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The city of Porbandar is a prominent tourist destination in the Indian state of Gujarat. Porbandar is mainly a coastal city that is well known among tourists, mainly for being Mahatma Gandhi’s birthplace, the man behind India’s independence movement. The city of Porbandar falls under the Porbandar district of Gujarat. There are many interesting places that you can visit while in the city of Porbandar. Among these important tourist destinations, many are temples and other places of religious significance. Porbandar is thus, primarily, a town that caters to many pilgrims. The Sudama Mandir in Porbandar is a must visit destination for all religiously inclined people, and even tourists visit this place to get a feel of the culture in the region. You can also visit the Bharat mandir during your trip to Porbandar, as this is another very famous destination in the place. Pilgrims can also visit the Rokadia Hanuman temple, and the Ram Dhoon mandir, which are chief attractions in Porbandar. The city of Porbandar is a fortified city, and it is surrounded by very high walls and bastions. The town also has around five gates, as it was a stronghold for the English Colonel Lally. You can also visit the house of the Mahatma during your trip to Porbandar.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Pilgrim,

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 360575

STD Code: 286

Info Website: porbandar.gujarat.gov.in

Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year

HistoryEdit

The importance of this port city in the state of Gujarat is best revealed through a study of the history of Porbandar. A study of the Porbandar history through archaeological excavations has revealed the presence of the city during the Harappan civilization. Old jetties discovered around the Porbandar creek reveal that the city had been a port during that time. Gandhipuri, porbandar’s descriptions has been done in 10th centurig’s documents as pareva kul from thirteen centuries admirers and stone inscription this place is known and for its proof in sakand (kartikay) puran sudamapuri and it asmavati, kedashwar and kedarkund are described. In older times among two know area of saurashira dwarkakshetra and prabhas kshetra, two pious areas borders meet porbandar so its religious importance is more is but natural. In the east jaambuvants bhoyru, zhadeshwar, kokishaiya (bed) bileshwar, chadeshwar, auddar, balej, pata, madavpura, and maangrop port are situated. Rest of the area is covered by west’s arabina seaSudamapuri or porbandar is situated at a distance of 105 km from junagadh. “pare” means small population. The population settled on Oceanside is also known as pare porbandar is famous as birth place of gandhiji and sudama. He was special friend of lord Krishna.

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Porbandar Sightseeing

How to ReachEdit

By Air : The nearest airport to Porbandar is Porbandar Airport, which is about 6 kms away from the city centre. Private taxis can be availed to the city centre.

By Train : The city of Porbandar has its own railhead, Porbandar Railway Station, which is well connected with major cities of the country. The Saurashtra Express runs regularly from Mumbai to Porbandar via Ahmedabad, Rajkot and Vadodara.

By Bus : Regularly run State Transport Buses connect Porbandar with major cities including Ahmedabad, Dwarka, Junagadh, Rajkot, Jamnagar, Bhavnagar, Bhuj, Somnath, and Diu.

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Top HotelsAdd

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Pride ; M.G. Road Porbandar, GJ ; Ph – 0286 221 2216 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, laundry , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Harmony ; Old Fuwara, M.G.Road, Porbandar, Gujarat 360575 Wadia Rd, Porbandar, GJ ; Ph – 0286 224 4230 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, laundry , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Hotel elaveri InternationalAL ; Zaveri Bungalows, Near Railway Crossing. M.G.Road, Porbandar – 360 575 Gujarat Porbandar, GJ ; Ph – 0286 224 7520 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, laundry , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Top RestaurantsAdd

• Swati Restaurant ;  Porbandar, GJ ; M –  0286 224 6265 ; Food Serve :  Indian,Gujarati ‘thali’

• Bawarchi’s masala cafe & restaurant ;  Shreeji tower,, Opp. kamla Baugh, Rajiv gandhi road, Porbandar, GJ ; M –  0286 224 3832 ; Food Serve :  Indian,Gujarati ‘thali’

Must Eat FoodAdd

Dhokla –  Swagat Restaurant ; Panch Hatdi Porbandar, GJ ; Ph/M –  N.A ; Cost –  N.A ; Famous for – Famous For
Fafda –  Shri Ganesh Restaurant ; Porbandar, GJ ; Ph/M –  N.A ; Cost –  N.A ; Famous for – Famous For
Malpua –  Shreeji Sweet Mart ; Near Kamladas Park, M G Road, Porbandar – 360575 ; Ph/M –  (0286) 2247369 ; Cost –  N.A ; Famous for – Famous For

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