Bhrigu Rishi Temple is visited by considerable number of Hindu pilgrims. The temple has great religious significance for the people of Bharuch city. This city was traditionally known as 'Bhrigukachba', from which the name Bhrigu Rishi Temple was derived. The temple was created for the tribute of a great Hindu saint named Bhrigu. He was able to accomplish sainthood by reaching the appropriate balance between knowledge and commotion.