taken over by a Sanyasi named Narangar in the 16th century. Narangar made significant additions to the temple complex, including the construction of embankments and bathing places.

Today, Narayan Sarovar is a significant pilgrimage site, with several stone temples and rest houses surrounding the lake. The village is connected to the mainland by a new causeway, and is home to a number of residents who speak Gujarati and Hindi. The village has a total area of 0.759 km2 and is located at an elevation of 8.285 meters above sea level. Despite its small size, Narayan Sarovar is an important cultural and historical site in the region.

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'''Narayan Sarovar''' or '''Narayansar''' is a village and place of pilgrimage for Hindus on the Kori Creek. It is located in Lakhpat taluka of Kutch district in the Indian state of Gujarat. The ancient Koteshwar temple lies 4 km away, towards the north-west. The temple is classified among the 108 Abhimana Kshethram of Vaishnavate tradition.
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(Koteshwar)