or SOMNATH PATTAN, a town of India, in the Guicowar's dominions, on the S.W. coast of the peninsula of Guzerat, 28 miles N.W. of Cape Diu. It is surrounded by a thick and strong wall, which is further strengthened by a ditch on all sides, except where it is washed by the sea. The situation of the town is very fine, commanding a wide prospect over the Arabian Sea. It contains numerous mosques, but is chiefly remarkable for a celebrated temple, which stands on a hill to the north-west. This building is not very large, its internal dimensions being 96 feet by 68; but it is now in a very dilapidated condition. It once attracted immense crowds of worshippers at certain seasons, and was attended by a vast number of Brahmins, and other dependants. The town has a good harbour and a considerable trade. Pop. 5000.