Palitana is situated about 51 Kms. South west of Bhavnagar. It is about 182m above sea level and is the base for the nearby hill top complex of Shatrunjaya. “SHATRUNJAYA” literally means the place of victory and is Jain’s most sacred pilgrimage site. At the foot of the hill flows the Shatrunjaya River.The hill has [...]
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Palitana in Bhavnagar City
February 2nd, 2010 by admin
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January 14th, 2010 by admin
Palitana
A 56 Kms. drive from Bhavnagar , Palitana lies at the foot of the Shatrunjaya Hill, with the Shatrunjaya River flowing to its south, making this place one of the most picturesque places of pilgrimage in India . The sacred hill rises in a crescendo of magnificent temples – 863 in all – that soar [...]
