Junagadh

Junagadh is a historical town in the Indian state of Gujarat. The city lies at the foot of the Girnar hills at a distance of 376 km from Ahmedabad. The main attraction of the place is the Junagadh Fort which was originally built in 319 BC. The ancient Buddhist caves and the huge, fifteen feet cannon is really worth seeing. Another place of tourist interest is the Girnar Hill. One has to climb around 10,000 steps in order to reach the top of the hill. Various Jain temples are situated atop the hill. Damodar Kund, built in 500 AD, is a sacred bathing tank which lies a km away from the foot of the Girnar hill. Other attractions in Junagadh include Sakkarbaug Zoological Garden, Science Museum, Willingdon Dam and Damodarji Temple.

Damodar Kund
How to Reach from Ahmedabad

Junagadh is 376 km from Ahmedabad. Buses and trains are available from Ahmedabad to reach Junagadh.

Accommodation at Junagadh

Hotel Girnar
Tel: 9727723944

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