Gujarat
Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad
Art, architecture, culture, heritage, history, shopping, cuisine...Ahmedabad has it all. Gandhi Ji's Sabarmati ashram & the Calico textile museum are also in Ahmedabad.
Poshina
Ahmedabad
Off the beaten track lies Poshina. It is predominantly a tribal region and visited only by discerning travellers. The rural ambiance, visits to tribal villages & some exquisite temples are sure to make this a memorable visit.
Patan & Modhera
Little Rann of Kutch
An architectural marvel, the Sun temple at Modhera is one of the very few temples in India dedicated to the Sun God. Patan is famous world over for its Patola weave. You can meet the Salvi family who have been weaving Patola sarees (a closely guarded family tradition) for generations.
Little Rann of Kutch
Little Rann of Kutch
The desert landscape of the Little Rann of Kutch is known for sustaining the endangered species of the Indian Wild Ass. Wolves, foxes and Jackals can also be spotted. Interesting tribal villages dot this landscape. Women engaged in embroidery, weaving and bead-work can be seen in their colorful dresses.
Bhuj
Fairs & festivals
Bhuj is a mix of Art & Architecture, textiles & handicrafts, the white Rann desert, culture and the interesting villages of the Banni region. It is likely that you will come across nomadic tribes moving with their cattle.
Fairs & festivals
Fairs & festivals
Gujarat is a land of Fairs & Festivities. Tribal fairs & cultural festivals are spread through the year. It is a great idea to coincide your travel plan with a fair or festival.
Junagadh
Junagadh is an historic city located at the foot of the sacred Girnar Hills. The Uparkot Fort, Ashokan rock edicts and old palaces are major attractions here.
Palitana
Palitana is famous for the Shatrunjaya hill which has nearly 900 Jain temples. It is one of the largest temple complexes in the world.
Textiles & Handicrafts
Textiles & handicrafts are an integral part of Gujarat's culture. The Patola weave, embroidery, tie & dye, block printing, Rogan painting, Kalamkari, applique & patch work, Tangaliya textiles are the major types of textile art. Other handicrafts include Metal & leather work, Pithora & Varli paintings, Clay & Terracotta work, wood carving & bead work.
Vadodara
Champaner-Pavagadh
Once a Princely state, Vadodara is home to several historic monuments. It is also referred as the cultural capital of Gujarat.
Sasan Gir
Champaner-Pavagadh
Champaner-Pavagadh
Gir is home to the last remaining population of the Asiatic Lion. The habitat of these lions once extended as far as Greece. These lions differ from their African counterparts in appearance as well as behavior. Paradoxically the African connection of Gir is because of the Siddhi tribe of African origin. Gir is also home to over 300 species of birds and nearly 30 species of reptiles.
Champaner-Pavagadh
Champaner-Pavagadh
Champaner-Pavagadh
Champaner-Pavagadh archaeological park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a large site with forts, palaces, mosques, tombs & temples. The transition between Hindu and Muslim culture and architecture is documented in the park.