Amba Devi Shakti Peetha
Amba is a Shakti Peetha located in Banaskantha, Gujarat, India, where heart of Devi Sati is believed to have fallen. The presiding goddess is Amba and the Bhairava is Batuk Bhairava.
Batuk Bhairava • Heart • Banaskantha, Gujarat • India
Last verified by Sanjeet Kumar on 2026-04-28 • Reviewed by Pandit Review Desk
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Quick facts
- Devi
- Amba
- Bhairava
- Batuk Bhairava
- Body part
- Heart
- Location
- Banaskantha, Gujarat, India
- Darshan
- 05:30 - 21:00
- Last verified
- 2026-04-28
Legend and significance
Amba is revered in Shakta traditions as a sacred seat connected with the heart of Devi Sati. Pilgrims visit Banaskantha for darshan, sankalp prayers, and regional Devi observances that remain active through annual festival cycles.
This spoke is prepared for practical yatra use with route-oriented guidance, on-ground timing cues, and cluster links to nearby Shakti destinations.
Amba in Banaskantha is mapped as a high-intent Shakti stop for pilgrims planning state and cross-border yatra clusters.
Location and how to reach
- Nearest airport: Banaskantha nearest commercial airport
- Nearest railway: Banaskantha regional railhead
- From Banaskantha: 15 km (30-60 minutes)
- Local taxis, autos, and pilgrim buses are usually available; confirm last-mile options before departure.
Darshan timings
05:30 - 21:00. Aarti windows and festival crowds may affect queue times.
Dress code: Modest traditional attire is recommended for darshan. • Entry fee: General darshan is usually free; special puja counters may have temple-set charges.
VIP darshan: Available (Temple policy varies by day and festival window.)
Festivals
Amba annual utsav
Major seasonal worship period for Amba devotees in the Banaskantha pilgrimage corridor.
Current year: Navratri windows 2026 (local panchang confirmation advised)
Festival started 84 days ago.
Where to stay
Stay options range from budget dharamshalas to city hotels near Banaskantha. Confirm seasonal pricing before peak festival dates.
Nearby Peethas
Plan your visit
Use Daanyam for sankalp-based seva planning, donation pathways, and guided yatra combinations.
FAQs
What is the best time to visit Amba?
Early morning darshan and non-peak weekdays are usually easier for families and elders.
Can Amba be combined with nearby Shakti shrines?
Yes. This page links nearby clusters to help plan same-state or multi-day circuits.
Are festival dates fixed every year?
Festival windows follow annual panchang calculations, so verify exact dates before travel.
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