Girnar Mountain Range is one of the exquisite mountain ranges of Gujarat located at an average elevation of 3660 feet above mean sea level. It is located in the outskirts of the Junagadh district in the western state of Gujarat and is the highest peak in the state. This mountain range has five peaks, which consists of beautifully carved stone temples which are the popular pilgrimage destination among the Jain and Hindu community in the state. It is believed in Hinduism that if one climbs Girnar hills barefooted, one earns a place in heaven.

The Gir reserved forest is located near the Girnar Hills, which is the home to the Asiatic lions in India. It is located in the east of Junagadh at a distance of 5 km. There is a rock at the foot of the hill, bearing an inscription of Ashoka (2nd century BC). It also has two other inscriptions, which dates back to 150 and 455 AD. For its much acclaimed Kathiawadi culture Girnar is indeed well known.

The Girnar mountain range has some of the well carved Jain temples. The most popular temples located in this mountain range are temples of `Jatashanker Mahadev` and `Gaumukhi Ganga`. The famous places like `Sheshavan`, `Bharanvan` and `Hanumandhara` are nearer to the temple of `Gaumukhi Ganga` are located near the `Gaumukhi Ganga`. These temples are mainly constructed under the supervision of Gupta dynasty. These shrines add to the beauty of the mountain range which can be viewed from a distance.

Thus with its look and lush greenery it is one of the most attractive mountain ranges of Gujarat. Located besides the Damodarji temple this mountain range adds to scenic beauty of the place.

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