Gujarat is one of the favourite tourist regions in the country. From its scenic beauty to its lions, the state offers variety to its visitors. Picking up a Gujarat Holidays Package from the many available online is the best way to explore Gujarat. You can opt for a Gujarat Holidays Package based on a particular theme like a religious tour, natural tour, or a cultural tour.
Following are the top 4 places to visit in Gujarat:
Gir National Park:
It is famous for its wildlife. The site is the only place in India where you can spot mighty Asiatic Lions. Animals like chinkara, striped hyena, wild boar, rusty spotted cat, jackal, porcupine, sambar, etc. can also be located at the park. The sanctuary has about 250 species of birds present. Wildlife safaris are offered twice a day.
The national park is located close to Junagadh and Somnath. December to March is the best time to visit Gir National Park. Popular nearby attractions include Somnath Temple, Girnar Mountain and Nalsarovar Lake.
Rann of Kutch:
Rann of Kutch is the most abundant white salt desert in India. The best activity that can be experienced at Rann of Kutch is doing camel safari during the night during the highly popular Rann Utsav. It starts in December and ends in March. You can book eco-friendly accommodations in the nearby villages. Kala Dungar is a favourite sunset point.
Kutch is also famous for its handicraft items. Bird watching and wildlife safari are popular in the Little Rann of Kutch. You can even take a walk on the Mandvi Beach and visit the nearby popular sites of Bhuj and Dholavira.
Ahmedabad:
The city is famous as the 'Manchester of the East' due to its textile industry. Ahmedabad has many attractions that include historical monuments, religious sites, lakes, and amusement parks among others. The city is the place for visiting cultural sites. Ahmedabad is a mix of buildings with traditional and modern architecture.
Some of the popular tourist attractions in Ahmedabad that are worth visiting are Akshardham Temple, Kankaria Lake, Sabarmati Ashram, Adalaj Step Well, and Hathee Singh Jain Temple.
Somnath Temple:
The temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. It is famous as one of the most beautiful temples in India. A considerable number of devotees and tourists visit this beautiful temple every year. The temple is built in Chalukya style of architecture. It has gold and gemstone donned in its intricate carvings. The temple is located in a seaside location.
The temple is also recognised as Somnath Patan, Prabhas Patan, and Deo Patan. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel erected the temple of today in 1950. The temple is open from 06:00 AM to 09:30 PM.
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