25 Places To Visit In Junagadh

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Day 1 - Reach Junagadh, preferably by noon, and take some rest. In the evening, you can take a stroll in the old markets of Junagadh, which are famous for their handicrafts. Day 2 - The next day should be earmarked for a visit to the charming Gir Reserve, which has an exquisite range of flora and fauna. Since the day might prove to be taxing in visiting the Gir National Reserve, you can avoid a visit anywhere. Day 3 - The final day can start with a trek to the Girnar Hills, which is a famous hotspot in Junagadh. Not very far away from the same are Uperkot Fort and Ashoka Edicts, which add a touch of glorious Indian history to the city of Junagadh.

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1. Mahabat Maqbara

Top Attraction 3.5 /5

1 km from city center

Monument

Also known as Mausoleum of Bahaduddnbhai Hasainbhai, this place is a mausoleum and its unique architecture makes it one of the most important attractions of Junagarh.

Top Attraction 3.4 /5

1 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Over 2300 years old, with walls up to 20m high in some places, there used to be a 300 ft. deep moat inside the walls which reportedly used to be inhabited by crocodiles for the fort's protection.

Top Attraction 3.4 /5

10 km from city center

Hills & Valleys

Just 5 km from Junagadh town, Girnar Hills are a collection of hills, whose origins can be traced back to the Vedas. It has been considered to be a religious place even as long before in the Mohan-jo-daro period.

Top Attraction 3.4 /5

1 km from city center

Historical Site

These are two step wells inside the Uperkot Fort. Usually wells are dug into the ground through layers of soli, stones, etc. and the construction is like that done above the ground.

5. Gir National Park

Top Attraction 3.4 /5

58 km from city center

National Park

Being the sole home for Asiatic lions, this place is of course famous for spotting lions. Official count said that there were 411 lions in 2010. Also, there are roughly different 2375 species of fauna here with 38 species of mammals, over 300 species of birds, 37 species of reptiles and over 2000 species of insects.

Top Attraction 3.4 /5

2 km from city center

Monument

A site with an inscription of fourteen Edicts of Emperor Ashoka is found on a large boulder on the way to mount Girnar. It is located within 2km of Uperkot Fort and is a major tourist attraction.

3.1 /5

116 km from city center

Beach

Sarkeshwar Beach is one good place to relax and enjoy. Sound of the waves here are very soothing and the shore is lined by tiny and beautiful sea shells.

3.1 /5

1 km from city center

Cave

These aren't exactly caves but rooms carved out of stones and were used as monk's headquarters. The oldest, the Khapara Kodia caves belong to 3rd-4th century AD and are plainest of all cave groups.

3.1 /5

7 km from city center

Temple

There is a group of Jain temples in Girnar and are all unique yet similar in architecture and style. The Neminath Temple, built from 1128 AD to 1159 AD, is one of the main attractions.

2 km from city center

Zoo

Situated on the Junagadh Rajkot Highway, Sakkarbaug Zoological Gardens aka Junagadh Zoo aka Sakkarbaug Zoo is a massive zoological park in Junagadh popular for the purebred Asiatic lions. Besides a variety of birds and animals including wild boar, blue bull, antelope etc.; the park also has an in-house natural history museum and a veterinary hospital.

3.1 /5

9 km from city center

Temple

This is a massive annual event for Hindus. More than ten lakh pilgrims come to Girnar to carry out the procession. The procession of sadhus and pilgrims begins, and ends, at the Bhavanat Temple.

60 km from city center

Beach

Lined with gorgeous coconut trees and boasting of an ethereal landscape, Madhavpur is a stunning beach in Madhavpur. The other side of the beach, across the road, has verdant green grass and vegetation which makes the area look even more pleasant.

13. Shri Swaminarayan Mandir

1 km from city center

Temple

Located on Jawahar Road in Junagadh, Shri Swaminarayan Mandir is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan - a Hindu saint, yogi, ascetic and the founder of Swaminarayan Sampraday which is a Hindu religious sect. Lord Swaminarayan built the temple himself and idols of several deities were installed in the temple premises.

8 km from city center

Temple

Located on the top of the Girnar Mountain in Junagadh in Gujarat, Dattatreya Temple is revered Hindu temple. It is dedicated to the holy trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva collectively known as Dattatreya or Datta.

79 km from city center

Hot Spring

Located in the premises of Gir Forest National Park, Tulsi Shyam Springs is a group of three hot sulphur streams alongside a Lord Vishnu Temple. The first is warm, the second is slightly hot, and the third stream is boiling hot; it is believed to have curative powers. It is believed to a dip in the springs can cure one of the skin diseases.

1 km from city center

Temple

Situated on the top of the Girnar Hill in Junagadh, Gujarat, Goddess Ambe Temple or Ambe Mata Temple is a revered Hindu temple and an important pilgrimage site for the Hindus. Dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Ambe Ma, the shrine is mostly visited by newly wed couples. The temple also provides a picturesque view of the town below.

105 km from city center

Beach

Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach is a 6 kms long pristine coastline kissed by the sparkling waters of the Arabian Sea. Situated on the junction of Diu and Gujarat, the beach is dotted with windmills and boasts of soft white sands. The beach is ideal of swimming, water sports and dolphin spotting and is visited by a large number of tourists throughout the year.

1 km from city center

Museum

The former residencial palace of the rulers of Junagadh was later converted into a magnificent Darbar Hall Museum exhibiting the splendid possessions of the 19th century Nawabs. The repository has several galleries exuding with opulence and grandeur, decked with palatial rooms, goods, weapons, palanquins, pictures, photographs and artefacts etc.

6 km from city center

Temple

Jatashankar Mahadev Temple is a Hindu temple situated on the rear side of Mountain Girnar in Junagadh, Gujarat. The temple is enshrined by God Shiva in the form of his shivalinga which is naturally bathed by a stream flowing along and its water falling on the idol itself. The place is also the origin of river Sonrekh and is covered in ethereal beauty.

2 km from city center

Garden & Park

Situated inside the premises of Junagadh Agricultural University, Moti Baug is a botanical park. Established in memory of a pet dog by Nawab Muhammad Mahabat Khanji III, the park is popular for its rich greenery and colourful flora. Besides offering a refreshing space for walks and jogs, the park also sites a pond amid a line of banyan and other dense trees.

6 km from city center

Temple

At the base of Ashwatthama Hill in the Girnar Mountain range in Junagadh, Gujarat, there is a sacred Hindu temple called Shri Damodar Temple alongside a holy water pond called Damodar Kund. The temple is enshrined by Lord Krishna and is surrounded by natural beauty lush greenery. The premises also have a gaushala to tend to cows.

3 km from city center

Dam

Damodar Kund Water Reserve is situated at the foothills of Mountain Girnar and is considered holy by the Hindus pertaining to certain myths and legends. The ghat at the lake is used to cremate dead bodies and the water is believed to have properties to dissolve bones. The lake also has a temple and many poojas are performed at the site.

8 km from city center

Hills & Valleys

Dataar Hills is a holy site in Junagadh, Gujarat, popular for housing the shrine of Jamiyal Shah Datar at the top of the mountain peak. The shrine is worshipped by Hindus and Muslims alike. The shrine also offers a spectacular panoramic view of the town below and is a famous tourist spot. Urs festival is celebrated with great pomp and show.

3 km from city center

Dam

Wellington Dam in built over the Kalwa river at the foothills of Mountain Girnar in Junagadh and is a beautiful tourist spot. The water from Wellington Dam is used for commercial and domestic places in Junagadh and adjoining villages. The dam is best visited during monsoon when the rains increase the water level and you can watch he enchanting waterfalls.

1 km from city center

Mosque

Located in Uparkot area of Junagadh in Gujarat, Jama Masjid is a trademark monument of the city. Built in yellow sandstone, the mosque boasts of a spacious courtyard covered in white marble and a huge ablution tank in the premises. The inner walls have intricate carvings and the central dome is carved in the shape of a lotus flower.

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What are the top sightseeing places in Junagadh?

The top sightseeing places in Junagadh are Mahabat Maqbara, Uparkot Fort, Girnar Hill, Adi-kadi Vav & Navghan Kuwo, Gir National Park, Edicts of Ashoka.

How can I commute within Junagadh?

You can access the whole town on auto-rickshaws or by using taxis.
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Can you suggest an itinerary for Junagadh?

Day 1 - Reach Junagadh, preferably by noon, and take some rest. In the evening, you can take a stroll in the old markets of Junagadh, which are famous for their handicrafts.
Day 2 - The next day should be earmarked for a visit to the charming Gir Reserve, which has an exquisite range of flora and fauna. Since the day might prove to be taxing in visiting the Gir National Reserve, you can avoid a visit anywhere.
Day 3 - The final day can start with a trek to the Girnar Hills, which is a famous hotspot in Junagadh. Not very far away from the same are Uperkot Fort and Ashoka Edicts, which add a touch of glorious Indian history to the city of Junagadh.

Places To Visit In Junagadh

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25 Places To Visit In Junagadh

1. Mahabat Maqbara

2. Uparkot Fort

3. Girnar Hill

4. Adi-kadi Vav & Navghan Kuwo

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5. Gir National Park

6. Edicts of Ashoka

7. Sarkheswar Beach

8. Buddhist Caves

9. Jain Temples in Junagadh

10. Sakkarbaug Zoological Gardens

11. Parikrama of Girnar hills

12. Madhavpur Beach

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13. Shri Swaminarayan Mandir

14. Dattatreya Temple

15. Tulsi Shyam Springs

16. Goddess Ambe Temple

17. Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach

18. Darbar Hall Museum

19. Jatashankar Mahadev Temple

20. Moti Baug

21. Shri Damodar Hari Temple

22. Damodar Kund Water Reserve

23. Dataar Hills

24. Willingdon Dam

25. Jama Masjid, Junagadh

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1. Mahabat Maqbara

2. Uparkot Fort

3. Girnar Hill

4. Adi-kadi Vav & Navghan Kuwo

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5. Gir National Park

6. Edicts of Ashoka

7. Sarkheswar Beach

8. Buddhist Caves

9. Jain Temples in Junagadh

10. Sakkarbaug Zoological Gardens

11. Parikrama of Girnar hills

12. Madhavpur Beach

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13. Shri Swaminarayan Mandir

14. Dattatreya Temple

15. Tulsi Shyam Springs

16. Goddess Ambe Temple

17. Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach

18. Darbar Hall Museum

19. Jatashankar Mahadev Temple

20. Moti Baug

21. Shri Damodar Hari Temple

22. Damodar Kund Water Reserve

23. Dataar Hills

24. Willingdon Dam

25. Jama Masjid, Junagadh

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