Loya, which acknowledges the geographical existence within the close proximity of Pilgrims’ towns, of Sarangpur & Gadhada, Among the various and vast and rustic villages of mother India, the village of Loya located in the western region of the State of Gujarat is noteworthy due to its untouched divinity. Loya, which acknowledges the geographical existence within the close proximity of Pilgrims’ to
wns, of Sarangpur & Gadhada, has rooted the Lord Swaminarayan’s legacy through the eternal foundation under the guidance and inspiration of our Shastriji Swami, 'H.D.H. Shastri Shri Ghanshyamprakashdasji Swami'. As a part of the prelude to the historical event of Shakotsav held by Bhagwan Swaminarayan, Loya has been discerned as a Dham (Pilgrimage) with the Swaminarayan Sect. Bhagwan Swaminarayan himself decided to prepare a lavish meal (curry) (1820 CE) made from brinjals, ghee, and spices for all of his saints and devotees; and served to everyone during this festival. This unforgettable event lasted for two and half months, which has been acknowledged as a festival within the Swaminarayan Sect and celebrated as the famous “Shakotsav” all over the world. Furthermore, adding the charm of the divinity. Nonetheless, Bhagwan Swaminarayan compiled and inscribed the famous divine scripture known as the ‘Vachanamrut’. Lord Swaminaryan compiled 18 Vachanamruts in Loyadham making the name of the Loya, even more eminent. Through the inspiration empowered by faith, dedication, and persistence guidance, Shastriji Swami embarked on taking on the prodigious task of building a new Shikharbaddh (Spired) mandir in Loyadham. The dimensions of the mandir are very astonishing and will be engineered to the highest caliber. The new mandir will stand at a staggering height of 115ft. It will be 250ft in length and 225ft wide making it the highest and biggest mandir in all of Gujarat, India.
