Junagadh is a hidden gem tucked away in Gujarat at the foot of the Girnar hills. Formerly a princely state, Junagadh when translated means “old fort“. Located at about 355 kilometers south west of the capital city of Gujarat, Junagadh has a rich past with Nawabs, belonging to the Pashtun clan in Afghanistan. The architectural developments in the city reflect the multi-cultural past it has had. Famous for its Kesari mangoes, Junagarh is a quaint place away from mainstream tourist sectors and best for a quick getaway from the hectic city life. The top five places to visit in Junagadh are: [Read more…] about Top 5 Places To Visit In Junagadh
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Top 5 Places To Visit In Patan
Patan is the former capital of Gujarat. The ancient, fortified town was built by the then king Vanraj Chavda in 745 AD. Attacked by Mohamud Ghazni in AD 1024, the city sprung from its ruins only to become the Suba headquarters of Sultanate Delhi, before it was known as the capital city of the Gujarat Sultanate. Famous for its exquisitely woven Patola sarees, Patan is a hub of the finest-made textiles in the world. Situated around 130km from the capital of Gujarat, Ahmedabad, the city is well connected to roads and railways to other regions. Due to its extreme climatic conditions, best time to visit Patan is during winter when the temperature drops down. Let us take a look at the attractions of this ancient town of Patan. [Read more…] about Top 5 Places To Visit In Patan
Top 6 Places To Visit In Pavagadh
A mere forty seven kilometers from Baroda, the archeologically rich heritage of Pavagadh is situated surrounding a lush green mountainous region in the state of Gujarat. In the year 2006, it was decreed as a world heritage site due to its ancient architectural significance, resulting in a gradual increase of tourism and archaeological study. Pavagadh is famous for its picturesque surroundings and various buildings dating as far back as 11th century, making it an ideal location for study of the history of that region. Here are some of the most popular destinations in Pavagadh: [Read more…] about Top 6 Places To Visit In Pavagadh
Top 10 Places To Visit In Rajkot
One of the largest cities in Gujarat, Rajkot is situated on the periphery of Aji and Nyari rivers. Built by the Thakur Saheb Vibhaji Ajoji Jadeja from the lineage of Jadeja clan in 17th century AD, the city has been a seat for the Jadeja rulers. Famous for its silk work, gold jewellery and watch parts, Rajkot is a fast developing city of the nation. It also holds a position in top 10 cleanest cities of India. The city was also a home to Mahatma Gandhi as he spent the initial days of his childhood here. Here are top 10 places that are a must visit when in Rajkot. [Read more…] about Top 10 Places To Visit In Rajkot
Top 5 Places To Visit In Porbandar
Situated on Saurashtra’s western coast in the Indian state of Gujarat, Porbandar is a coastal city sharing its boundary with the Arabian Sea. The River Asmavati meets the Arabian Sea at Porbandar. The city has been mentioned in history since the time of Mahabharata as the city is the birth place of Lord Krishna’s friend Sudama. Traces of late Harappan civilization have also been found here and hence the place becomes of prime importance throwing light on the maritime activities of that time. In the modern Indian history the city is the birth place of Mahatma Gandhi and is also known as the ‘Janambhoomi’. The city of Porbandar has also been a princely state during the times of the British rule. Being richly blessed in terms of physical scape the place has a coastline, hills, rivers, lakes, fields and plains. The city of Porbandar has also been an important trading centre and is a well- known port of Gujarat. Here is a list of top 5 places to visit in Porbandar. [Read more…] about Top 5 Places To Visit In Porbandar
Top 10 Places to Visit in Vadodara (Baroda)
Vadodara, also known as Baroda, is the third largest city of Gujarat. Quieter than the capital Ahmedabad, Baroda resides on the banks of River Vishwamitri. After taking over The British in Gujarat the Marathas took the city under them. The Gaekwad clan of the Marathas made Vadodara as their capital and Maharaj Sayajirao III laid the foundations of the modern Vadodara. It is also known to be one of the fastest growing cities of Gujarat and is also an institutional hub. Vadodara is said to be the cultural capital of Gujarat. Enlisted here are the top 10 places to visit while in Vadodara. [Read more…] about Top 10 Places to Visit in Vadodara (Baroda)