Monday 14 October 2013

Mt Girnar, the Highest Point in the State of Gujarat

It is a known fact that Mt. Girnar is the place with highest altitude in the state of Gujarat. The Gujaratis are kind-hearted people and love Pilgrimage and hiking adventures. No wonder why Girnar has been the top choice for Jainism pilgrimage for many decades now. This hill station is located on the eastern side of Junagadh district and is a centre for all handicraft activities.

The fifteenth century renowned poet, Narsinh Mehta often used to visit Giranr in the wee hours of morning for the auspicious bath. Many literary experts believe that many of his composed Prabhatiya poems have been inspired at the Taleti (base) of Girnar parvat where he used to take the baths. Girnar Pilgrim site consist of the famous Jain Tirthankars and many other Hindu Temples. The journey itself to the top is as auspicious as the aim to reach there. There are many different holy sites en route to the top and at every 2000 steps there is a Jain Prayer Point.

At the top the adventure seekers can get beautiful photographs of the magnificent Panoramic view of the Junagadh Valley. Once you reach the top you have a deep feeling of auspiciousness and serenity within yourself and it is said to enlighten the mind.

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