Getting Here
Naliya · Abadasa · Kutch · Gujarat
Shri Chandraprabh Jain Atithi Bhawan sits in Naliya, a heritage Jain tirth on the western edge of Kutch — often called the Kashmir of Gujarat for its cool climate. Everything you need to plan your journey is below.
Find us at
Shri Chandraprabh Jain Atithi Bhawan
Mota Faliya, near Jain Derasar,Naliya – 370655,
Taluka Abadasa, District Kutch,
Gujarat, India
Ways to reach Naliya
By air, rail or road
By Air
Bhuj Airport · approx. 92 km
Bhuj (BHJ) is the nearest airport, with direct flights to and from Mumbai and onward connections via Ahmedabad and Delhi. From Bhuj, a taxi or bus reaches Naliya in about two hours.
By Train
Bhuj railhead · Naliya station (NLY)
Bhuj is the main railhead (about 92 km), linked to Mumbai by the daily Kutch Express and to Ahmedabad and Delhi. Naliya also has its own station on the new Bhuj–Naliya broad-gauge line; from Bhuj, regular buses and taxis run to Naliya.
By Road
From Bhuj · approx. 2 hours
Naliya is the main town of Abadasa taluka and is well served by Gujarat State Transport (ST) buses and private taxis. The drive from Bhuj is about 92 km on a well-paved highway. Private vehicles can reach the Bhawan directly.
Distances at a glance
How far is what
Meals & food
Food during your stay
At the Bhawan
Pure, freshly prepared Jain sattvik food, without onion or garlic, is served in the bhojanshala for resident guests and pilgrims.
Meal timings are indicative and may change during Paryushan and the pilgrimage season — kindly confirm with the office when booking.
In Naliya town
A few simple vegetarian eateries in town serve tea, snacks and meals through the day. Naliya is also known for its local treats:
- Kutchi penda — the town's much-loved milk sweet
- Dabeli — the spiced Kutchi street-food classic
- Everyday Gujarati and Kathiyawadi vegetarian fare
While you are here
Around Naliya
Naliya sits at the heart of the Abadasa Panch Tirthi — a revered circuit of Jain temples — and is ringed by some of Kutch's most cherished sacred and natural sites.
The Abadasa Panch Tirthi
The five great Jain temple towns of Abadasa, traditionally visited together as one pilgrimage.
Naliya
Here
Shri Chandraprabh & Shantinath — the 175+ year-old home tirth.
Tera
approx. 18 km
The nine-shikhar temple of Shri Jirawala Parshwanath.
Kothara
approx. 20 km
The most artistic temple of the circuit, with eight soaring domes.
Jakhau
approx. 17 km
Mahavir Swami tirth in the historic port village of Jakhau.
Suthari
approx. 30 km
The miraculous Dhrit-Kallol Parshwanath, in silver-toned splendour.
Nani Panch Tirthi
The smaller circuit of village shrines near Naliya — quiet and devotional.
Other places to explore
Mata no Madh
The grand temple of Maa Ashapura, the kuldevi of Kutch.Narayan Sarovar & Koteshwar
A sacred lake and the coastal Koteshwar Mahadev temple to the west.Lala–Parjan Bustard Sanctuary
India's smallest sanctuary, home to the rare Great Indian Bustard.Pingleshwar
A Mahadev temple and a quiet, scenic stretch of sea shore.Jakhau Port
A historic fishing port on the Arabian Sea coast.Tera Fort
A historic fort offering a glimpse into Kutch's past.
Farther across Kutch
Memorable as a longer day's journey from Naliya, across the district.
White Rann & Rann Utsav
The legendary white salt desert, roughly 150 km away.Road to Heaven
The breathtaking Khavda–Dholavira road across the Rann — a full day's drive (300 km+) towards north-east Kutch.
Planning your stay
Reserve your room before you travel
Rooms are best booked in advance — kindly contact the Mumbai office, ideally a couple of months ahead, especially during Paryushan and the pilgrimage season.
Request a BookingMumbai Office: 109, Anurag Business Centre, 1st Floor, Ghatala Road, Chembur (East), Mumbai – 400071