Shree Santram Samadhi Sthan
The original Santram Maharaj was a great Saint of the Avadhoot category. came to Nadiad from Girnar so he also called Girnari Bava, Videhi Bava or Sukha-Sagarji. He came here in Samvat 1872, lived for the spiritual good of People for the 15 years, and took Jivat-Samadhi on the full-moon-day of the month Magha of Samvat 1887 known as Shri Santram Maharaj. At the first he was dwelling in a hollow of the Rayan-tree, situated where the ‘Deri’ is located at present
Sakar Varsha festival in Nadiad
The Sakar Varsha festival in Nadiad is an annual spiritual celebration at the Santram Mandir, featuring Maha Aarti, Aum naad chanting, Sakar Varsha (blessing with sacred sugar), Tilak Darshan, and bhajans, honouring Santram Maharaj with grand devotional events drawing many participants.
Navratri in Nadiad
Navratri in Nadiad is a vibrant affair, centered around large-scale Garba and Dandiya events, with the Navdurga Navratri Mahotsav by the Maa Shakti Charitable Trust being a major highlight, featuring live music from popular singers like Dimple Pancholi and Priti Patel for non-stop dancing and devotion. Celebrations involve traditional Gujarati cultural performances, devotion to Goddess Durga, community participation in nightly dances, and special cultural programs, making it a significant event for locals and visitors seeking authentic Garba experiences in Gujarat.
Holi in Nadiad
Holi in Nadiad, Gujarat, involves traditional celebrations like Holika Dahan (bonfires for good over evil) and playing with colors, with local temples like Santram Mandir being central, alongside commercial events at places like Jay Jallian Resort, featuring DJs, rain dances, and food, capturing the festive spirit typical of Gujarat with religious undertones and community fun.
Diwali in Nadiad
Diwali in Nadiad, like the rest of Gujarat, is a vibrant affair, especially significant as it marks the Hindu New Year, featuring traditional Lakshmi Puja for prosperity, elaborate rangoli designs with Goddess Lakshmi’s footprints, beautiful diya (clay lamps) lighting homes all night, new clothes, sweets, and bursting crackers, with special fervor around the historic Santram Mandir.