Om Banna (Bullet Baba) Temple

This modern temple, built by local villagers and regional transport communities, has become a significant spiritual stop for travelers and devotees journeying between Jodhpur and Pali. The temple is easily accessible, situated roadside on NH 62.

From Jodhpur, it is about a 1 to 1.5-hour drive (53 km) south via Residency Road onto NH 62 toward Pali. From Pali, it is a 30 to 40-minute drive (20 km) north/northeast on NH 62 toward Jodhpur.

Ample and free parking is available adjacent to the temple, with level, ground-level entry and wheelchair-accessible pathways and ramps, making it convenient for all visitors. Om Banna Temple is open daily from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with some rituals commencing as early as 7:00 AM.

The best time to visit is during the winter months from November to February, particularly in the morning hours between 8 AM and 12 PM.

Darshan is free for all, and devotees can participate in personal darshan, tying sacred threads, offering flowers, coconuts, and incense, as well as attending aarti. All poojas and rituals are conducted in Hindi.

The temple observes several festivals, including Navratri (Sharad and Chaitra) during March/April and September/October, Death Anniversary/Remembrance Day on January 23 or local dates, Diwali in October/November, and Dussehra in October.

During these times, the temple attracts large numbers of devotees and travelers. Visitors are requested to adhere to the dress code: men should wear traditional or modest casual/formal clothing, such as shirts and trousers or kurta-pajamas, avoiding extremely brief shorts or bare-chested attire.

Women are advised to wear traditional Indian wear like sarees or salwar suits, or modest conservative clothing covering shoulders and knees. For those seeking prasadam, offerings typically include mishri (sugar crystals), sweets, or coconuts.

While there is no formal daily annadanam, local dhabas and stalls nearby cater to travelers. Photography is fully allowed for personal use, though commercial setups may require local discretion.

Accommodation options are available in Pali and Jodhpur, with nearby heritage hotels such as Rohet Garh (15 km), Mihir Garh (26 km), and Mahi Baagh Resort (7 km from Pali).

For those looking to explore further, nearby attractions include Lakhotia Garden in Pali (20 km), Bishnoi Village (3 km), Mehrangarh Fort (53 km), Umaid Bhawan Palace (52 km), and Ranakpur Jain Temple (95 km).

The nearest railway stations are Pali Marwar (20 km) and Jodhpur Junction (53 km), while the closest airports are Jodhpur Airport (51 km) and Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur (170 km).