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

Mahabat Maqbara is the mausoleum of Bahaduddin Bhai Hasain Bhai and one of Junagadh's most distinctive monuments, known for its unique and ornate architecture. The intricate detailing on its facade and minarets makes it a popular stop for visitors interested in the city's historic Nawabi-era structures.

Top Attraction 3.4 /5

1 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Uparkot Fort is an ancient fortification in Junagadh, believed to be over 2,300 years old, with walls rising up to 20 metres in some places. The fort once had a 300 ft deep moat that was reportedly home to crocodiles for added protection. Within its grounds are step wells, Buddhist caves, and ruins that reflect centuries of continuous habitation and rebuilding.

Top Attraction 3.4 /5

10 km from city center

Hills & Valleys

Girnar Hills are a collection of ancient hills revered as a sacred site by both Hindus and Jains, with a history of religious significance stretching back centuries. Girnar's highest peak is the tallest point in Gujarat, and the hills are home to numerous temples along the slopes, drawing pilgrims and trekkers year-round.

Top Attraction 3.4 /5

1 km from city center

Historical Site

Adi-kadi Vav and Navghan Kuwo are two ancient step wells located inside Uparkot Fort, notable for being carved directly into solid rock rather than built up from ground level like most step wells. The unique construction technique and scale of these wells make them an interesting stop for visitors exploring the fort complex.

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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

The Edicts of Ashoka is a site featuring an inscription of fourteen edicts issued by Emperor Ashoka, carved onto a large boulder along the route to Mount Girnar. Located within 2 km of Uparkot Fort, the site offers a glimpse into ancient Mauryan-era governance and is a popular stop for history enthusiasts.

7. Sarkheswar Beach

3.1 /5

116 km from city center

Beach

Sarkheswar Beach is a quiet spot to relax by the sea, with soothing waves and a shoreline scattered with small, colourful seashells. It's a peaceful alternative to Junagadh's more crowded attractions, ideal for an easy walk or some time by the water.

3.1 /5

1 km from city center

Cave

The Buddhist Caves in Junagadh aren't natural caves but rooms carved directly out of rock, once used as quarters for Buddhist monks. The oldest among them, the Khapara Kodia caves, date back to the 3rd-4th century AD and are the plainest and simplest of the cave groups in design.

3.1 /5

7 km from city center

Temple

The Jain Temples on Girnar are a cluster of shrines, each unique yet similar in architectural style, spread across the hill's upper slopes. The Neminath Temple, built between 1128 and 1159 AD, is the most prominent among them and a major draw for pilgrims and architecture enthusiasts alike.

2 km from city center

Zoo

Sakkarbaug Zoological Gardens, also known as Junagadh Zoo, is a large zoological park popular for its purebred Asiatic lions. Alongside the lions, the park is home to a variety of birds and animals including wild boar, blue bull, and antelope, and also houses 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

Madhavpur Beach is lined with coconut trees and offers a scenic, unspoiled landscape by the sea. Across the road from the shoreline lies a stretch of lush green grass and vegetation, adding to the area's peaceful, off-the-beaten-path appeal.

13. Shri Swaminarayan Mandir

1 km from city center

Temple

Shri Swaminarayan Mandir on Jawahar Road is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan, the founder of the Swaminarayan Sampraday sect. The temple was built by Lord Swaminarayan himself, and its premises house idols of several deities.

8 km from city center

Temple

Dattatreya Temple sits atop Girnar Mountain and is revered as a shrine dedicated to Dattatreya, the deity representing the combined form of the Hindu trinity: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. It's one of several temples pilgrims visit on their way up the mountain.

79 km from city center

Hot Spring

Tulsi Shyam Springs, located within the Gir Forest area, is a group of three natural hot sulphur streams set beside a Lord Vishnu temple. The three streams vary from warm to boiling hot and are believed by visitors to have curative properties, with a dip said to help with skin ailments.

1 km from city center

Temple

Goddess Ambe Temple, also known as Ambe Mata Temple, sits atop Girnar Hill and is an important pilgrimage site dedicated to the goddess Ambe Ma. The shrine is especially popular with newly married couples seeking blessings, and it offers sweeping views of the town below.

105 km from city center

Beach

Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach is a 6 kms long clean 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

Darbar Hall Museum occupies the former residential palace of Junagadh's rulers, now converted into a museum exhibiting the possessions of the 19th-century Nawabs. Its galleries showcase palatial rooms, weapons, palanquins, photographs, and other artefacts reflecting the opulence of that era.

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

Moti Baug is a botanical park located within the Junagadh Agricultural University premises, established by Nawab Muhammad Mahabat Khanji III in memory of a pet dog. Known for its rich greenery and colourful flora, the park offers a refreshing space for walks and jogs, along with a pond set amid a line of banyan and other dense trees.

6 km from city center

Temple

Shri Damodar Hari Temple sits at the base of Ashwatthama Hill in the Girnar range, alongside the holy water pond known as Damodar Kund. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and surrounded by lush greenery, with a gaushala on the premises for tending 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

Willingdon Dam is built over the Kalva river at the foothills of Girnar Mountain and is a scenic spot popular with visitors. Water from the dam serves Junagadh and its surrounding villages, and the site is best visited during the monsoon, when rising water levels create enchanting waterfalls.

1 km from city center

Mosque

Jama Masjid, located in the Uparkot area of Junagadh, is one of the city's landmark monuments, built in yellow sandstone. The mosque features a spacious courtyard covered in white marble, a large ablution tank, intricately carved inner walls, and a central dome carved in the shape of a lotus flower.

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FAQs on Junagadh

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

Junagadh Travel Packages

Divine Temples & Lion Safari: Gujarat’s Iconic Journey | 06Nights/7Days

4 Nights Summer Yatra to Somnath and Dwarka

Gujarat Holy Pilgrimage and Sightseeing Tour

Saurashtra Heritage, Temple & Wildlife Tour – 5D/4N

Gir Wildlife & Saurashtra Heritage Tour – 5 Days / 4 Nights

Somnath, Dwarka and Junagadh 4-Night Heritage Tour with Sasan Gir Safari

5. Gir National Park

6. Edicts of Ashoka

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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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