New Delhi: Gujarat is well known for its rich tradition, heritage and culture. With the passage of time, Gujarati culture has the influence of Hindu, Islamic and European strands. The state's culture is blended with modernity and in terms of facilitation it is the most developed state of India. Its capital is Gandhinagar, while its largest city is Ahmedabad. Gujarat will be throbbing with Dandiya Raas during the Navratras. Gujarat has a tourist inflow from almost all over India as it has become the tourists' paradise. Gujaratis themselves are inveterate travellers who traverse the length and breadth of India. Also known as the ‘Jewel of the West', the state has varied tourist places. Here are some places one should visit in Gujarat:1. Sabarmati Ashram, Ahmedabad - Mahatma Gandhi's Home2. Somnath Temple - It is first among the twelve Aadi Jyotirlingas of India. It is located near Veraval, in Saurashtra, on the western coast of Gujarat.3. Maharaja Fatesingh Museum, Vadodara - The art collection includes portraits and mythology paintings drawn by Raja Ravi Varma.4. Sivrajpur Beach - Jamnagar5. ISKCON Temple, Surat - Beautiful architecture ( Temple of Lord Kirishna ) 6. Dwarakadheesh Temple , Dwarka - Iis a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, who is worshipped here by the name Dwarkadhish, or 'King of Dwarka'. 7. Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary 8. Porbandar Beach - Calm and quiet place to spend morning and evening9. Geat Rann of Kutch - Largest Salt Desert10. Swaminarayan Akshardham, Gandhinagar - It is one of the largest temples in the Indian state of Gujarat11. Khodiyar Mandir, Bhavnagar - Temple of godess Khodiyar12. Dumas Beach, Surat 13. Ambaji Temple, Ambaji - One of the most important pilgrimage spots especially during the Navratri festival 14. Kankaria Lake biggest lake in Ahmedabad15. Lakhota Palace , Jamnagar
Updated on: September 21, 2013 6:51 IST
