Mumbai to Manilaxmi Jain Temple and Palitana: A Spiritual Journey through Gujarat

Day 1: Travel and Temple Visit

Mumbai, Maharashtra to Manilaxmi Jain Temple, Gujarat on May 5, 2025

8:30am

Depart from Mumbai CST

Start your early morning journey from Mumbai CST by train or car to Gujarat towards Manilaxmi Jain Temple. The scenic drive or train ride northwards offers a glimpse of the changing cultural landscape.
INR0 (cost variable depending on transport mode), 8h0m

4:30pm

Visit Manilaxmi Jain Temple

Explore the serene Manilaxmi Jain Temple known for its beautiful architecture and spiritual significance. It is a peaceful place attracting devotees and those interested in Jain culture.
INR0, 1h30m

6:15pm

Dinner at a Local Gujarati Restaurant

Enjoy an authentic Gujarati thali dinner at a nearby local restaurant, featuring traditional dishes like dal, rotla, and shaak.
INR300, 1h0m

Day 2: Palitana Temples

Manilaxmi to Palitana, Gujarat on May 6, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast in Manilaxmi

Start your day with a fresh breakfast of Indian chai and poha at a local eatery to energize for the climb ahead.
INR100, 0h30m

8:30am

Travel to Palitana

Drive or take transport to Palitana, a drive of approximately 2 hours. Palitana is famed for its stunning Jain temples perched on Shatrunjaya hills.
INR200, 2h0m

10:30am

Explore Palitana Temples

Begin the ascent to the Palitana temples, a complex of over 800 temples known as one of the holiest Jain pilgrimage sites. The climb involves about 3000 steps and is visually and spiritually rewarding.
INR50 (donation suggested), 4h0m

2:45pm

Lunch at a Local Eatery

Have a relaxing lunch with simple Gujarati food like khandvi and farsan at a restaurant near Palitana base.
INR250, 1h0m

4:00pm

Return journey to Mumbai

Begin your trip back to Mumbai or spend the night locally depending on your preference and travel plans.
INR0 (varies by mode), Optional overnight stay or 6-7hrs travel