Category: Gujarat

Gujarat is a potpourri of art, craft, dance, and literature, and is famous for its unique culture. It’s interesting to learn about the different cultural aspects of Gujarat and understand their significance. Origin, Ethnicity and Language of Gujaratis The ethnic lineage of the Gujaratis is derived from the Gurjars, who arrived in India along with …

In the lines of 12 Jyotirlinga Temples, this temple stands 1st. According to legend, 27 daughters were married to Daksha Prajapati by Chandra (Moon God). Of the 27 wives, Chandra spent much of her time with Rohini. The other wives protested to their father about the approach Chandra had taken. Daksha called for fair justice …

One thing to note about the Jain community is that wherever they settle a Jain temple is bound to come up. One can travel to towns and cities across India and there are to be found small and large Jain temples in abundance. In some cases the Jain temples are centuries old and the Chintamani …

Surat is a city in the state of Gujarat and is linked with the name of Saurashtra. Surat is placed and located on the slopes of the Tapi River and spans across the peninsula of the state. It is highly developed due to its continuously upheld and former significance as a business hub. This city …

Location: Western India, Gujarat Founded in: 1743 by Rawal Udaysinghji Best Time to Visit: October to March Local Transport: Cycles, scooters, bicycles, rickshaws. Places to See: Kusum Vilas Palace, Ratanmahal Sanctuary, Sardar Sarovar Dam. Souvenirs: Khadi materials, handicrafts. Rawal Udai Singh Ji found this city of Chhota Udepur in 1743 AD. History has it that …

Location: Western India, Gujarat Founded in: 10th century AD by Siddhraj Jaysinh Best Time to Visit: October to March Local Transport: Non metered auto rickshaws Places to See: Thali building, Rudra Mahalaya, Bohra Muslims Mansions Souvenirs: Local wares, handicrafts Siddhpur, Sristhal, is a pious city in Gujarat. Rig Veda mentions it to be existing in …

Surat is a located in a beautiful spot- it has hill stations as well as amazing beaches in its vicinity. Parts of Western Ghats fall in this area, which are a magnificent and dazzling range of hills. Surat has many weekend getaway spots which also gives you a variety to choose from and decide the …

Gujarat has its share of lakes, many of them man made by local rulers and some of them naturally occurring water bodies. If you visit Gujarat then you may like to include one of the top ten lakes in Gujarat in your itinerary. Let’s have a go. Narayan Sarovar Location: Narayan Sarovar is located near …

Kutch; this name needs no introduction. Even you might have never been Gujarat, the splendor of Kutch won’t be a secret for you. Worldwide known for the largest white salt desert, Kutch is an international tourist destination in India. Though it is only a district, holds the honor of being the backbone of Gujarat’s tourism. …

Lord Shiva is one of the holy trinity the other two being Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma. Shiva is the destroyer and thereby enables creation of the new. Some worship him simply as Shiv Bhagwan while others consider him the supreme Brahman or Atman of the universe; some consider him an ascetic or the founder …