Girnar is an ancient hill in Junagadh, Gujarat, India. It is one of the holiest pilgrimages for Jains, where the 22nd Tirthaṅkara, Lord Neminath attained omniscience, and later nirvana along with other five hundred and thirty three enlightened sages.

2024年11月29日 · The Temple of Gorakhnath is perched on Gujarat’s highest peak at 1117m. The steep peak Dattatraya is topped by a shrine to a three-faced incarnation of Vishnu. Atop the final outcrop, Kalika is a shrine to the goddess Kali. Brief History: Girnar Hill is believed to be the Nirvana bhumi of 22nd Tirthankara Lord Neminatha.

There is a group of temples of Jainism on Mount Girnar near Junagadh in Junagadh district, Gujarat, India. While almost all the temples belong to the Śvetāmbara sect, some also belong to the Digambara sect. The hill and some of the temples are considered sacred by both Digambara and the Śvetāmbara branches of Jainism.

Mt.Girnar (Junagadh district) is a sacred hill both to the Hindus and Jains. The Jains call it Mt. Neminath. According to traditional history, Siddhas have used it as a retreat to undertake tapasya since ancient times. The 3660 feet hill is connected with Lord Krishna.

2023年11月10日 · Nestled amidst the stunning landscapes of Gujarat, India, the Girnar Jain Temples stand as a testament to the rich cultural and religious tapestry of the region. Perched atop the Girnar mountain range, these temples have endured centuries, witnessing the ebb and flow of time while remaining steadfast in their spiritual significance.

2022年7月8日 · Girnar, a historic hill in Junagadh, is 3672 feet tall and is covered in 866 Hindu and Jain temples that are located throughout its peak. To get to the top, one must ascend 9999 steps. According to legends, Girnar Hill is a sacred site for Hindu worshipers.

Famous for its temple and altitude, Girnar is the tallest peak in Gujarat with an elevation of 3600 ft above sea level. The sheer height of the place and the fact that it is located in Gujarat makes Winters (September - March) the best season to visit the temples in Girnar.

Girnar Temples are considered as the second most respected Jain pilgrimage. This land, this mountain, this pilgrimage in Junagadh, Gujarat, has been the dwelling place of our twenty-second Tirthankar, Lord Neminath.

The Girnar hills is a famous pilgrimage spot of the temple of Guru Dattatreya who is considered to be the human manifestation of the Hindu trinity of Gods, Bramha Vishnu & Maheshwara. This temple is the landmark for the peak Guru Shikhar on the Girnar hill and is surrounded on all sides by thick vegetation and wildlife.

Girnar, an ancient hill in the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India, stands as a testament to the region’s rich cultural, historical, and spiritual tapestry. With its highest peak reaching about 1,031 meters (3,383 feet) above sea level, Girnar is more than just a geographic landmark.