Experience

Gujarat is proud to be the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of India. Today the state has preserved the Mahatma with museums, statues, ashrams, and more. Those wishing to know more about Mahatma Gandhi’s life should visit Gujarat. This is the place where he was born and started the movements that drove the British out and gave India independence. Gujarat has several Gandhi attractions. Today the state government has developed Gandhi Tourism Circuit that lets tourists follow the life of Mahatma.

Gujarat, so far known as the pilgrimage center of Hindu and Muslim, plays the role of hosting Buddhist pilgrimages too. One can see the traces of the Saurashtra. There are many caves in Gujarat that are a beautiful combination of history, spirituality, mystery, meditation, and adventure. Starting from Kutch to Saurashtra up to Bharuch, the coastal region of Gujarat is dotted with many Buddhist caves. These caves were dug out between 2nd century B.C. and 6th century A.D during the Kshatrapa rule. Once upon a time, Junagadh in Gujarat was governed by Emperor Ashoka who adopted Buddhism in his personal life. During the reign of Ashoka, engraving of his famous edicts on the rock was ordered. The ornate excavations and carvings on pillars, stupas, viharas and range of rock cut caves is evidence of the presence of Buddhism in Gujarat.

Gujarat is indeed a paradise for all the history lovers as it’s is blessed with jaw-dropping feats accomplished by ancient civilizations. Gujarat has more than 200 Indus Valley Civilization sites.

Gujarat is rich in history: places in the state must see impressive colonial architecture and many UNESCO World Heritage Sites. UNESCO has included Dholavira of Kutch in the list of World Heritage Sites in 2021, giving Gujarat the opportunity to shine once again on the World Heritage Map being a state with four World Heritage Sites.

Gujarat is known for its many exotic destinations and is also considered as one of safest places, especially for solo travellers in India. Explore tons of amazing weekend getaways from the former capital of Ahmedabad. Visit the thick forests of Gir, ancient temples at Dwarka and Somnath, historical places of Lothal and Modhera, salt marshes at Kutch and more.

Gujarat, the land of traditions and legends, is laced with rich history and cultural heritages. The best way to explore the richness of the Gujarat culture is through its museums. In each and every state of Gujarat, one can find rich repositories that tells the world about its traditions, ethos and culture richness. There is so much that museum in Gujarat has to offer and it will be a deliberate sin of tourists miss a tour to the museums. Owing to its rich culture and heritage, there are many galleries and museums in Gujarat. Tourists who are fond of history and wants to experience traditions and cultures should visit the iconic museums of Gujarat. Experience the real gems of the gorgeous Gujarat through its splendid repositories.