Girnar Lili Parikrama
Pilgrims walk the circuit around the mountain, about 36 km, over several days. The walk begins and ends at Bhavnath, and our guest house is just there to rest before and after.
A quiet roomat the footof Girnar
Shree Panch Dashnam Juna Akhada Guest House, Bhavnath Taleti, Junagadh. Simple, clean rooms behind Bhavnath Mahadev Temple, a short walk from the first of Girnar’s 9,999 steps.
Heading to the Lili Parikrama or the Mahashivratri Mela? Rooms fill early. Call ahead.
- Behind Bhavnath Mahadev TempleBhavnath Taleti, Junagadh
- A short walk to Girnar TaletiWhere the 9,999 steps begin
- Junagadh Junction about 5 kmAutos and taxis to our door
- Twin, family and double roomsAir-conditioned rooms available
A building shaped like a Shivling
Shree Panch Dashnam Juna Akhada raised this seven-storey building at Bhavnath Taleti to shelter the saints who come to Girnar. Its central tower is built in the form of a Shivling, marked with three white bands and a red dot.
Around 120 rooms rise on its seven floors, and Lord Dattatreya is worshipped within the compound. The guest house shares that quiet, so families, pilgrims and trekkers can rest here between darshan at Bhavnath Mahadev and the long climb up the mountain.
Three kinds of rooms, all close to the steps
Pick the room that suits your group. Call us for today’s rates and for adjoining rooms if you are travelling with many people.
Twin bed AC room
Two beds, a window air-conditioner and a sofa chair for a restful night before the climb.
View room
Family room
Two large beds side by side, with space for the whole family and their bags.
View room
Double bed room
One large bed, a wooden floor and a bright window. Simple and calm.
View roomYour Girnar day starts at our gate
The climb to Girnar’s highest shrines is about 9,999 steps. Staying at Bhavnath Taleti lets you begin in the cool early hours and come back to a room that is a short walk away.
- Start
Bhavnath Taleti
Seek blessings at Bhavnath Mahadev Temple, then walk to Girnar Taleti and the first step.
- Climb
Jain temples
The lower hill is crowded with finely carved Jain temples along the stairway.
- Pause
Ambaji temple
A major Shakti shrine and a natural place to rest. A ropeway also serves this area, so check its timings.
- Higher
Gorakhnath peak
The highest point of Girnar, with wide views across the Junagadh plains.
- Summit
Dattatreya paduka
After a descent and a final climb, the footprints of Lord Dattatreya mark the 9,999th step.
When Bhavnath fills with pilgrims
Two great gatherings turn Bhavnath Taleti into a city of devotees. Rooms go first, so plan your stay early.
Bhavnath Mahashivratri Mela
A five-day fair at Bhavnath Mahadev Temple that climaxes on Mahashivratri night. Naga sadhus and lakhs of devotees gather at the foot of Girnar.
Getting to Bhavnath Taleti
- By trainJunagadh Junction is about 5 km away. Autorickshaws and taxis go to Bhavnath Taleti.
- By busJunagadh bus stand is about 6 km away. Take an auto or local transport towards Bhavnath.
- By roadRajkot is about 105 km, Jamnagar about 140 km and Ahmedabad about 315 km from Junagadh.
- By airRajkot has the nearest major airport. Allow two to three hours by road to Junagadh.
Questions pilgrims ask us
Where is Shree Panch Dashnam Juna Akhada Guest House?
We are at Bhavnath Taleti, Girnar, Junagadh, Gujarat, behind Bhavnath Mahadev Temple. Girnar Taleti, where the climb begins, is a short walk away.
How do I book a room?
Call or WhatsApp 96274 27283 with your dates, the number of guests and the room type you prefer. We confirm availability on the phone.
What types of rooms do you have?
We have twin-bed air-conditioned rooms, family rooms with two large beds, and double-bed rooms. See the rooms page for photos.
What is the best time to climb Girnar?
Winter, from November to February, is the most comfortable season because the 9,999 steps are cooler. Start early in the morning whatever the month.
When is the Girnar Lili Parikrama?
The Lili Parikrama is held in the Hindu month of Kartik, from Ekadashi to Purnima, usually in November. Check the Hindu calendar for the exact dates and book your room early because Junagadh fills up.
How far is the railway station?
Junagadh Junction is about 5 km from Bhavnath Taleti. Autorickshaws and taxis run between the station and the foot of Girnar.
Are meals, parking and a lift available?
Please call 96274 27283 before you travel. We will tell you exactly what is available on your dates.
Planning a Girnar visit? Call before you travel.
Tell us your dates and how many are coming. We will confirm rooms and answer questions on the phone.