Bhavnagar, Once the princely state
of Gujarat, Bhavnagar was founded in 1743 and is now a flourishing port on the Gulf of
Khambhat. For the tourist it is convenient base for visits to the town of Palitana and the
sacred hill of Shatrunjaya.
Places for Tourist
Gaurishankar lake :
This is a beautiful picnic lake, a
spot near the lake. There if also a well laid out park.
Takhteshwar :
This temple situated on a hill. So
that site provide a panoramic view.
Lock Gate :
The first of its kind in Gujarat.
The sea-water here is impounded by the lock gates to keep ships afloat during low tide,
that could be seen with special permission.
Palitana :
It is 56 Kms away from Bhavnagar.
Palitana lies at the foot of the Shatrunjaya Hill, with the Shatrunjaya River flowing to
its south. The sacred hill rises in a crescendo of magnificent templates - 863 in all -
that soar in marble splendor to the top of the hill.There is temples were built over an
impressive span of 900 years.The 600-meter climb to Shtrunjaya by foot.Lift-chair or Dolis
are available for the ascent.
How to get there :
Air:Various airline
connecting Bombay and Surat.
Rail :It is on the Western
line, that is 761 kms, from Bombay via Ahmedabad and 788 kms via viramgam.
Road:State Transport
buses and private luxury buses connects various centers of Gujarat. It is situated 791
kms. From Bombay via Ahmedabad, 200 Kms. From Ahmedabad via Sihor.