Tadkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Valsad

The Tadkeshwar Mahadev Temple sits on the bank of the Wanki River, featuring a substantial Shivlinga stone measuring nearly seven feet in length.

The temple's origins trace back to 1215 when locals discovered a semi-circular Shivlinga stone on the northern bank of the Wanki River.

During the month of Shravan and Maha Shivaratri festival, the temple grounds transform into gathering spaces with organized fairs for Hindu devotees.

The temple structure remains open throughout the year, allowing visitors to observe the Shivlinga directly under natural sunlight through a 22-foot diameter opening.

Two attempts to build a ceiling failed mysteriously, leading to the current design where sunlight illuminates the Shivlinga precisely at noon each day.

GPS coordinates: 20.59000,72.93667

Latest update: May 28, 2025 10:21