TOURIST PLACES IN GUJRAT

  TOURIST PLACES IN GUJRAT

 

1. Geer

Gir National Park

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Gir National Park: The Majestic Home of the Royal King:
Apart from Africa, Gir National Park is the only place in Gujarat where you can roam wild animals for free. The actual search channel in India is located about 65 km southeast of the Junagadh district. On September 18, 1965, the government proposed a large geographical area of ​​Sasan Gir as a wildlife sanctuary to protect the Asiatic lion. It covers a total area of ​​1412 square kilometers, covering 258 km. Forms the main area of ​​the national park. The population was reduced due to reckless hunting by the people of Junagadh when they were completely destroyed from other parts of Asia. It was the attempt of the Nawab of Junagadh, who secured Queen Royalty in his private hunting grounds. In time, the Forest Officers' Department came forward to rescue the world's most endangered species. According to the 2015 census, out of a population of about 20 lions, they have been comfortable with 523. There are 106 male, 201 female, and 213 sub-adult lions in the desert of these four districts

Animals: The entire forest area of ​​the Gir National Park is dry and autumn, providing the best habitat for Asiatic lions. According to new 2015 data, the entire Saurashtra region is inhabited by 523 lions and over 300 leopards. In addition to these two animals, the park is home to two different species of deer. Sambar is considered to be the largest Indian deer. Gir forests are also known for the Chotanga - the only four-horned antelope in the world. These jackals, striped hyenas, and India Fox Gir are the smallest chickens found in the forest.

Birds: The exotic flora of Gir National Park supports over 200 species of birds, and in addition, the sanctuary is declared an important bird area by the Indian Bird Conservation Network. The Gir is also home to critics' extinct white-backed and long-guild vulture-like Raptors.
Reptiles: Sasan Gir has been blessed with more than 40 species of reptiles and amphibians. Kamleshwar - A large reservoir in the sanctuary is the best place where a large number of marsh crocodiles can be seen. There are several species of snakes, including park copra, Russell's wipers, so-scale wipers, and crate.
Gir Interpretation Zone, Deolia: Deolia Safari Park is an area of ​​sanctuary that offers a great opportunity for visitors to experience the intimate beauty and the forest of the area. The safari tour is carried out in a minibus that takes visitors to the second cross-section of Gir. Travelers can see a good variety of wildlife in a 20- to 30-minute tour, including an Asiatic lion here.



2. Saputara

Snuggling happily to the Sahyadris or the Western Ghats, Saputara is a small yet special place in Gujarat. Considered the state's most popular hill station, the green forests and charming waterfalls in Saputara; Beautiful sunrise and sunset and consistent atmosphere enhance the beauty of the area. It is a great place for those who want to meditate on the beauty of nature; Spend cozy moments with a loved one or just love them all.

Geography
Saputara is located in the Dang district of Gujarat. This beautiful hill station is located about 1000 meters above sea level. It is located on the strip of the Dang jungle area. Adding to the beauty of Saputara is the Sarpanga River which flows through the city. The hill retreat is 80 km from Nashik (Maharashtra), 112 km from Bilimora (Gujarat), 172 km from Surat (Gujarat), 280 km from Mumbai (Maharashtra), 300 km from Vadodara (Gujarat) and Ahmedabad (Ahmedabad). Gujarat) is 420 km away. Summer temperatures reach a maximum of 32 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 27 degrees Celsius. In winter, the temperature, on the other hand, is between 16 degrees Celsius and 10 degrees Celsius. Saputara receives an average rainfall of 254 cm (from July to September) during the monsoon.

History:

Saputara has mythological significance as it is believed that Lord Rama ruled here for 11 years. The name Saputara literally means 'Sanctuary of Serpents' and one can find an image of a snake on the bank of the Sarpanganga river flowing into any city.

Places to visit:
Saputara is one of the most well-organized and organized hill stations in India. Here you can enjoy a cable car and a paddle boat ride, visiting the beautiful gardens and museums. This is a great opportunity for those who like to hike and travel. Those who want to see the beauty of nature also have special points to visit

Sunrise Point

Sunrise Point is about 1.5 km from Saputara to Waghai. Is. This place offers the best views of the region around Saputara and Malgong. So even if one misses the sunrise, it will enjoy a beautiful panoramic view from here any day.

Sunset point / Gandhi peakThe sunset point in Saputara provides a vantage point from which a very picturesque view of the Dang Forest can be seen. The forests surrounding Saputara are covered with tribal villages, so tribal settlements can also be followed from far away from Sunset Point. Gandhi Shikhar can only be contacted by ropeway from Vaiti Ropeway Resort.




3. Somnath Temple



Next in the list of famous places in Gujarat is a famous temple. One of the most sacred of Lord Shiva's 12 Jyotirlingas, the Somnath Temple is not just a religious place. The shrine is also a wonder since Arabia is on the shores of the sea. It was destroyed once in gold by Lord Soma, once in silver by Ravana, once in wood by Krishna, and once in stone by King Bhimdev. It is a stone building that is now taller, and millions of devotees come and seek God’s blessings.

The modern-day Somnath Temple was built for five years from 1947 to 1951 and was given by the then President. It was inaugurated by Rajendra Prasad.
It is believed that Shivalinga is safely hidden in the temple, which is the stone of the well-known Simhanta Mani, philosopher, associated with Lord Krishna. It is said that it was a magical stone, capable of producing gold. It is also believed that the stone had alchemical and radioactive properties and could form a magnetic field around it which helped float the ground.
Its reference to the temple is found in ancient Hindu texts such as Shremm Bhagwat, Skandapuran, Shivpuri and Rig Veda which indicate the importance of this temple as one of the most popular pilgrimage sites in India.
According to historians, the site of Somnath has been a pilgrimage site since ancient times as it is known as the Sangam site of three rivers, Kapil, Hiran and Puranic Saraswati. The Sangam was known as the Triveni Sangam and is thought to be the place where the lord Soma, re-bathes and regains his glowing muscles. As a result, this is considered to be the waxing and waning of the moon at the shoreline or the tide and the waning of the ship.
Legend has it that the initial structure of the temple was first created by the moon god, who built the temple from the temple. The sun god used silver for its construction, while Lord Krishna made it with the help of the moon.
According to the Hindu scholar, Swami Gajanand Saraswati, the first temple scan was built 7, 99, 25,105 years ago from the traditions of Prabhu Khand of Purana.
The temple was destroyed in the hands of Mahmud Ghazni, Khilji's army in 1296, Muzaffar Shah in 1375, Mahmud Begda in 1451 and Aurangzeb in 1665.
The temple is said to be located in such a place that there is no land in a straight line along the Somnath coast to Antarctica. An inscription in Sanskrit, found on the Arrow-Pillar, called the Bon-Stamph, built on the wall of marine protection at the Somnath Temple, is said to have been situated at one point on the Indian side of the land, which would become the first point. At that longitude at the south-pole at the north longitude.
According to the Skanda Purana, the name of the Somnath temple will change when the world is rebuilt. It is believed that when Lord Brahma will create a new world after the recent one, Somnath will receive the name of Pran Nath Temple.
On the walls of the temple, along with Shiva, sculptures of Lord Brahma and Vishnu can also be seen. According to Prabhasabha of Skanda Purana, answering Parvati's question, Lord Shiva said that till now Somnath has been named 8 times.

According to another reference in the Skanda Purana, there are about 6 Brahmans. This is the 7th Brahma era called Shatananda. Lord Shiva also states that in the 7th era, the temple was named Somnath and in the last era Shivling was called Mityunjaya.



4. The desert of Kutch
 

The desert of Kutch is perhaps the most beautiful thing comfortably nestled between the endless Thar Desert and the mighty Arabian Sea, the desert of Kutch is a mesmerizing wonder of sand and salt. On a full moon night, a desert jewel looks as bright as a diamond, bringing with it a surreal sense of peace. Cultural events Full moon night, tents are raised and night miracles are celebrated. Truly one of the most beautiful places to visit in Gujarat.
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During the winter, the desert of Kutch is home to the Flamingo, all the way here from Siberia! The white desert creates the delicate shade of pink, and it offers the chance to enjoy the proximity of elusive birds and many others. But the best time of the desert festival is to visit Gujarat with Kutch desert music, cultural shows, dance, food, camel safari, and their revenge flaunting artisans coming alive.During the monsoon season, it is completely submerged in water and visitors return home.


5.Rani Key Wave, Patan


Rani Kiwi is a rare UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by the Queen in memory of her King! Sort of like the Taj Mahal and one of the best places to visit in Gujarat. It is an ancient step made in the memory of Bhimadeva in the early 11th century by Udayamati. Along the stairs will take you down seven levels, it is home to more than 1,500 sculptures. The best part about it is that it has only recently been discovered because the Saraswati river supplied it in previous years, and it has only been excavated now and has become a popular tourist destination.

6. Shivaji Fort

History

The fort of Sonadh was built between 1729-1766 by the founder of the Gaikwad dynasty, Pillaji Rao Gaekwad. Deliberately built on top of a high mountain as a useful point to watch over enemies, this fort is also a shining example of ancient architecture where the influence of both the Mughals and the Marathas is evident.

Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire in western India in 1664, was known for his forts; At the time of his death, he was in possession of about 370. Many, such as Panhala fort and Rajgad existed before them, but others like Sindhudurg and Pratapgarh were created from scratch. Also, the fort of Raigad was built on the orders of Shivaji, the capital of the Maratha Empire by Hiroji Indalakar (Deshmukh), as a place of a throne. This is the place where Shivaji was subjected to treason and even today his tomb stands in front of the Jagadishwar temple. These castles were at the center of their empire and their remnants are one of the leading sources of information about their rule.

Famous for

The fort of Songadh literally means 'gold' ie gold and 'fort' fort, which means 'fort of gold'




7. Gira Falls

The beautiful waterfalls surrounded by the Ambika River are a favorite among tourists and are frequented by nature-lovers. About 3 km from Waghai Town in Dang district. Located farther away, the Gira Falls is a 75-foot fall that originates from the Kapri Taburi and falls into the Ambika River.

It will never be better to capture the beauty of Gira Falls in its true form and it makes for a great weekend trip from Saputara. It makes for a great stopover for people traveling from Saputara to Surat. The best season to visit the falls is during and after the monsoon season.

The speed of the water flowing into the river creates a dim appearance which gives it a charming feeling. It attracts tourists seeking a break from city life and is slowly evolving into a popular picnic spot.


The falls are located on the Gira river near Girmal village, about 8 km west of Shinglala. It can be reached either by Ahva and Singla or by the route connecting Navpur and Sinhala. Vehicles are allowed at a distance of about one kilometer from the waterfall. From the parking area, charming waterfalls can only be reached by walking.

You should go to Saputara - the only hill station in Gujarat where there are many things to keep yourself busy. The most popular attraction here is Saputara Lake which is situated in the middle of the valley. You can rent boats and enjoy a quiet lake.

Tourists also visit the nearby beautiful botanical garden, which has a variety of plants and trees, which give a wonderful view of different varieties of small bamboo vessels. A tour of Waghda National Park is ideal if you can find a tiger or a leopard. There are no accommodation options around the water but Saputara has many amenities, cottages, and log huts. Vansda National Park: Originally, the private forest of the Maharaja of Vansad, the park now has 24 square kilometers. The area is covered. Despite its small size, the park has tigers, leopards, pangolin, rusty-spotted cats, pythons, giant squirrels, four-horned antelopes. Prior permission from the Chief Wildlife Warden is required before visiting the park.
Saputara: The beautiful hill station of Saputara, about 50 km from Gira Falls, is situated on a bar in the Dang jungle area of ​​Sahyadri Range. Saputara is the only hill station in Gujarat and is blessed with natural beauty and bio-diversity and offers so much in the form of gardens, gardens and sanctuaries.
Purna Wildlife Sanctuary: Reputed to be the largest forest cover in Gujarat, Pupu Wildlife Sanctuary is 50 km away from Saputara. Animals include leopards, sloth bears, and rhinoceros. The sanctuary also has a high tribal population.



8. Gaumukh Temple

History

The Gaumukh Temple is located near Don Town in the Songadhi Tappi District. Gaumukh Temple is the oldest temple of Shiva. This temple is surrounded by forest so it is very famous among the people. It's the best place for a traveler to hang out. The Gujarat government declared this place a few years back as a tourist destination. Some renovation work also does their job.

Famous for
This is the oldest temple of Gurmukh Mahadev. This place is surrounded by forest. The atmosphere of this place is peaceful and pleasant.

Best time to visit
The best time to visit any Shiva temple during the Shravan month is.

Best time to go
At dusk.



9. Dawn Hill Station

In the early days
Earlier, people had to travel 85 km, taking a detour through Chinchali and Babul Ghat to reach Dawn from neighboring Maharashtra. Since it was a difficult journey, many tourists did not visit the village of Dun. Thanks for giving the farmers their land for the development of a new road at Don Hill Station. Now that the distance to travel to Dawn Hill Station is very short, the huge influx of district administration tourists is anticipating Gujarat's second hill station.
Location -
Dawn, a visible hill station in southern Gujarat, has been hidden from the tourist hub so far. The height of this hill is 1000 meters above sea level. Dawn Hill Station has located 30 km from the city of Ehwa, about 8.5 km. About 2.5 km outside the road, By the way, that road passes through a mountainous ferry like "Saputara".

Geography
The little village Don has a climate that is consistently pleasant, toward the cold, all year round. Dawn has a population of about 1,200 tribes, has its bio-diversity and natural fossils and has a rich "Dangi" heritage. Gujarat will become the second hill station after Saputara.




10. Shabari Dham Temple



History
Full of intriguing myths, this tranquil temple is believed to be where Lord Ram met Shabri while seeking his wife Sita, and after tasting each one of them, ate the berries offered to him to make sure she was good. The three stones on which Lord Ram, his brother Laxman and Shabari are said to have sat, are still worshiped. About 6 km from Shabari Dam Pampa Lake is the source of water associated with the story of Lord Rama's bath.

                                  
 
Shabiridham Temple is the place where Lord Ram Bhil met the woman, Shabari. Lord Ram, his brother Lakshman ate the berries offered by Shabari's mother here. The stones on which they are supposed to be sitting are still worshiped.

From the Ramayana, we are well aware that Devi Sita was forcibly taken away by Ravana. Lord Ram set up a search mission to find his wife. During this mission, Lord Ram and Lakshman reached the mountain, on which Shabari has been waiting for them for years.

The people there relaxed. Meanwhile, they were given a fruit called 'bear' by Shabari.

The statues of Ram, Laxman, and Shabari were organized in 2004 at the present temple. The story of the Ramayana is painted on the walls of the temple.

Famous for
Over the past few years, the temple has grown around its surroundings. Parking lot, parking lot, a concrete road on top, neat pavements, fountains, lush gardens, a big thumbs up for that. There is a pump lake near Shabari Dham, it is a really attractive and beautiful lake to look at.