![]() Pilgrimage Tourism in Gujara Pilgrimage tour in Gujarat has shown a phenomenal growth from its distant past. Today, the Gujarat tourism offers a wide array of tourist destination that attracts religious pilgrims from all over the world. Gujarat is dotted with temples and mosques hence this state is an important pilgrimage center for both Hindus and Muslims. Akshardham temple located in the Gandhinagar city of Gujarat is one of the renowned religious places of the state. Religious tourists from all across the country come here to offer their prayer. The Ambaji temple, in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat is dedicated to Ambe Mata - the Mother Goddess, and is a popular pilgrim place for Hindus. Ambaji temple is also regarded as one of the Shakti Peethas in India. Devotees in large numbers throng the Ambaji Temple during Purnima fairs held, on the full moon day, in the months of Kartika, Chaitra and Bhadrapad. The Somnath temple in Gujarat is also a major destination for pilgrims. The city of Dwarka in Gujarat, dedicated to Lord Krishna, is a place of great religious significance. Legend has it that Krishna had spent nearly hundred years of his life in Dwarka. The Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited, set up in 1975, provides comprehensive travel services to visitors to the state. During Janmashtami, this place is flooded with pilgrims from every corner of India. Ahmedabad, the capital city of Gujarat, has some of the most amazing mosques. The Sidi Sayed Mosque in Ahmedabad is the most predominant shrine for the Muslim devotees in Gujarat. It is a much visited religious site for people from all over the country. The Juma Masjid in Ahmedabad is another coveted place for the pilgrim tourists. During Fridays the mosque is flooded with devotees who come here for the prayer ceremony. There are also few churches and Jain temples in the state of Gujarat. Apart from the religious significance, these holy places are noteworthy for their splendid architecture. Leisure Tourism in Gujarat The land of Gujarat is steeped in history and is thus dotted with some of the most exquisite historical monuments. Gujarat has been a seat of power to a number of kingdoms and dynasties and as a result there is a lot to offer to the tourists who come here for historical interest. The architectural fervour and historical backdrop of the palaces and forts in Gujarat generate immense interest among the tourists. ![]() Nature Tourism in Gujarat The Gir National Park and wild life sanctuary in Gujarat is a nature lover's paradise. Established in the year 1965, the Gir forest area was declared as a National park. This National park is renowned for Asiatic Lions and is regarded as one of the most protected areas in Asia. ![]() Village Tourism in Gujarat Village tourism in Gujarat will comprise a trip to the communities that are engaged in village handicrafts. A two-hour bus or taxi ride from the centre of Bhuj to Hodka or Dhorodo in the Rann area will take one to a place known as Banni. The villages consist of round mud huts or 'bhungas' with a single central support pole, and a thatched or tiled roof. The women here have exquisite personal collections of embroidered quilts and garments. Some are also put up for sale. Walls, shelves, grain containers and cupboards in mud display decorative designs washed with lime paste and embedded with mirrors that have shimmering reflections when held up against light. The Bhujodi village located tem kilometers short of Bhuj displays the lifestyle of a weaving community. It is a small village with narrow winding lanes, and a pit-loom. Visitors can buy brilliantly woven blankets, shawls and woolen stoles decorated with bandhani designs from the weavers. Visiting Information on Gujarat ![]() Air: The international airport of Gujarat is located at Ahmedabad. From here one can avail several flights to and from Mumbai, Delhi and other Indian metropolitan cities. Regular flights to London, New York, Chicago and Dubai are also available from here. Rail: There are trains to and from Mumbai and New Delhi at regular intervals going to the cities of Ahmedabad, Vadodara and Surat. Road: The state of Gujarat is well connected with the neighbouring states through the National Highways. Khanmasa Bazaar is a sprawling market in Gujarat and the right place to find out some of the preposterous wares for any collector enterprising enough to wander on the dusty banks. Surat is one of the finest places for shopping. From sarees to other dress materials, it is the perfect place to buy the exquisite garments at a cheap price. Today it is also the centre of the diamond cutting and zari (gold thread) industry. On one side are the crowded streets leading to Manek Chowk, Ahmedabad where rows of traders dealing in silver jewellery or printed fabrics lean against spotless white bolster-pillows, waiting for customers. Ahmedabad is also popular for utensils. While one is in Gujarat they can try out the traditional Gujarati dishes at the restaurants. As far as accommodation is concerned there would be no problem. There are both luxury and budget hotels. As the travellers tour the state he will come across a group of farmers wearing heavy silver jewellery, bright turbans and shawls as well as the quintessential urban youngsters. This cultural parallelism is typical of Gujarat. |
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Tourism In Gujarat