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Girnar

temple, India

Also known as: Raivata, Ujjayanta

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location in Gir Hills

In Gir Range
…because of the ancient Jaina temple of Girnar (historically called Raivata or Ujjayanta) situated on one of the hills; the temple is a major place of pilgrimage.
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