Nestled in the Aravalli Hills, this ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Dattatreya, an incarnation of Lord Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh. It's known for its serene atmosphere and beautiful views.
Currency
INR (โน)
Best time to visit
October to March
Languages
Gujarati ยท Hindi
Coordinates
24.183ยฐ, 72.483ยฐ
Key facts
1The temple is one of the five holy Dattatreya temples in India.
2It's located at an elevation of 4,346 feet, offering panoramic views of the surrounding hills and plains.
3The temple complex houses several other shrines, including those dedicated to Goddess Amba and Lord Krishna.
Timeline
1424: The temple was first mentioned in historical records during the reign of the Rajput king, Rao Khengarji.
1761: The temple was rebuilt and expanded by the Maratha general, Mahadji Scindia.
1819: The temple came under the protection of the British Raj.
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$$ ยท Gujarati ยท Indianโญ 4.2
Shreeji Bhojnalaya
Famous for its traditional Gujarati thali breakfast, serving since 1980.
Near Shri Dattatreya Temple, Ambaji, Gujarat
โ +91 2733 256123
๐ Walk-ins OK
$ ยท Rajasthani ยท Indianโญ 4.1
Gopal Bhojnalaya
Known for its Rajasthani breakfast, a local favorite for decades.
Opposite Shri Dattatreya Temple, Ambaji, Gujarat
โ +91 2733 256098
๐ Walk-ins OK
$$ ยท Gujarati ยท Indianโญ 4.4
Ambika Restaurant
Offers a variety of Gujarati dishes, popular for its lunch thali.
Near Shri Dattatreya Temple, Ambaji, Gujarat
โ +91 2733 256156
๐ Recommended
$$ ยท North Indian ยท Chineseโญ 4.3
Shivam Restaurant
Serves a mix of North Indian and Chinese cuisine, a popular lunch spot.
Near Ambaji Temple, Ambaji, Gujarat
โ +91 2733 256054
๐ Recommended
$ ยท South Indian ยท Indianโญ 4.0
Mahalaxmi Veg Restaurant
Offers South Indian cuisine, famous for its dinner thali.
Near Shri Dattatreya Temple, Ambaji, Gujarat
โ +91 2733 256189
๐ Walk-ins OK
$$ ยท Gujarati ยท Indianโญ 4.5
Shreeji Pure Veg Restaurant
Known for its Gujarati dinner thali, a must-visit for vegetarians.
Near Ambaji Temple, Ambaji, Gujarat
โ +91 2733 256125
๐ Recommended
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Lightweight Rain Jacket
Ambaji experiences sudden rain showers, especially during monsoons.