Until recently, tourists from around the world didn’t know much about Gujarat - a place worth visiting. Especially when they were on tight budget or a tight schedule, they choose to visit other popular tourist destinations of India. However, a recent ad campaign by one of the most influential personalities of India made tourists to reconsider. This reconsideration worked as a revelation and tourists realized what they were missing all these years. There has been a natural flow in the numbers of tourists ever since.
Gujarat is a rich in heritage place and one can see India’s culture and history by visiting this state.
Here are top 5 Tourist Destinations in Gujarat:
1. Bhuj
Bhuj, capital of the Kutch Region, is known for its handicrafts. The cultural Bazaar of Bhuj has a history of its own; the architecture of Bhuj is no less than 300 years. However, the 2001 earthquake caused notable destruction, but the Indian heritage is still visible in Bhuj. At Bhuj, don’t forget to go to the famous textile dealers at Shroff Bazaar. Bhuj is northwest Gujarat and is 340 kilometres from Ahmadabad.
2. Dwarka:
Dwarka is respected by one and all. The reason is its religious significance; it is one of four most sacred Hindu sites for pilgrims. It is also one of the ancient religious cities of India. Dwarka has an important place in the Hindu Mythology. It was the first capital of Gujarat and is believed to be Lord Krishna’s kingdom according to the mythology. Some of the most important places to visit within Dwarka are Dwarkadheesh Temple, Jagat Mandir and Gomti Ghat.
3. Great Rann of Kutch:
It is considered as the largest Salt desert in the world. The Great Rann of Kutch is measured in an area of 16000 square kilometres. The Amazing fact about the Rann of Kutch is that it goes underwater during the monsoons. For the remaining time of the year, white salt is stretched out in the whole area. The beautiful view of it can be witnessed during full moon nights. Do not miss the magical moonlight Rann camel safari.
4. Gandhi Ashram:
Mahatma Gandhi, father of our nation is known as “Bapu” among us. His ideology & principles are not only followed by the Indians but the world has accepted how noble soul Bapu was. Here is a chance of lifetime for you to experience the life of Bapu. You can live at the Gandhi Ashram for a while by paying a fee and experience the vibe of Mahatma Gandhi’s soul at the place. It was established by Bapu himself in 1915.
5. Gir National Park:
Gir is one of the few places in world where you can see the majestic Asiatic lions. However with great conservation efforts, there has been an increase in the numbers of these lions. Apart from Lions, there is much other wildlife found at Gir including 300 different types of birds. If you want to spot lion, the best time to go to Gir is from December to March.
Gujarat is a rich in heritage place and one can see India’s culture and history by visiting this state.
Here are top 5 Tourist Destinations in Gujarat:
1. Bhuj
Bhuj, capital of the Kutch Region, is known for its handicrafts. The cultural Bazaar of Bhuj has a history of its own; the architecture of Bhuj is no less than 300 years. However, the 2001 earthquake caused notable destruction, but the Indian heritage is still visible in Bhuj. At Bhuj, don’t forget to go to the famous textile dealers at Shroff Bazaar. Bhuj is northwest Gujarat and is 340 kilometres from Ahmadabad.
2. Dwarka:
Dwarka is respected by one and all. The reason is its religious significance; it is one of four most sacred Hindu sites for pilgrims. It is also one of the ancient religious cities of India. Dwarka has an important place in the Hindu Mythology. It was the first capital of Gujarat and is believed to be Lord Krishna’s kingdom according to the mythology. Some of the most important places to visit within Dwarka are Dwarkadheesh Temple, Jagat Mandir and Gomti Ghat.
3. Great Rann of Kutch:
It is considered as the largest Salt desert in the world. The Great Rann of Kutch is measured in an area of 16000 square kilometres. The Amazing fact about the Rann of Kutch is that it goes underwater during the monsoons. For the remaining time of the year, white salt is stretched out in the whole area. The beautiful view of it can be witnessed during full moon nights. Do not miss the magical moonlight Rann camel safari.
4. Gandhi Ashram:
Mahatma Gandhi, father of our nation is known as “Bapu” among us. His ideology & principles are not only followed by the Indians but the world has accepted how noble soul Bapu was. Here is a chance of lifetime for you to experience the life of Bapu. You can live at the Gandhi Ashram for a while by paying a fee and experience the vibe of Mahatma Gandhi’s soul at the place. It was established by Bapu himself in 1915.
5. Gir National Park:
Gir is one of the few places in world where you can see the majestic Asiatic lions. However with great conservation efforts, there has been an increase in the numbers of these lions. Apart from Lions, there is much other wildlife found at Gir including 300 different types of birds. If you want to spot lion, the best time to go to Gir is from December to March.