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Places to visit in Gujarat
Written by Rahul on September 1, 2020 Share on

Places to Visit in Gujarat – The exotic state with many diverse attractions

India is a place that defines the term “Unity in Diversity”. This actually refers to the muli cultural, multilingual and the multi-religious nature of this land. But here we refer to the different landscapes present here in the country. You can’t just come and leave from India without falling in love with it. From the icecaps on the mountains to the wide plains, dry desert lands, India literally has it all. Each state in India presents you a unique memory. The state of Gujarat is a place where you will get to see many cultural sites and historical monuments. Keep reading to know about the best places to visit in Gujarat.

A camel in Gujarat
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Overview

Gujarat is a culturally rich country with brilliant architectures infused with great historical setups. This is one of the largest states in India and many travellers swarm this place to see the wonderful monuments and beautiful landscapes. Above all, You will be able to witness the Asiatic Lions in action. Apart from this, the cuisine that you will find here is absolutely tasty. Get to know more about this state by visiting at least once in your lifetime. Scroll down to know more about this wonderland.

Places to visit in Gujarat

Gir National Park

This is the only place where you will find the grand Asiatic lions. The Gir national park is a place where you can have a unique experience. It is also home to a variety of other wildlife species like Hyenas, Blackbucks, Fish owl and many more. Spread across 1412 sq km, this place has lots to offer. The experience that you will get while travelling on an open-top jeep is just unexplainable. More than that, the fusion of emotions that you get while you spot the Asiatic lions is something that you will have to experience on your own. If you are in Gujarat, you must visit the Gir National Park as it is one of the best places to visit in Gujarat.

Lion spotting at the Gir National Park in Gujarat
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Rann of Katch

Sandwiched between the scorching Thar desert and the vast Arabian Sea is this piece of attraction. Visiting Rann of Katch on a full moon day is the best experience here as the place shines like a diamond. You can even stay in a tent and enjoy cultural programmes. Above all, Rann Mahotsav, a unique festival happening here with the best music and cultural shows is one of the best things to do in the Rann of Kutch. Apart from the shows, the camel safaris here are something to look after.

Rann of Kutch, Gujarat
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Saputara

This is the only hill station that you can see in Gujarat. In a hot state like Gujarat, Saputara is definitely a must-visit. Spotted on a densely spread forest cover, this hill station also has a gigantic lake where you will find a lot of resorts. The Tribal Museum, cable car are some of the well-known attractions which you can visit in Saputara. More than that, the boat ride is a very famous activity that you should be doing in this hill town. Visiting this place during the monsoon season is suggested to get the best out of the hill station.

Saputara, the hill town in Gujarat
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Rani Ki Vav

One of the best historical sites that you would visit in Gujarat is Rani Ki Vav. One of the UNESCO world heritage sites, this is certainly a must-visit place for all the history buffs. This is a Stepwell built in the memory of Bhimdev I by Udhayamati. Above all, this is home to more than 1500 sculptures which are literally captivating. This is a must-visit for all history fans around the world.

Rani ki Vav, Gujarat
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Ahmedabad

Known as the largest city in Gujarat, Ahmedabad is the city to visit while in Gujarat. There are some of the best tourist places that you will find in Gujarat. The notable attractions in the city are Sabarmati Ashram, Kankaria Lake and Akshardham Temple Complex. Above all, the International Kite Festival that happens here is one of the most colourful festivals around the world. The sky will be filled with all size of kites of all kinds of colours. More than that, this city is also the best place for you to taste authentic Gujarati food. You can taste Dhokla, Khakhra,  Fafda and Fried chillies.

Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, Ahmedabad
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Surat

One of the busiest cities in Gujarat, Surat is a beautiful city in Gujarat. Also called at the Commercial hub of Gujarat, this is one of the topmost populated cities in Gujarat. This city is also known as the city of Flyovers. There are various numbers of activities that you can do in Surat.

Surat station board
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Mandvi Beach

This is one place where you will find absolute peace and bliss. Mandvi beach is a serene beach which is very much famous for its water sports activities. This beach is one of the perfect spots for an outing with your family and your loved ones. Do not miss to see the sunset when you are here. The golden sands just shimmer like gold at that time, which is indeed a gorgeous site to watch! This is one of the main reason for you to visit Mandvi beach while in Gujarat.

Mandvi Beach, Gujarat
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Gujarat is one place that you will have to visit in India. Get packing and plan your vacation to Gujarat. Head to the Pickyourtrail website and browse through the options. To have your best holidays booked, reach out to our travel experts via Whatsapp and get to know about exciting deals and offers.

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