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Unique pilgrimage site in Palitana offers breathtaking spiritual experience

Palitana, located in the state of Gujarat, India, offers a unique and captivating experience for tourists. This sacred city is renowned for its magnificent temples, which are perched atop the Shatrunjaya Hill. Visitors can embark on a spiritual journey by climbing over 3,000 steps to reach these awe-inspiring temples. The panoramic views from the hill are truly breathtaking. Palitana also boasts a rich historical heritage, with its numerous monuments and architectural wonders. For those interested in exploring further, a visit to the nearby city of Somnath is highly recommended. Palitana is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a blend of spirituality, history, and natural beauty during their trip to India.

Palitana offers a unique combination of historical sites, temples, biking trails, and monuments, making it an ideal destination for a cheap holiday.

  • Shatrunjaya: This historic site is a pilgrimage spot for Jain devotees and features over 3,800 intricately carved temples. The climb to the top of the hill is rewarded with stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Palitana, a city in Gujarat, India, offers a delightful dining experience with its local cuisine and unique dishes. One of the highlights is the Gujarati Thali, a traditional meal consisting of a variety of dishes served on a platter. This thali typically includes items like roti, dal, sabzi, rice, kadhi, and a selection of pickles and desserts. The flavours of Gujarati cuisine are known for their balance of sweet, sour, and spicy elements, creating a truly satisfying culinary experience.

When it comes to popular restaurants in Palitana, there are a few notable options. Sonali Restaurant Palitana is an Asian restaurant that offers a diverse menu featuring dishes from various Asian cuisines. Sam's Pizza is a pizzeria where you can indulge in delicious pizzas with a range of toppings. Sukh Sagar Dhaba is another Asian restaurant that specializes in comfort food like parathas and curries. Each of these restaurants brings its own culinary style to the table, ensuring a memorable dining experience in Palitana.

Palitana boasts a year-around average temperature of 27.3°C, peaking at 32.6°C in May, its warmest month, and dipping to an average low of 20.3°C in January, the coolest. Rainfall averages at 55.0mm annually, with July seeing the heaviest showers and January, February, March, April, May, November, December being the driest month.

Monthcalendar iconTemperature (Celcius)temperature iconRainfall (mm)rain icon
January20.30.0
February22.80.0
March26.80.0
April30.40.0
May32.60.0
June32.1104.1
July29.2293.1
August28.0143.0
September28.794.5
October28.824.9
November25.60.0
December22.20.0

The Palitana info point: What you need to know

Category
Details
LocationPalitana, Gujarat, India
Main AttractionPalitana Jain Temples
Best Time to VisitOctober to February
Duration of Visit1-2 days
WeatherHot and dry in summers, pleasant in winters
Don't MissVisiting all 863 Jain temples on Shatrunjaya Hill
CuisineGujarati cuisine, especially Dhokla and Fafda
Places to VisitShatrunjaya Hill, Kumar Pal Temple, Vishal Jain Museum

Top hotels in Palitana

Top3 Lords Resort Bhavnagar
Top3 Lords Resort Bhavnagar
3 out of 5
Plot No 1 2 Budhel Vertej Cross Road, Near BPCL Petrol Pump Bhavnagar, Bhavnagar, Gujarat
The price is ₹2,851 per night from 25 May to 26 May
₹2,851
per night
25 May - 26 May
5/10 (2 reviews)
Lords hotel should be called beggars
"Paid for buffet breakfast theirs was no breakfast what they did manage the make was of poor quality and took well over an hour to arrive. The rooms where old and tired do your self a favour and don’t go their"

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2024

Top3 Lords Resort Bhavnagar
Efcee Sarovar Premiere Bhavnagar
Efcee Sarovar Premiere Bhavnagar
5 out of 5
Opposite Victoria Park, Near ISCON Mega City, Bhavnagar, Gujarat
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹5,000 per night from 16 May to 17 May
₹5,000
per night
16 May - 17 May
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
Woman be aware!!!
"Be aware that the gym supervisor might be harassing your woman, let me get into this. This hotel is great and is above average for Indian standards and considering Bhavnagar isn’t a tourist city I was surprised to find this place at such an affordable rate l. Check-in was easy and the service was ..."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2024

Efcee Sarovar Premiere Bhavnagar
Iscon The Fern Resort & Spa, Bhavnagar
Iscon The Fern Resort & Spa, Bhavnagar
5 out of 5
Opposite Victoria Forest, Nr Sundarvas Bunglow, Jewel Circle, Bhavnagar, Gujarat
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹4,879 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
₹4,879
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
"Taxi service provided by you was awful unprofessional they did not give me receipt for over 4 days and still awaiting."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2023

Iscon The Fern Resort & Spa, Bhavnagar
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Popular places to visit

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Shatrunjaya

You can learn about the history of Palitana with a stop at Shatrunjaya. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.

Shatrunjaya

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