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Bhavnagar is located in the Indian state of Gujarat. This city is a very prominent city in the state, and is known as the cultural capital of the entire region of Saurashtra in Gujarat. There are many places to see in the city of Bhavnagar, and the city caters to both modern tourists and pilgrims who are on the lookout for old temples for a spiritual experience. During your trip to the lovely city of Bhavnagar, you can visit the Jain temples that are located in the region of Palitana that is present at a distance of fifty one kilometres from Bhavnagar. These temples are located on top of the Shatrunjaya hills, and there are totally more than 863 temples in this region. Pilgrims thus flock to this region throughout the year, along with tourists who are awestruck by the sheer number of temples. You can also visit the Takhteshwar temple in Bhavnagar, and also the Aksharwadi temple in the region, as these are popular tourist destinations as well. These temples also provide a splendid view of the coast. The Nilambag palace is yet another famous tourist destination in Bhavnagar. You can also visit the Velavadar National Park that is located sixty five kilometres away. Winters in the town of Bhavnagar run through the months of October, November, December and January.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 364001

STD Code: 278

Info Website: bhavnagar.com

Best Time to Visit:  Oct – May

HistoryEdit

Bhavnagar is the fifth largest city in the state of Gujarat, India. Bhavnagar was founded in 1724 by Bhavsinhji Gohil (1703–1764, its founder and ruler. It was the capital of Bhavnagar State, which was a princely state before it was merged into the Indian Union in 1948. It is now the administrative center of the Bhavnagar district. Bhavnagar is situated 198 km from the state capital Gandhinagar and to the west of the Gulf of Khambhat. Bhavnagar is the fifth largest city of Gujarat, after Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara and Rajkot; and the second largest city in the Saurashtra region. It is also known as the cultural capital of Saurashtra. Pilgrims thus flock to this region throughout the year, along with tourists who are awestruck by the sheer number of temples. You can also visit the Takhteshwar temple in Bhavnagar, and also the Aksharwadi temple in the region, as these are popular tourist destinations as well.

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : Bhavnagar has a domestic airport that has regular flights to the city of Mumbai and other cities in India. Two private carriers operate out of this airport, including Kingfisher Airlines and Jet Airways. Flights will be regularly available, and flight charges from the city of Mumbai to Bhavnagar will range around Rs 3400. This is a very comfortable way to reach the city of Bhavnagar, and it is the quickest way too.

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By BUS : You can opt for buses to travel to the city of Bhavnagar, as many buses will be available from the cities and towns of Ahmedabad, Vadodara and Surat. Bus fares will be quite high, and both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses will be available. Bus fares from the city of Ahmedabad to Bhavnagar will cost around Rs 200 to 250 for the basic class of travel. There are also frequent buses to Rajkot and Jamnagar.

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Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Nilambag Palace ; Near Nilambag Circle, Vithalwadi Road, Bhavnagar, Gujarat 364002, Nilambaug, Bhavnagar, Gujarat 364002 ; Ph – 0278 242 4241 ; Facilities – Room Service

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Sun N Shine ; Station Rd, Panwadi Bhavnagar, GJ ; Ph – 0278 251 6134 ; Facilities – Room Service

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Apollo ; Opposite ST Bus Station, Kalanala, Bhavnagar, Gujarat, 364001 Station Rd, Sutarwad, Panwadi, Bhavnagar ; Ph – 0278 242 5253 ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Shriji’s Restaurant ;  Rupani Rd, Bharatnagar Bhavnagar, GJ ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian, Chinese
• Food Point Restaurant ;  Jalsa The Lounge Giri-Kandra Plaza Sardarnagar to Sanskar Mandal Road, Near Nandalaya Haveli, Bhavnagar, GJ ; M –  N.A ; Food Serve :  Indian, Chinese

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Vijaydeep Gymnasium Club ; Nirmal Nagar, Mahuva, Bhavnagar – 364290 ; Ph/M: (02844) 3203838 ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : N.A
Aditya Milk Bar ; Khargate, Bhavnagar, Gujarat, ; Ph/M: N.A ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : N.A
Bhavsinhji Cricket Club ; Panwadi, Opposite S T Stand, Bhavnagar – 364001 ; Ph/M: 0278-2515639 ; Cost:  N.A ; Food Serve : N.A

SpaAdd

Kunas Health & Wellness Spa ;  Plot No 1947/A, Opposite Sbsi Sardar Nagar Branch, Bhavnagar Takhteswar, Bhavnagar – 364002 ; Ph/M – 9727406387, (0278) 2570012 ; Cost:  N.A ; Services –  0

FestivalAdd

Navratis ; Venue:  Bhavnagar ; Period :  September/October ; Details:  Navratis take place in September/October and this is a festive time in Bhavnagar as in the whole of Gujarat – this is when all the youngsters celebrate dancing the Dandiya and the Garba.

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• Police : 100
• Fire : 101
• Ambulance :102,108.

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