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INFORMATION ABOUT BHAVNAGAR

It was capital of Bhavnagar State which was the first princely state to merge with democratic Indian Union in 1948. It is the fifth-largest city of Gujarat, and the second-largest city of Saurashtra region. A city with rich history, Bhavnagar is also known as the cultural capital of Saurashtra.

Bhavnagar is a coastal city in the eastern coast of Saurashtra, also known as Kathiawar. General slope dips in the northeasterly direction at the apex of Gulf of Cambay. Small non-perennial river named Kansara Nala passes through outer area of the city.

BHAVNAGAR HISTORY

In 1822-1823 AD, Sihor was raided by Khanthaji Kadani and Pilaji Gaekwad, but they were repulsed by chief Bhanvsinhji Gohil. But due to great loss in the battle, he realized the weakness in location of Sihor. In 1823 AD, he finally established the new capital near Vadva village, 20 km away from Sihor, and named it Bhavnagar. It was a carefully chosen strategic location having potential of maritime trade. Naturally, Bhavnagar became the capital of Bhavnagar State.

BHAVNAGAR TOURISM

    The Places of Interest in and around Bhavnagar

  • Takhteshwar Temple


  • Nilambag Palace


  • Seashore at Ghogha (About 22 km. from Bhavangar)


  • Victoria Park


  • Nava Bandar (New Port)


  • Barton Library


  • Darbargadh


  • Ganga Deri (Ganga Jalia Talav)


  • Gaurishankar Lake/Bor Talav


  • Alang Ship Breaking Yard (About 50 km from Bhavangar on way of Talaja)


  • Gandhi Smriti Library


  • Ghogha Circle


  • Mahila College Circle



    • Transportation :

  • It is connected to Mumbai by air and railway. Daily flights are operated by Jet Airways and Air Deccan. It was one of the first cities in Gujarat to have an airport.


  • The city is well connected to other major cities of Gujarat such as Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Jamnagar, Surat and more by road, with bus services operated by private and state-owned transport corporations.

  • The city is also connected to Ahmedabad and some major cities of Saurashtra by rail road.

  • The city is also connected to Ahmedabad and some major cities of Saurashtra by rail road.

ACCOMODATION/STAY OPTIONS IN BHAVNAGAR