Palitana Tour Packages



When you conceive a plan of spending your vacations in Gujarat, then Palitana should be an indispensable stopover in your itinerary. There is a surprise in store at each and every tourist spot in Palitana. Palitana is basically a religious site and attracts many pilgrims besides general tourists. Palitana tour packages will take you on a journey that covers the major tourist attractions. A majority of these tourist attractions depict architectural brilliance and are a visual treat.

Let us begin the journey by looking at the imposing mount of Shatrunjaya which boasts of an unmatched splendor and glory. This mount of Shatrunjaya is located about one kilometer from the heart of Palitana. The whole summit of this grand mount Shatrunjaya is dotted with about 900 temples, each vying for your attention.

Tour packages of Palitana are available at attractive rates and cover a whole lot of fun and excitement for the tourists. These Tour packages of Palitana will reveal a lot of interesting pieces of information that will be simply captivating. Palitana had been under the influence of the Mughals for a long time. Thus, there was a lot of struggle and war for occupying this land.

There are many small temples and sarais at this place, the prominent one being Kala Bhandars or the museums. The mountain at this place is linked to Rishabhdev, the first tirthankar who was better known as Adinath. The whole of this hilltop is covered with temples. The most celebrated names amongst these are of Kumarpal, Vimalshah, Adinath, Chomukh and Samprati Raja. The numerous half palaces, temples, half fortresses that are built of splendid marble, their spires touching the skies, offer a sight that’s matchless for its sheer magnitude and scale.

The Palitana tour packages also offer glimpses of harmony between the Hindu and the Muslim community. This is evident at the Muslim shrine of Angar Pir. Many women who do not have any children come here to offer their prayers at the shrine of Angar Pir, who is supposed to bless them with children.

So, to experience the real flavor of Palitana, Palitana tour Packages are the best option.

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  • Explore Gujarat with Mumbai

    12 Nights / 13 Days
    Mumbai - Bhavnagar - Palitana - Ahmedpur Mandvi - Sasan Gir - Junagadh - Rajkot - Wankaner - Ahmedabad - Mumbai
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  • Gujarat Heritage Tour

    7 Nights / 8 Days
    Ahmedabad – Jambughoda- Chhota Udaipur (Chhota Udepur)- Jambugodha - Uthelia - Bhavnagar - Palitana - Gondal - Wankaner - Ahmedabad
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  • Gujarat Tribal Tour with Wildlife

    17 Nights / 18 Days
    Ahemdabad - Poshina - Danta - Dasada - Kutch - Rajkot - Gondal - Junagadh - Gir - Palitana - Balasinor - Chhota Udaipur - Ahemdabad
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  • Incredible Gujarat Tour

    9 Nights / 10 Days
    Vadodara - Chhota Udepur - Ahemdabad - Palitana - Gir - Gondal - Dasada - Balaram - Ahmedabad
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FAQs

Q: How many days are sufficient to visit Palitana?

Ans: Palitana is located in Bhavnagar district and state of Gujarat. It is basically a religious site and attracts many pilgrims besides general tourists. To explore Palitana with other important destinations in Gujarat, it takes minimum 8 to 10 days. However, you can explore this place only in 1 or 2 days.

Q: Why Palitana is famous?

Ans: Palitana attracts tourists as well as pilgrims, as the whole summit of grand mount Shatrunjaya is dotted with about 900 temples, each vying for your attention. There are many small temples and Sarai’s at this place. The prominent one is Kala Bhandars or the museums. The mountain at this place is linked to Rishabhdev, the first Tirthankar who was better known as Adinath.

Q: When is the best time to visit Palitana?

Ans: Winter season (October to March) is the best time to visit Palitana including other part of Gujarat.

Q: What are the other important places around Palitana?

Ans: Palitana is a major pilgrimage centre for Jains and is located in the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat. The other important places around Palitana are as below:

  • Ahmedabad
  • Bhavnagar
  • Rajkot
  • Vadodara

Q: Which is the nearest railway station to reach Palitana by train?

Ans: There is a railway station in Palitana and it is connected from Ahmedabad and Bhavnagar. However, nearest railhead is Bhavnagar which is 55 kms. from Palitana.

Q: Is there any airport in Palitana?

Ans: The nearest domestic airport is Bhavnagar, which is 51 kms from Palitana and 1-hour drive approx.

Q: What are the good hotels in Palitana?

Ans: The only best hotel in Palitana is Vijay Vilas Palace, which is a heritage hotel and offers commendable accommodation facilities.