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Girnar Travel Guide
Exploring the Beauty and Culture of Girnar: A Travel Guide
Girnar is a beautiful and sacred mountain located in the Indian state of Gujarat. The mountain is known for its stunning scenery and rich cultural heritage, making it a popular destination for travelers.
Located at an altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level, Girnar offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The mountain is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, including a number of rare and endangered species.
One of the main attractions of Girnar is the Girnar Temple, which is a complex of temples located on the mountain. The temple is an important religious site for the Jains, and it is believed to be one of the oldest temples in India. The temple offers a peaceful and serene environment for visitors to explore and learn about the Jain religion and culture.
In addition to the temple, Girnar also offers a variety of other activities for visitors to enjoy. These include hiking, birdwatching, and visits to local villages to learn about the culture and traditions of the region.
Overall, Girnar is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the beauty and culture of Gujarat. With its stunning mountain scenery, rich cultural heritage, and array of activities, Girnar offers something for everyone.
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Ashok Shilalekh
Ashoka's Rock Edicts belong to 250 BC where around 14 edicts of Ashoka are located on the route to the Mount Girnar Hills. This Rock edict is hand carved on large piece of Volcanic rock, its written in language Pali. This was done by Great Indian emperor, Ashoka from Mauryan Dynasty.
Girnar Jain Tirth
Girnar Jain Temples is a group of temples dedicated to the two major branches of Jainism - Digambara and Svetambara. The temple complex exists amidst the Girnar Mountains located in the district of Junagadh in the Indian state of Gujarat. It takes climbing about 10,000 steps to reach the top of the temple complex. Some idols are as old as 84,000 years and very well maintained by and for the followers who visit the temple with a wish to attain Moksha.
Girnar Ropeway Udan Khatola
Girnar Mountain is located in the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India which is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus, and Jains is best viewed via its exclusive ropeway. From the exquisite landscapes, verdant mountains, lush green forests, breathtaking flora, and fauna to the Girnar mountain peaks one can witness the beauty of Junagadh in all its glory.
Girnar Wildlife Sanctuary
It was established in 1965 in the erstwhile Nawab of Junagarh's private hunting area, with a total area of 1,412 km2, of which 258 km2 is fully protected as national park and 1,153 km2 as wildlife sanctuary. It is part of the Khathiar-Gir dry deciduous forests ecoregion. Wildlife Sanctuary are one of the most significant national parks in India that provides shelter to the Asiatic Lions. Apart from the lions, it also possesses innumerable species of various plants and animals.
Guru Dattatreya Paduka Mandir
Girnar Hill holds a special place for the Hindu devotees. Dattatreya Paduka, an ancient temple located on 9,999 step of Girnar Hill, is the most revered site for Hindu. Locals say that Paduka of Guru "Dattatreya" is resting on the uppermost tonk of the Girnar. As per the facts, Guru Dattatreya is the incarnation of the three Hindu gods Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. The place is visited by naga sadhus. Many of the sadhus claim that they have seen the sights of Guru Dattatreya. Gorakshanath Temple, Dattatreya Temple, and Amba Mata Temple are some other temples that are other Hindu Temples that are worth visiting.
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