Girnar
ગિરનાર
The highest sacred mountain in Gujarat, linked by nearly 10,000 stone steps to a cluster of Jain temples and the Datatreya Temple at the summit.
Girnar is a sacred mountain shared by Hindus and Jains. Its highest peak rises to about 1,069 metres. From the foot of the mountain to the Datatreya Temple on the summit there are about 9,999 steps, and the one-way climb takes 4–6 hours. Halfway up, at about the 5,000-step mark, is a complex of Jain temples built from the 12th century onward. The most famous is the Neminath Temple, known for its finely carved white marble. You can take a cable car to the area near the Ambaji Temple and walk the rest of the way to the top. It is best to start at 5–6 am to avoid the heat and bring plenty of water. Monkeys live along the trail, so keep your food secure.
Opening hours
Steps open all day; temple approx. 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Girnar Ropeway
- Bhavnath Mahadev Temple
- Damodar Kund
- Willingdon Dam
- Ashokan Rock Edicts
- Adi Kadi Vav
- Uparkot Fort
- Uparkot Buddhist Caves