Jain Tirths in Gujarat — Palitana, Girnar & Taranga
By Experience My India Team
Gujarat is home to major Jain tirths including Palitana (Shatrunjaya), Girnar near Junagadh and Taranga. Palitana, with hundreds of temples atop Shatrunjaya hill reached by a long stepped climb, is among the holiest Jain pilgrimage sites.
Major Jain pilgrimage sites
Palitana is the most famous: the Shatrunjaya hill holds hundreds of intricately carved marble temples, reached by a climb of several thousand steps that pilgrims complete on foot. Girnar, near Junagadh, has important Jain temples partway up the hill, shared with Hindu shrines higher up. Taranga in north Gujarat is another significant Shvetambara tirth.
These sites involve significant climbs; plan for an early start and confirm any seasonal or timing restrictions before you go.
