One of the religious places in India, Godhra has four temples for Vaishnav
Sampraday (Vaisnal community), two temples for Lord Gokulanathji, and
one each for Lord Gusaiji and Lord Mahaprabhuji. The place named Rathanpur,
located to the south of Godhra is known for its splendid 14th century
temple with its sculptures and a beautiful arch. Of the three beautiful
Jain temples, the main temple has Tirthankar Bhagawan Shantinath as the
main idol. Ramji Mandir and Kalka Mata temple both remnants of Scindia’s
regime, the Swaminarayan temple, the Gokulnathji temple and the Ankleshwar
Mahadev temple are the other temples located in the town. On Janmashtami
day, a fair is held at the Ankleshwar Mahadev temple. Ruins of the SasuVahui
Vav (step well) and AtiPati-no Chotro can be found near the temple.
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