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He said: "The Somnath temple signifies that the power of reconstruction is always greater than
the power of destruction". The present temple, which was built by Sardar Patel and K. M.
Munshi, is managed by Shree Somnath Trust.
Other spots in the temple are Shri Kapardi Vinayak and Shri Hanuman Temple in addition to
Vallabhghat. Vallabhghat is a beautiful sunset point. The temple is illuminated every evening.
Similarly, the Sound & Light Show Jay Somnath is also displayed every night during 8.00 to
9.00, which allows the pilgrims an ethereal experience in the backdrop of grand Somnath
temple and the holy wave sounds of the Ocean. Kartik Purnima Fair which is held in the month
of November for four days and Shivratri are the major and most important festivals celebrated in
Somnath with grandness and aplomb that attracts crowds in large numbers.