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Girmal Falls

Girmal Falls

Girmal waterfall is located 8 km from Nishana on Ahwa-Nawapur Road near Girmal Village of Dang District in Gujarat. This waterfall extends to a height of up to 100 feet, making it the highest waterfall of Gujarat. The picturesque beauty of this site makes it popular among visitors and people of the region alike. The water swiftly falls from a great height, creating a fog like condition that’s eye catching.

The government of this state is working on many projects to make this place an ideal picnic spot and a tourist attraction. The fall comes to its best form at the time of monsoon and provides an immensely striking appearance. Some of the best natural features of Gujarat can be explored in this place. This place is a nice and refreshing retreat for any traveler.

Nearby Places to Visit
Gavdahad View Point
On route to Girmal and Nishana, this is a beautiful view point for visitors to explore. It’s a stunning view point that was developed by the Forest Department in proximity to Gavdahad village. The view point looks over a green part of Purna Sanctuary, which is surrounded by the U-shaped Gira River. The Eco-Development Department (EDC), under the control of forest department, currently functions a restaurant at this location and it is interestingly named the U-Turn Restaurant. This point also has four Giri Lodges with an Orientation/interpretation centre and attached bathroom facility.


Purna Sanctuary
This is a wealthy and large forest positioned between the Gira and Purna Rivers. The admirable beauty of its hilly section makes this a great attraction close to Girmal Falls. Picnic huts can also be found and make for a fun exploration. Entry to the forest requires prior permission from officials.


Dang Darbar
This is one of the most significant regional festivals celebrated annually before Holi, generally during March or April. People of Saputara gather together to celebrate an old custom of political pensions offered to the tribal kings. This festival is celebrated with music, color, dance, merry making and selling of tribal wares. Travelers can play a part and enjoy the festivities.


Saptashringi Devi Mandir
This is one of the most renowned religious places of Gujarat. Saptashringi Devi is the sister of Goddess Kali and tourists from far flung places come here to worship the deity. The temple is located 50 km away from Saputara. This place is renowned as the mountain with seven peaks. During Dussehra and Navaratri, this temple is decorated for visitors.


Botanical Garden
A Botanical Garden closeby has a rich variety of fauna and flora. This place covers around 24 hectares of land and is as retreat for tourists and nature lovers. The garden is home to more than 1400 vegetation varieties and some rare plants like Golden Bamboo, Beer Bottle Bamboo and Chinese Bamboo. Each plant is classified differently and is kept in order of its species. It lies only 24 km from Saputara, which makes it easily accessible.


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