Travel Tips: You will go crazy after seeing the beauty of these Jain temples present in Gujarat, definitely include them in the destination list!

We all know very well that as soon as the name of the state of Gujarat comes, the image of its colors and food starts coming to our mind, but let us tell you that Gujarat holds a special place from the spiritual point of view also. Gujarat is considered one of the strongholds of Jainism. Gujarat is a state where not just one or two but many Jain temples are present and each Jain temple has its own distinct specialty. Some of these Jain temples are very big and very famous. If you are also going to visit Gujarat state, then you must go to visit these Jain temples, otherwise, your trip may be incomplete. Let us tell you through this article about the famous and beautiful Jain temples located in the state of Gujarat -

* Shri Girnar Teerth, Junagadh:

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Let us tell you that the Shri Girnar mountain range is home to temples. The most famous of which is the temple of the 22nd Tirthankara Neminath. Regarding this temple, it is believed that he meditated on Mount Girnar. The layout of this temple is very beautiful. To reach this temple and worship the idol of Lord Neminath, you have to climb 9500 stairs. It is said that it is more than 84 hundred years old. It takes up to 5 hours to climb it. Nearby there is also the Mallinath Temple and the 15th century Parshvanath Temple.

* Shantinath Jain Temple, Kothara:

Let us tell you that in total there are five Jain temples present in Abdasa of Kutch. But the most popular among them is Shanti Nath Jain Temple which is especially famous for its magnificent architecture and sculpture. Let us tell you that the height of Shantinath Jain temple is almost equal to a two-storey building. It has five domes, whose tall minarets rise towards the sky.

* Vasai Jain Temple, Bhadreshwar:

If you are going to visit Gujarat then you must definitely see the Vasai Jain Temple located in Bhadreshwar. Let us tell you that the Vasai Jain temple, famous by the name of Bhadreshwar Tirtha, was built by Devchandra, who was a Jain devotee. It is said that the Vasai Jain temple, located just 1 km away from Bhadreshwar, had to face earthquakes several times, but still, the temple was renovated by Jain devotee pilgrims.

* Palitana Temple, Bhavnagar :

Let us tell you that when we talk about the most famous Jain temples in Gujarat, the name of Palitana Temple of Bhavnagar is definitely taken. Let us tell you that the grand group of Jain temples is situated on Shatrunjay Hill in Palitana, adjacent to Bhavnagar. Very few people are aware that 23 Tirthankaras had visited Palitana temples, hence it is considered a holy place for pilgrims. The construction work of this Jain temple started in the 11th century and continued for about 900 years. The specialty of these temples built here is the excellent carvings on the walls, ceilings, and paths, of which the most magnificent carvings are displayed in the main temple, Adinath Temple. The special thing here is that no one can stop here after the sun sets.