Bhuj
This "Jewel of the
Kachchh" was the capital of the princely State of Kachchh. The old walled
city can be entered through crenelated gateways and the maze like streets
bustling with activity are a good place for buying handicrafts items.
Tourist Acctration in Bhuj
- Aina Mahal
- Prag Mahal
- Kachchh Museum
Aina Mahal : This beautiful palace
with European influence was built in 1759, by Rao Lakhpatji.
Prag Mahal : This imposing palace
was made by Rao women of Kachchh Paragmalji II. It is built in Italian Gothic
style and has a large Darbar Hall, big rooms, wide verandahs and a 45 metres
high bell tower.
Kachchh Museum : It is the oldest
museum of Gujarat and was established in 1877, by Maharao Khengarji III.
Located on the banks of Hamirsar lake, the museum has a rich collection of
Kshatrapa inscriptions, archaeological finds, arms and artefacts. Other places
to see are - Cenotaphs, Snake Temple, SwamiNarayan Temple etc.
REACHING THERE
REACHING THERE
Airport: Bhuj is linked by air with
Mumbai and Ahmadabad.
Rail: Connected by rail
Road : Ahmadabad (396 kms.), Rajkot(218kms.)
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