😋 Shrikhand
This light, airy curd-based dessert is one of the oldest desserts to emerge from India and also finds mention in food historian’s KT Achaya’s book, The Historical Dictionary of Indian Food. “To dewater curd, it was hung in a muslin bag for a few hours; sugar and spices added to the mass yielded shikharini (identical to modern day shrikhand), first noted around 500 BC,” writes KT Achaya. Flavoured with cardamom, pistachios, almonds, saffron, and nutmeg, shrikhand can be had on its own or lapped up with thin, hot puris.
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This light, airy curd-based dessert is one of the oldest desserts to emerge from India and also finds mention in food historian’s KT Achaya’s book, The Historical Dictionary of Indian Food. “To dewater curd, it was hung in a muslin bag for a few hours; sugar and spices added to the mass yielded shikharini (identical to modern day shrikhand), first noted around 500 BC,” writes KT Achaya. Flavoured with cardamom, pistachios, almonds, saffron, and nutmeg, shrikhand can be had on its own or lapped up with thin, hot puris.
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Gotila Garden-Talav
Gotila Garden-Talav is a vibrant green garden situated in Sindhubhavan Road, Thaltej in Ahmedabad. Blessed with vibrant flowers, beautifyl water sprinklers, quaint benches and shady trees, the garden is a haven for city dwellers as well as birds. People also come here to look at the numerous birds that flock the place at early morning or late evening.
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Gotila Garden-Talav is a vibrant green garden situated in Sindhubhavan Road, Thaltej in Ahmedabad. Blessed with vibrant flowers, beautifyl water sprinklers, quaint benches and shady trees, the garden is a haven for city dwellers as well as birds. People also come here to look at the numerous birds that flock the place at early morning or late evening.
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Navlakha Palace
This is amongst the oldest places and is the most gracious of the palaces in Gondal. Situated on the banks of a river it has great masonry work supervised by patrons of architecture. It has a height of 30m above the bed of the river. There is a clock tower from the town side and is seen when there is a majestic gateway at the entrance This entrance is the way to a wide space with a lot of administrative blocks. There is a magnificent stairway with a left side balustrade. This left side leads to a lot of intricately carved structures and has an open terrace. There is a spacious hall called the Durbar Hall, which has a row of windows that face a Verandah. It is supported by brackets, lying in front of the beautiful river.
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This is amongst the oldest places and is the most gracious of the palaces in Gondal. Situated on the banks of a river it has great masonry work supervised by patrons of architecture. It has a height of 30m above the bed of the river. There is a clock tower from the town side and is seen when there is a majestic gateway at the entrance This entrance is the way to a wide space with a lot of administrative blocks. There is a magnificent stairway with a left side balustrade. This left side leads to a lot of intricately carved structures and has an open terrace. There is a spacious hall called the Durbar Hall, which has a row of windows that face a Verandah. It is supported by brackets, lying in front of the beautiful river.
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Sanskar Kendra
Established in 1956, Sanskar Kendra is the city museum located in Paldi in Ahmedabad. The museum is a collection of exhibits depicting art, culture, history, and architecture of the city of Ahmedabad. It also boasts of housing the longest incense stick in the world. Another section in the same museum is devoted to the unique Kite Museum called the Patang Kite Museum.
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Established in 1956, Sanskar Kendra is the city museum located in Paldi in Ahmedabad. The museum is a collection of exhibits depicting art, culture, history, and architecture of the city of Ahmedabad. It also boasts of housing the longest incense stick in the world. Another section in the same museum is devoted to the unique Kite Museum called the Patang Kite Museum.
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Warli Painting
The beauty of warli paintings is that each one tells a unique story. In Gujarat, it’s a style commonly practised by the artisans of the Dang district. It uses a combination of simple shapes, that each bear a symbolic meaning. Traditionally used as a wall decoration, many of the tribal huts in the villages of South Gujarat have these paintings on their walls. If you look closely at each one, you’ll notice that every symbol of Warli art carries a strong message. For example, central motifs symbolize the mother goddess. Squares represent fertility and prosperity and triangles symbolize mountains and trees.
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The beauty of warli paintings is that each one tells a unique story. In Gujarat, it’s a style commonly practised by the artisans of the Dang district. It uses a combination of simple shapes, that each bear a symbolic meaning. Traditionally used as a wall decoration, many of the tribal huts in the villages of South Gujarat have these paintings on their walls. If you look closely at each one, you’ll notice that every symbol of Warli art carries a strong message. For example, central motifs symbolize the mother goddess. Squares represent fertility and prosperity and triangles symbolize mountains and trees.
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TRIBAL CULTURAL MUSEUM
The Tribal Cultural Museum is one of the best places to visit in Silvassa if you’re a history buff or an inquisitive soul. It provides a rare opportunity to get acquainted with the lifestyle of tribal people of Silvassa. It exhibits tribal objects like hunting tools, handmade musical instruments, kitchen articles, fishing gear, etc.
The entire museum spans across an outdoor space and two medium-sized rooms and is managed by the state government. You can also spot here wedding dresses of the brides and photos of the eventful ceremonies that were celebrated within the tribal communities. The tourists from all across the world visit this museum to have an intricate view of the cultural legacy of Silvassa.
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The Tribal Cultural Museum is one of the best places to visit in Silvassa if you’re a history buff or an inquisitive soul. It provides a rare opportunity to get acquainted with the lifestyle of tribal people of Silvassa. It exhibits tribal objects like hunting tools, handmade musical instruments, kitchen articles, fishing gear, etc.
The entire museum spans across an outdoor space and two medium-sized rooms and is managed by the state government. You can also spot here wedding dresses of the brides and photos of the eventful ceremonies that were celebrated within the tribal communities. The tourists from all across the world visit this museum to have an intricate view of the cultural legacy of Silvassa.
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Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary
Another wildlife sanctuary on the Gulf of Kutch, the Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary is divided into two parts, the agricultural lands and the wetlands. And in these lands, you can spot different types of animals like wolves, blue bull, jackal and jungle cat as well as many species of birds, including billed ducks, demoiselle cranes and flamingoes. In case you are already planning, remember, the nearest airport to the sanctuary is in Jamnagar. And the best time to visit is between October and March
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Another wildlife sanctuary on the Gulf of Kutch, the Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary is divided into two parts, the agricultural lands and the wetlands. And in these lands, you can spot different types of animals like wolves, blue bull, jackal and jungle cat as well as many species of birds, including billed ducks, demoiselle cranes and flamingoes. In case you are already planning, remember, the nearest airport to the sanctuary is in Jamnagar. And the best time to visit is between October and March
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Golden Bridge Near Bharuch
The gorgeous golden bridge resembles a magnificent labyrinth and spans the Narmada River between the cities of Ankleshwar and Bharuch. This crossing, also known as the Narmada Bridge, was constructed so that business and government officials would have easier travel between the two sides of the river.
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The gorgeous golden bridge resembles a magnificent labyrinth and spans the Narmada River between the cities of Ankleshwar and Bharuch. This crossing, also known as the Narmada Bridge, was constructed so that business and government officials would have easier travel between the two sides of the river.
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Terracotta, Sabarkantha
In the Sabarkantha district of Gujarat, in the town of Poshina, is where you will see the finest display of terracotta work in Gujarat. Thousands of terracotta horses stand in rows in a tribal shrine in Poshina, as offerings to the local Goddess. Nearby, the surrounding villages have similar carved horses. The local people offer these figures to their deity and pray for good health, prosperity and luck. The tribes folk of the villages pride themselves in their delicate creations. The potters are called kumhars and the horses and other figures like elephants that they create have become common fixtures in gardens. From a little village in Gujarat, the craft has spread far and wide. You’ll find these traditional terracotta sculptures in households all over the world.
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In the Sabarkantha district of Gujarat, in the town of Poshina, is where you will see the finest display of terracotta work in Gujarat. Thousands of terracotta horses stand in rows in a tribal shrine in Poshina, as offerings to the local Goddess. Nearby, the surrounding villages have similar carved horses. The local people offer these figures to their deity and pray for good health, prosperity and luck. The tribes folk of the villages pride themselves in their delicate creations. The potters are called kumhars and the horses and other figures like elephants that they create have become common fixtures in gardens. From a little village in Gujarat, the craft has spread far and wide. You’ll find these traditional terracotta sculptures in households all over the world.
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Fun Time Arena
Fun Time Arena is a water park in Vadodara situated on the outskirts of the city. The premises are divided into two areas, namely, the water park area called Blueball, and a multi-cuisine restaurant called the Greenball area. The water park is not that big and is ideal for a short retreat on a hot summer day. You can spend a few hours here, de-stressing and floating around in the swimming pool or dancing to the latest beats in the rain dance arena. A separate section for kids is also available where the waters are shallow.
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Fun Time Arena is a water park in Vadodara situated on the outskirts of the city. The premises are divided into two areas, namely, the water park area called Blueball, and a multi-cuisine restaurant called the Greenball area. The water park is not that big and is ideal for a short retreat on a hot summer day. You can spend a few hours here, de-stressing and floating around in the swimming pool or dancing to the latest beats in the rain dance arena. A separate section for kids is also available where the waters are shallow.
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Nilambag Palace, Bhavnagar
In the hectic commercial and industrial city of Bhavnagar, Nilambag Palace Hotel comes as a pleasant juxtaposition with its cres of lush green lawns and beautiful foliage surround the imposing Khakhi stoned structure. Built in 1859 A.D., this relic of the past, home to the ruling Gohil dynasty of Bhavnagar, now stands as a Heritage Hotel.
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In the hectic commercial and industrial city of Bhavnagar, Nilambag Palace Hotel comes as a pleasant juxtaposition with its cres of lush green lawns and beautiful foliage surround the imposing Khakhi stoned structure. Built in 1859 A.D., this relic of the past, home to the ruling Gohil dynasty of Bhavnagar, now stands as a Heritage Hotel.
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Chhari Dhand bird sanctuary
This hilly wetland attracts several bird species and bird watchers thanks to its soothing picturesque backdrop and Serene environment. Around 250 species of birds and 55 different species of animals can be found in this sanctuary. In the winter season, bird watchers will get an opportunity to see a vast array of waterfowls and common cranes. Along with these tourists will also witness Dalmatian Pelican, oriental darter, black-necked stork, and many other bird species during a Wildlife Safari.
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This hilly wetland attracts several bird species and bird watchers thanks to its soothing picturesque backdrop and Serene environment. Around 250 species of birds and 55 different species of animals can be found in this sanctuary. In the winter season, bird watchers will get an opportunity to see a vast array of waterfowls and common cranes. Along with these tourists will also witness Dalmatian Pelican, oriental darter, black-necked stork, and many other bird species during a Wildlife Safari.
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🚇 Anand Junction railway station
Anand Junction (station code: ANND) is a major junction located in Anand, Gujarat. It is a junction on the railway line which connects Ahmedabad with Vadodara and Mumbai and was opened in 1901
A 14 mile long broad-gauge line was opened in 1929 connecting Vadtal with Anand Junction and Kanjari Boriyavi Junction, with 4 platforms benefitting pilgrims visiting the Swaminarayan Temple in Vadtal. Other broad-gauge branches from Anand connect it to Godhra and Cambay
In 2011, Indian Railways announced its intention to set up "multi-function complex" including budget hotels at Anand railway station.
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Anand Junction (station code: ANND) is a major junction located in Anand, Gujarat. It is a junction on the railway line which connects Ahmedabad with Vadodara and Mumbai and was opened in 1901
A 14 mile long broad-gauge line was opened in 1929 connecting Vadtal with Anand Junction and Kanjari Boriyavi Junction, with 4 platforms benefitting pilgrims visiting the Swaminarayan Temple in Vadtal. Other broad-gauge branches from Anand connect it to Godhra and Cambay
In 2011, Indian Railways announced its intention to set up "multi-function complex" including budget hotels at Anand railway station.
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Mangalya Van
Mangalya Van is located on a hilltop called Kailash Tekari, about a kilometre distant from Ambaji Mandir on the Khedbrahma Highway. Mangalya Van is a one-of-a-kind landscape notable for its astrological garden, which features three plants for each zodiac sign.
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Mangalya Van is located on a hilltop called Kailash Tekari, about a kilometre distant from Ambaji Mandir on the Khedbrahma Highway. Mangalya Van is a one-of-a-kind landscape notable for its astrological garden, which features three plants for each zodiac sign.
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Gabbar Hill
These hills are situated on the Gujarat Rajasthan border. If legend is to be believed, this is the place where the heart of the dead Devi Sati fell. There are 999 steps leading to this holy temple and a holy lamp is always burning on these hills facing the Ambe temple. Apart from the shrines, the sunset point, cave and swings of Mataji and a ropeway ride are other beautiful sightseeing options.
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These hills are situated on the Gujarat Rajasthan border. If legend is to be believed, this is the place where the heart of the dead Devi Sati fell. There are 999 steps leading to this holy temple and a holy lamp is always burning on these hills facing the Ambe temple. Apart from the shrines, the sunset point, cave and swings of Mataji and a ropeway ride are other beautiful sightseeing options.
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Velavadar National Park
Established in 1976, the Velavadar Blackbuck National Park is situated in Bhavnagar in Gujarat. Initially a private hunting ground for the Maharaja of Bhavnagar, Velavadar National Park is famous for having the rare species of blackbuck. The wildlife sanctuary is home to more than 3,000 blackbucks and over 120 species of birds, including flamingos, Pelicans, white and painted storks, etc. The Velavadar blackbuck national park also has mammals like nilgai (another Indian antelope), jungle cat, jackal, fox, wolf, and more. It is a perfect place to weave some unforgettable memories with your friends and family.
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Established in 1976, the Velavadar Blackbuck National Park is situated in Bhavnagar in Gujarat. Initially a private hunting ground for the Maharaja of Bhavnagar, Velavadar National Park is famous for having the rare species of blackbuck. The wildlife sanctuary is home to more than 3,000 blackbucks and over 120 species of birds, including flamingos, Pelicans, white and painted storks, etc. The Velavadar blackbuck national park also has mammals like nilgai (another Indian antelope), jungle cat, jackal, fox, wolf, and more. It is a perfect place to weave some unforgettable memories with your friends and family.
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Rander Market, Surat
Rander Market is another vibrant and colourful market that you must visit when looking to indulge in Gujarat shopping. This place is a feast for the senses, with so many things to buy. From the moment you step foot in the madness of shopping in Gujarat, you’ll be greeted with the sweet aroma of spices, the vibrant colours of the textiles and the delightful sounds of vendors calling out to customers. You’ll find everything from beautiful fabrics and clothing to delicious snacks and treats. Not to mention the spices of the land. If you enjoy good food, this is the place for you to taste and enjoy the yummy cuisine of Gujarat. Stock up on all the fragrant and flavourful spices you can carry, and take them home to add some zing to your cooking. The Rander Market is also a great place to pick up some unique souvenirs to bring back home. So, how about a colourful and intricately designed tapestry to adorn your walls, or a one-of-a-kind piece of jewellery to add some sparkle to your outfit? The options are endless!
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Rander Market is another vibrant and colourful market that you must visit when looking to indulge in Gujarat shopping. This place is a feast for the senses, with so many things to buy. From the moment you step foot in the madness of shopping in Gujarat, you’ll be greeted with the sweet aroma of spices, the vibrant colours of the textiles and the delightful sounds of vendors calling out to customers. You’ll find everything from beautiful fabrics and clothing to delicious snacks and treats. Not to mention the spices of the land. If you enjoy good food, this is the place for you to taste and enjoy the yummy cuisine of Gujarat. Stock up on all the fragrant and flavourful spices you can carry, and take them home to add some zing to your cooking. The Rander Market is also a great place to pick up some unique souvenirs to bring back home. So, how about a colourful and intricately designed tapestry to adorn your walls, or a one-of-a-kind piece of jewellery to add some sparkle to your outfit? The options are endless!
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Mendarda
Mendarda is a city in Junagadh district of the state of Gujarat with a population of approximately 23,031. The closest tourism destination to Mendarda is Girnar Other close by tourism destinations include Junagadh, Sasan Gir and Gondal. The nearest major railway station to Mendarda is Junagadh Junction (JND) which is at a distance of 30 kilometers. The nearest airport is Rajkot, which is at a distance of 116 kilometres.
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Mendarda is a city in Junagadh district of the state of Gujarat with a population of approximately 23,031. The closest tourism destination to Mendarda is Girnar Other close by tourism destinations include Junagadh, Sasan Gir and Gondal. The nearest major railway station to Mendarda is Junagadh Junction (JND) which is at a distance of 30 kilometers. The nearest airport is Rajkot, which is at a distance of 116 kilometres.
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Bhachau
Bhachau is a city and a municipality in Kutch district (kachchh) in the state of Gujarat, India. Bhachau was one of many devastated towns in the Kutch region of the Indian state of Gujarat, during the 1956 Anjar earthquake as well as in the 2001 Gujarat earthquake. As of 2011 it had a population of 39,532 in over 8,647 households. Bhachau is often mentioned in the TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, as the Gada family and the protagonist Jethalal hail from there. Some villages of Bhachau are included in Vagad but not Bhachau.
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Bhachau is a city and a municipality in Kutch district (kachchh) in the state of Gujarat, India. Bhachau was one of many devastated towns in the Kutch region of the Indian state of Gujarat, during the 1956 Anjar earthquake as well as in the 2001 Gujarat earthquake. As of 2011 it had a population of 39,532 in over 8,647 households. Bhachau is often mentioned in the TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, as the Gada family and the protagonist Jethalal hail from there. Some villages of Bhachau are included in Vagad but not Bhachau.
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