Lord Neminath Temple, Girnar

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Lord Neminath Temple is situated on Mount Girnar, which is situated around 4 km from the main town of Junagadh. Edit

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Lord Neminath temple is considered to be one of the oldest temples in the world dating back to around 84785 years. It is also one of the largest temples dedicated to Lord Neminath, the 22nd Jain Tirthankar. The followers of Jainism believe that Lord Neminath became a yogi after he saw animals being slaughtered for food in his wedding. Soon after that he decided to leave all the worldly affairs and came to Girnar. It was here that after a lot of difficulty and hardships, he attained enlightenment. Lord Neminath died at Mount Girnar after 700 years of meditation. The temple is rectangular in shape beholding the idol of Lord Neminath made out of black granite with jewelled eyes, sitting in the lotus posture.

Lord Neminath Temple, Girnar

HistoryEdit

Lord Neminath Temple was constructed between 1128 and 1159. Along with the carved ceilings, the pillars of this temple have carvings of Jain tirthankars. As per legend, Neminath died on Mount Girnar after meditating for around 700 years.

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Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

More than 3 hours.

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxies are also available from airport and railway station to reach the site.

Bus : State transport buses and private transport are easily available to reach Girnar.

Train : Nearest railway station is 5 km from Junagadh and easily available trains for Ahmedabad, Rajkot and other major cities. After reaching railway station take taxies or local transport to reach Girnar.

Air : The Nearest airport is at Rajkot about 100 km from Junagadh, is well connected with Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi and many major Indian cities. The nearest International airport is in Ahmedabad. After reaching airport take taxies or local transport to reach Girnar.

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Things to CarryEdit

Carry food and more drinking water bottles because Restrurents are not available on the hill. And also carry camera to capture some clicks.

Safety / WarningEdit

It is advisable to Start your journey early in the morning so that you can reach the place before the heat prevails. One cannot climb the hills and cover each temple in Gujarat’s hot weather. Months of April till June are best to avoid.