Girnar

Girnar is a mountain in Junagadh district in Gujarat that rises above the surrounding plain and shelters several religious structures along its route. The stone stairway winds through rock formations and leads to different platforms where temples and places of worship stand.

Ashoka had inscriptions carved into the rock in the third century before Christ, which remain visible today. Over the centuries, more religious sites emerged, turning the mountain into an important destination for believers.

The shrine for Neminath draws worshippers who treat the long climb as a spiritual practice. The path leads past several sanctuaries where pilgrims pause to offer prayers.

The climb begins early in the morning when temperatures remain comfortable and light gently illuminates the landscape. The cable car offers a faster way to reach higher areas for those who wish to avoid the entire walk.

Old water reservoirs like Bhima Kunda lie along the route and still serve as resting points. These pools were carved into the rock and store rainwater that remains available for months.