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Sri Hari Mandir

India /Gujrat /Porbandar /Porbandar

Shri Hari Mandir in Sandipani is situated 5 km from the city of Porbandar, opposite the airport. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Sri Hari Mandir has a length of 105 feet and its entire complex comprises a total of 66 pillars. At present, the temple is one amongst the premier educational institutes providing Vedic Education. The temple was completed in the year 2006 and an event called ‘Sandipani Mandir Mahotsav’, was conducted to mark the inauguration of Mandir. The temple has an auditorium with a seating capacity of 2000 people; it is used for cultural and spiritual activities.

Sri Hari Mandir

Sri Hari Mandir, Porbandar

HistoryEdit

Sri Hari Mandir is also referred to as the Sandipani Vidyaniketan was established in the year 1992 with 85 acres of land. The deities of this temple are believed to be the incarnation of Pujya Bhaishri’s faith. As per Pujya Bhaishri’s view, Sri Hari Mandir was built to provide practical training for executing Hindu rituals to Rishikul students.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxies or cabs are also available here to reach the site.

Bus : Porbandar city is connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad through the national highway 8B and is connected to the cities of Dwarka and Jamnagar in the north and Bhavnagar and Verval in South through the NH 8E Ext. State Transport Buses regularaly run for Porbandar.

Train : Porbandar railway station is 3 km from the city centre. It is connected to several cities like Mumbai, Rajkot, Ahmedabad and Vadodara. There are rickshaws, buses and taxis available to reach the city.

Air : Porbandar airport is 4 km away from the city centre and there are many options like cabs, buses and private vehicles to reach the town.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camere & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery


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Sri Hari Mandir
Kirti Mandir
Porbandar Sanctuary

Sartanji Choro Palace

India /Gujrat /Porbandar /Porbandar

Sartanji Choro Palace, Porbandar, Gujarat, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Sartanji Choro Palace is the three storeyed summer pavilion built by Rana Sartanji . This palace was built in the Rajput style as a retreat in the middle of the garden. Each side of the garden represent a different reason. The pillars with images of musicians, profusely carved foliated arches and a single dome at the top gives an idea of bygone days, when Rana Sartanji used to compose poems in Braj bhasha, sitting under this pavillion.

HistoryEdit

Sartanji Choro was built by Rana, the three storey summer pavilion. This palace was built in the Rajput style as a retreat in the middle of the garden.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxies or cabs are also available here to reach the site.

Bus : Porbandar city is connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad through the national highway 8B and is connected to the cities of Dwarka and Jamnagar in the north and Bhavnagar and Verval in South through the NH 8E Ext. State Transport Buses regularaly run for Porbandar.

Train : Porbandar railway station is 3 km from the city centre. It is connected to several cities like Mumbai, Rajkot, Ahmedabad and Vadodara. There are rickshaws, buses and taxis available to reach the city.

Air : Porbandar airport is 4 km away from the city centre and there are many options like cabs, buses and private vehicles to reach the town.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camere & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery

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Sri Hari Mandir
Kirti Mandir
Porbandar Sanctuary

Porbandar Bird Sanctuary

India /Gujrat /Porbandar /Porbandar

Porbandar Bird Sanctuary is situated in the heart of the Porbandar city. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Porbandar Bird Sanctuary is popular attracrion for nature lovers. Porbandar Bird Sanctuary is covered an area of one sq. km. The sanctuary has a lake, which attracts a large number of migratory birds every year. The sanctuary has an excellent population of flamingos and migratory waterfowl. Porbandar Bird Sanctuary is also home to pelicans, coot, egret, pintail and various other species of birds.

Porbandar Bird Sanctuary

Porbandar Bird Sanctuary

HistoryEdit

Porbandar Bird Sanctuary is flaunting the co-existence of man and nature. Spread over an area of 1 sq. km. this unique water dwelling, surrounded by trees and plants was affirmed as a sanctuary in the year 1988.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Shri Ganesh Restaurant ;  M.G. Road, Porbandar, Gujarat, India. ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxies or cabs are also available here to reach the site.

Bus : Porbandar city is connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad through the national highway 8B and is connected to the cities of Dwarka and Jamnagar in the north and Bhavnagar and Verval in South through the NH 8E Ext. State Transport Buses regularaly run for Porbandar.

Train : Porbandar railway station is 3 km from the city centre. It is connected to several cities like Mumbai, Rajkot, Ahmedabad and Vadodara. There are rickshaws, buses and taxis available to reach the city.

Air : Porbandar airport is 4 km away from the city centre and there are many options like cabs, buses and private vehicles to reach the town.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • No flash or intrusive photography (for example, don’t pluck leaves to clear a better view; reposition the camera instead.)
  • Do not carry any music system or sound making device along with you.
  • Picking plants or insects is prohibited; do not remove anything from the park.
  • No quick or sudden movements to scare off the birds.
  • Do not try going to close to the birds.
  • No pets should accompany you.
  • No littering. Trash is only to be disposed of in proper receptacles.
  • No hunting devices or other weapons should be carried, as well as used.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery


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Sri Hari Mandir
Kirti Mandir
Porbandar Sanctuary

Kirti Mandir

India /Gujrat /Porbandar /Porbandar

Kirti Mandir is situated on Kasturba Gandhi road, Porbandar, 360 575, Gujarat, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Kirti Mandir is the main traveller attraction of the city. As well, several foreign dignitaries and Indian politicians visit Kirti Mandir, that homes the ancestral house and birthplace of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. The place wherever Gandhi was born is marked with a swastika for identification. There are life size oil paintings of Mahatma Gandhi and Kasturba kept side by side within the centre of Kirti Mandir. Gandhi wanted that he shouldn’t be made a God and so, keeping his wishes, floral garlands aren’t used. The auspicious words, ‘The Truth’ and ‘Non-violence’, symbolising his life and preachings are placed close to their feet. On the right side there are 2 rooms as the memorials of Maganlal Gandhi and Mahadev Desai, and also the area on the left hand side is meant for the exhibition of the museum. These 3 rooms contain articles of khadibhandar, things of handicraft, the centre is for the sale of books, the office-room and also the reception hall. Kasturba-Mahila Library placed within the Kirti mandir.

Kirti Mandir

Kirti Mandir, Porbandar

HistoryEdit

Kirti Mandir foundation stone of modern and attractive structure was laid in 1947 during the lifetime of Gandhi by Shree Darbar Gopaldas Desai. The whole credit of constructing this national memorial of Mahatma Gandhi goes to the famous industrialist, Nanjibahi Kalidas Mehta, who not only initiated the idea to build a memorial but also donated the whole money purchase the ancestral house and also to build new complex called Kirti Mandir. The memorial was completed in 1950, by which time Gandhi was no more. The memorial was named Kirti Mandir and then Home Minister, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel inaugurated and declared open this place for public on May 27, 1950. Afterwards this beautiful memorial was handed over to the Central Government of India.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

9:00 am – 12:00 pm
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs. 3

Kids Rs. : Rs. 3

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Rs. 3

Kids Rs. : Rs. 3

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Kadambari Restaurant ;  Hotel Kuber, Near Swami Narayan Temple, Behind Ranibaug, Porbandar, Gujarat. ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxies or cabs are also available here to reach the site.

Bus : Porbandar city is connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad through the national highway 8B and is connected to the cities of Dwarka and Jamnagar in the north and Bhavnagar and Verval in South through the NH 8E Ext. State Transport Buses regularaly run for Porbandar.

Train : Porbandar railway station is 3 km from the city centre. It is connected to several cities like Mumbai, Rajkot, Ahmedabad and Vadodara. There are rickshaws, buses and taxis available to reach the city.

Air : Porbandar airport is 4 km away from the city centre and there are many options like cabs, buses and private vehicles to reach the town.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camere & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

  • Kirti Mandir : 91-286-242 926
  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery


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Sri Hari Mandir
Kirti Mandir
Porbandar Sanctuary

Khimeshwar Temple

India /Gujrat /Porbandar /Khimeshwar

Khimeshwar Temple is located on Dwarka road, sea side, at a distance of 15 km from Porbandar. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Khimeshwar is temple in Gujarat State of India. It is believed that Pandavas lived here. The temple is famous for its fair that is organised in the month of June or July every year.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxies or cabs are also available here to reach the site.

Bus : Porbandar city is connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad through the national highway 8B and is connected to the cities of Dwarka and Jamnagar in the north and Bhavnagar and Verval in South through the NH 8E Ext. State Transport Buses regularaly run for Porbandar.

Train : Porbandar railway station is 3 km from the city centre. It is connected to several cities like Mumbai, Rajkot, Ahmedabad and Vadodara. There are rickshaws, buses and taxis available to reach the city.

Air : Porbandar airport is 4 km away from the city centre and there are many options like cabs, buses and private vehicles to reach the town.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camere & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery

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Sri Hari Mandir
Kirti Mandir
Porbandar Sanctuary

Huzoor Palace

India /Gujrat /Porbandar /Porbandar

The Huzoor Palace of Porbandar is situated at the end of Marine Drive, Porbandar, Gujarat, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Huzoor Palace faces the Arabian Sea and its surroundings comprise gardens and water fountains. This structure basically has a zigzag formation, which is topped by trussed timber roofs and balustrade terraces. It also has several neo-classical pillars with semi-circular porticoes.

Huzoor Palace

Huzoor Palace

HistoryEdit

Huzoor Palace was built in the European style of architecture by Natwar Shah.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxies or cabs are also available here to reach the site.

Bus : Porbandar city is connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad through the national highway 8B and is connected to the cities of Dwarka and Jamnagar in the north and Bhavnagar and Verval in South through the NH 8E Ext. State Transport Buses regularaly run for Porbandar.

Train : Porbandar railway station is 3 km from the city centre. It is connected to several cities like Mumbai, Rajkot, Ahmedabad and Vadodara. There are rickshaws, buses and taxis available to reach the city.

Air : Porbandar airport is 4 km away from the city centre and there are many options like cabs, buses and private vehicles to reach the town.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camere & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery


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Sri Hari Mandir
Kirti Mandir
Porbandar Sanctuary

Gop Hindu Temple

India /Gujrat /Porbandar /Porbandar

Gop Hindu Temple is situated at Gop Hill, midway on the Porbandar-Jamnagar Road, about 50 kms. north east of Porbandar, Gujarat, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Gop Hindu Temple is is situated on a small hill known as Gop Hill which is at an elevation of 350 meters. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is placed on a raised platform and has a tower or shikhara topped with a circular disk or amalaka. Currently, the temple is in a dilapidated state. A paved pathway takes you from the base of the hill to the temple.

Gop Hindu Temple

Gop Hindu Temple

HistoryEdit

Gop Hindu Temple is the temple the 6th century. It was a very ancient temple is believed to be built by the kings of the Maitraka dynasty who ruled Gujarat from Vallabhi between the 6th century and 8th century.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6.00 am to 12.30 pm
4.00 pm to 8.00 pm.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxies or cabs are also available here to reach the site.

Bus : Porbandar city is connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad through the national highway 8B and is connected to the cities of Dwarka and Jamnagar in the north and Bhavnagar and Verval in South through the NH 8E Ext. State Transport Buses regularaly run for Porbandar.

Train : Porbandar railway station is 3 km from the city centre. It is connected to several cities like Mumbai, Rajkot, Ahmedabad and Vadodara. There are rickshaws, buses and taxis available to reach the city.

Air : Porbandar airport is 4 km away from the city centre and there are many options like cabs, buses and private vehicles to reach the town.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camere & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery


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Sri Hari Mandir
Kirti Mandir
Porbandar Sanctuary

Navlakha Temple, Ghumli

India /Gujrat /Jamnagar /Ghumli

Navlakha Temple is situated in Ghumli village, which is located 35 km from Porbandar, at foothills of Barda, in Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Navlakha Temple, Ghumli is the oldest Sun Temple of Gujarat. It has the largest base (Uagati) of the temples in Gujarat (45.72 x 30.48 m.) Temple facing East, it had a beautiful entrance arch or Kirti Toran, that is now lost. The sanctum sanctorum (garbhagriha), covered pradakshina path, large gathering hall and its three shringar chokis are eye catching. On the surrounding walking path find three directions with balconies. The mandapa has eight sided pillars for support. In the small niches we find sculptures. The entrances are two storied. At the back wall of the temple we find two huge elephants fighting with their trunks. The temple is built in Solanki style of architecture and Maru-Gurjara style of architecture have the three entwining tusks of elephants as its trademark and is considered to be high noon of Solanki style of architect. Outside main temple there is an temple dedicated to Ganesha, popularly known as Gumali Ganesha Temple.

Navlakha Temple, Ghumli

Navlakha Temple, Ghumli

HistoryEdit

Navlakha Temple, Ghumli was built by Jethwa rulers in 11th century dedicated to Sun god, Surya and is oldest sun temple of Gujarat.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxies or cabs are also available here to reach the site.

Bus : Porbandar city is connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad through the national highway 8B and is connected to the cities of Dwarka and Jamnagar in the north and Bhavnagar and Verval in South through the NH 8E Ext. State Transport Buses regularaly run for Porbandar.

Train : Porbandar railway station is 3 km from the city centre. It is connected to several cities like Mumbai, Rajkot, Ahmedabad and Vadodara. There are rickshaws, buses and taxis available to reach the city.

Air : Porbandar airport is 4 km away from the city centre and there are many options like cabs, buses and private vehicles to reach the town.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camere & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery


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Sri Hari Mandir
Kirti Mandir
Porbandar Sanctuary

Daria Rajmahal

India /Gujrat /Porbandar /Porbandar

The Daria Rajmahal is situated at wallking distance from Huzoor Palace in Porbandar town of Gujarat. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Daria Rajmahal is one of the important attractions in Porbandar. It has also very impressive architectural structure. Daria Rajmahal represents the architecture of Arab and Italy. The Rajmahal has Italian styled facades with amalgamation of Renaissance and Gothic detail. The palace houses chandeliers, European furniture and paintings that reflect the royalty of Maharaja.

Daria Rajmahal

Daria Rajmahal

HistoryEdit

Daria Rajmahal was built in the late 19th century by Maharaja Bhavsinhji to designs prepared by the state engineer, Phulchand Parekh.This historical site was consecrated during 19th century in perfect mingling of two architectural stylaintings and also hanging decorative lights. Daria Rajmahal Palace is now converted into a college.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxies or cabs are also available here to reach the site.

Bus : Porbandar city is connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad through the national highway 8B and is connected to the cities of Dwarka and Jamnagar in the north and Bhavnagar and Verval in South through the NH 8E Ext. State Transport Buses regularaly run for Porbandar.

Train : Porbandar railway station is 3 km from the city centre. It is connected to several cities like Mumbai, Rajkot, Ahmedabad and Vadodara. There are rickshaws, buses and taxis available to reach the city.

Air : Porbandar airport is 4 km away from the city centre and there are many options like cabs, buses and private vehicles to reach the town.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camere & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery


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Sri Hari Mandir
Kirti Mandir
Porbandar Sanctuary

Darbargadh

India /Gujrat /Porbandar /Porbandar

Darbargadh is situated at the highest point of Porbandar Town, Gujarat, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Darbargadh is three storey palace is placed on a high point and is entered through a large carved gateway. Its design resembles a jewellery box and has been taken from the architectural style of the Navlakha Palace of Gondal. It also has ornamented facades comprising designs resembling musicians, geometrical patterns, images of lions, ‘kanguras‘, carved pillars, friezes, and windows framing skyline. The gateway of Darbargadh palace has been built using a huge carved stone combined with high turrets and large wooden doors. Other parts of this structure have a few bastions along with 4 main gates and 3 small gates. The four main gates are named as Kathiawadi Darwaja which is to the east, Halar Gate to the north, Porbandar Gate to the west, and the Junagadh Gate situated to the south. The other three smaller gates are named as the Bhimji Bari, Darbari Bari, and the Sati Bari.

Darbargadh

Darbargadh

HistoryEdit

Darbargadh is a fort palace of Porbandar, which was built by Rana Sartanji.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Siddhi Restaurant ;  Dwarka Bypass, Port, Porbandar, Gujarat, 360577, India. ; Ph/M –  91-99133-36094 ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private taxies or cabs are also available here to reach the site.

Bus : Porbandar city is connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad through the national highway 8B and is connected to the cities of Dwarka and Jamnagar in the north and Bhavnagar and Verval in South through the NH 8E Ext. State Transport Buses regularaly run for Porbandar.

Train : Porbandar railway station is 3 km from the city centre. It is connected to several cities like Mumbai, Rajkot, Ahmedabad and Vadodara. There are rickshaws, buses and taxis available to reach the city.

Air : Porbandar airport is 4 km away from the city centre and there are many options like cabs, buses and private vehicles to reach the town.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camere & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery


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Sri Hari Mandir
Kirti Mandir
Porbandar Sanctuary