Girnar, also known as
Girinagar or
Revatak Pravata, is a group of mountains in the
Junagadh District of
Gujarat, India, situated near
Junagadh. Older than
Himalayas, Girnar, the mountain and its range are considered sacred and it's an important pilgrimage site for both
Jains and
Hindus, who gather here during the
Girnar Parikrama festival. Significantly famous among Shiva devotees for the mystic space-time of the mountain range with known presence and turnover of different sects of
Sadhu Babas,
Nath sect, different
Jain Tirthankaras to Girnar, its typical flora and fauna, the famous
Maha Shivratri fair, Girnar hosts a number of temples and some historical spots across its range. Amidst the lush green
Gir Forest, the mountain range serves as the hub of religious activity.