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Hidden in the forested hills of Panchmahal district, the Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary is one of Gujarat’s best-kept nature secrets. Located just 70 km from Vadodara and 20 km from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Champaner-Pavagadh, this 130.38 sq km protected forest offers a genuine wildlife experience away from the usual tourist crowds. The sanctuary …
Dwarka — the more you say about this city, the less it seems. Known worldwide as the abode of Lord Shree Krishna, Dwarka is one of the Sapta Puri, the seven holiest cities in India, situated where the Gomti River meets the Arabian Sea. As the legendary kingdom of Lord Krishna, Dwarka also holds the …
Porbandar is famous as the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and, by local tradition, the childhood home of Sudama, Lord Krishna’s devoted friend. This coastal Gujarat city also draws visitors for its beaches, bird sanctuary, and royal heritage sites. This list of places to visit in Porbandar reflects the city’s most popular and commonly recommended attractions, …
Hutheesing Jain Temple is one of the most significant Jain temples in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, and a well-known symbol of Jain heritage in western India. The temple takes its name from its founder, wealthy Jain merchant Seth Hathee Singh (Hathisinh Kesarisinh). Built predominantly in white marble, Hutheesing Jain Temple is dedicated to Shri Dharmanatha, the 15th …
Gujarat is a state known for its colour, warmth and strong sense of community, and this comes through clearly in its weddings. Gujarati people are famously hospitable, and their wedding ceremonies reflect that same warmth — every ritual, from the first engagement meeting to the final farewell, is built around family participation and joyful celebration. …
Gujarat, known for its tradition, culture and heritage, is one of India’s most vibrant travel destinations. The state has drawn travellers for generations because of its colourful festivals, devotional fairs and deep-rooted folk culture. Beyond the festivals celebrated across India, Gujarat hosts hundreds of its own unique regional fairs and melas throughout the year. Gujarat …
Ahmedabad became India’s first UNESCO World Heritage City in 2017 — and every summer, it also becomes one of India’s hottest cities, with temperatures regularly crossing 45°C between April and June. Water parks near Ahmedabad see their highest footfall during these months, offering families and groups the best way to escape the heat. This guide …
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 …