7 MUST-VISIT PLACES IN GUJARAT
Swagat Che, if you know what it means, you have visited Gujarat once in your lifetime. It means "Welcome" in Gujarati, primarily used in Gujarat. The land is famous for its Garba, kite festival, local Gujarati food, and archeological sites. Once you visit this place, you will be overjoyed, and your memories will be filled with great experiences.
Here are 7 places to visit to make your trip memorable:
1) Statue of unity:
If history fansites you, then this place is a must.The 182-meter (600 feet approx.)The statue is built in tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, also known as Iron man of India and the first home minister of free India. He was a crucial element in uniting 562 princely states to form a country we know as India. The statue is built near the Narmada basin and over the Sardar dam.
Different activities that can be done while visiting the statue of unity:
˃Valley of flowers:
24 acres of land where different types of flowers are planted all over the place, called the valley of flowers ( also known as Bharat Van). The smell of flowers will put a smile on your face. 22,00.000 plants have been planted till now, with more than 300 different types of flowers available. This place is a heaven of flowers.
˃Laser light and sound show:
The narration of what happened in the past and the life cycle of Sadar Patel is demonstrated with the help of the latest laser technology radiated over the statue of unity every single evening, leaving Monday.
˃Dino Trail:
Who doesn't love seeing a giant replica of an extinct dinosaur measuring 75 feet in length and 25 feet in height. The Trail provides an in-depth visual knowledge of how the planet transformed and humanity developed.
˃Jungle Safari:
Most of us have seen wildlife animals on television and wondered what the experience would be while watching the wildlife creatures in real life.
This Safari brings that experience to your eyes, where you can enjoy watching them in real life and alongside their habitat.
2) Velavadar National Park:
Home to different flora and fauna like blackbucks, Macqueen's bustard, Wolves, Jackals, and Hyenas. It is sweet heaven for people that have an interest in wildlife animals. Back in the old days, when the Maharaja of Bhavnagar used to rule, this place used to be a hunting spot for them.
3) Saputara:
Saputara is also termed as "Adobe of Serpents." A hill station mainly built for tourist attractions and people who love trekking. Different activities can be done there, like boating in Saputara Lake, located in the valley's center, the ropeway. Tourists can glide from one mountain top to another while having a bird's eye view of nearby surroundings. It is located in southern Gujarat, close to the Maharashtra border. A perfect weekend getaway with family during monsoon season.
4) Sun Temple:
A Hindu temple dedicated to Surya, the lord sun, the temple is located in Modhera village, Mehsana Gujarat. One of the most important temples found in India has a solid structure, with a carved stepped tank, assembly hall, and a central shrine.
5) Somnath temple:
The temple is sacred and holds a significant value among the 12 jyotirlingas in India, located in the Veraval region of Junagadh. Somnath is termed "Lord of Moon," believed by many that this is the place where the holy river Saraswati submerges in the sea. It has a Solanki style built.
The history that it holds is fascinating, with being destroyed by Islamic Invaders countless times and reconstructed various times. The last restoration took place when India achieved had its freedom.
6) Narara Marine National Park:
Marine National Park is said to be one of the rare places in the world where corals can be spotted without the need to dive down in the water. On the Jamnagar coast, there are 42 Tropical islands. Out of that, 33 islands have coral reefs. Different ecosystem types are available, including coral reefs, mangroves, seagrass & seaweeds. Aquatic life can be spotted, including octopus, crabs, sponges, pufferfish, sea turtles, lobsters, dolphins, jellyfish, and starfish.
7) Rann of Kutch:
A white paradise that shimmers under the light of the Moon and is one the most giant salt dessert in the world, the place is none other than Rann of Kutch. The experience that it holds is rarely seen, often known as the wonderland of photographers. The colorful festival takes place from November to February, promoting neighborhood folk dance and music and showcasing arts and crafts.
If you are a person who loves food, then this place has never-ending food options to try, the stomach would be full, but the food options won't, Jalebi fafda, khaman, and whatnot.
A one-time life experience is waiting for you. So, let's pack your bag and let the adventure begin.
