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Junagadh is a city that is located in the Indian state of Gujarat. This city is a popular tourist destination in the Junagadh district. There are many places of interest that you can visit during your trip to the city of Junagadh. Many temples are also located in the region, and pilgrims flock to this region throughout the year. While visiting the city of Junagadh, you should visit Somnath which has a famous temple that is tourist stronghold. The temple at Somnath is located at a distance of about seventy nine kilometres away from the city of Junagadh and this temple is one of the sacred spots included in the twelve jyothirlingas. The temple at Somnath is dedicated to the main deity Lord Shiva, and it is also known as the ‘Eternal Shrine’. This temple has been destroyed six times through the course of history and rebuilt from scratch. You can also catch a glimpse of some wildlife by visiting Sakkarbaug Zoo and the wildlife museum during your trip to Junagadh. The Girnar Mountain is yet another important tourist destination in Junagadh, and a temple dedicated to Ambaji is located atop this mountain. The fort at Uperkot is another major tourist attraction present near the city of Junagadh. The city of Junagadh experiences adverse climatic conditions, and the seasons experienced through the year .

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 362001‎

STD Code: 285

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Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

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Junagadh is district in the Indian state of Gujarat. The city is the 7th largest in Gujarat, in western India, located at the foot of the Girnar hills, 355 km south west of state capital Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad. The name Junagadh means Old Fort. Various famous rulers such as the Kshatrapas, Mauryans, Chudasamas, Guptas, Vilabhis, Gujarat Sultans and Babi Nawabs have reigned in this part of the world. The architecture and rich cultural heritage of Junagadh stands as the edifice of the political and religious influences of the various rulers who have ruled the region. Four major religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Islam, have left a substantial influence on Junagadh. However, a stronger influence of the rulers of Junagadh was felt on the architecture of the city. During the reign of Babi Nawabs, Junagadh was the capital of the Junagadh State.

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By Air : The nearest airport is at Keshod, which is around 40 km from Junagad. It is a domestic airport and its connectivity is limited. The nearest international airport is at Ahmedabad and the airport is well connected to the major parts of the country and abroad.

By Train : The city of Junagadh has a major railway station, and this station is well connected through rail to the cities of Ahmedabad (Somnath Express), Veraval (Jbp Somnath Exp) and Rajkot (Vrl Bct Pass Ex). You can also opt for trains from locations in nearby states to Junagadh. Train fares to Ahmedabad will range around Rs 100.

By Bus : Buses to the city of Junagadh will be available from all nearby locations from within the state and from Maharashtra. Regular buses will be available to the city of Junagadh from Rajkot and Sasan, which lie nearby. Bus fares from these two places will be very minimal due to their proximity and charges will range around Rs 20 to 50 only. The journey from Sasan or Rajkot will take only two hours in an average. You can also opt for buses from Una, Ahmedabad, Jamnagar and Veraval to the city of Junagadh. Bus fares from the city of Ahmedabad will range around Rs 115 for the eight hour trip. Bus fares from Vereval, Jamnagar and Una will range around Rs 45, 70 and 65 respectively, for travelling through Government buses. Private buses to the city of Junagadh will also run from Vadodara, Mumbai and Udaipur.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Hotel Harmony ; Prisam Complex, S.T.Road, Junagadh, Gujarat 362001, Gujarat State Highway 31, Balotra, Joshipura, Junagadh, Gujarat ; Ph – 0285 263 4154 ; Facilities – Room Service

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

The Lotus Hotel ; Station Road, Junagadh, Gujarat 362001 ; Ph – 0285 265 8500 ; Facilities – Room Service

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Platinum ; 4th Floor, Platinum Arcade, Jayshree Road, Kalwa Chowk, Junagadh, Gujarat, 362001 ; Ph – 0285 265 5335 ; Facilities – Room Service

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• Utsav Restaurant ;  2nd Floor, Prisam Complex, Junagadh, Gujarat 362001 ; M –  0285 263 0034 ; Food Serve :  Indian

• Sagar Restaurant ;  Kalva Chowk,, Jayshree Rd, Talav Gate, Junagadh, Gujarat 362001 ; M –  0285 262 3661 ; Food Serve :  Indian

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Bandhni Saris ; Local Market ;  Local Market, Junagadh. ; Ph/M:  N.A

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Maha Shiv Ratri ; Venue:  Junagadh ; Period :  Feb ; Details:  As Somnath Mandir is here in Junagadh, the main and the biggest festival of the Junagidhis is Maha Shiv Ratri. The fest is accompanied with various fairs and mythological plots. Saints from Himalayas use to come here to participate.

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