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Rashtriya Shala Near Gujarat Vidyapith, Rajkot. Edit
Detail InformationEdit
Rashtriya Shala is another one of the prime attractions in the Rajkot city which was built during the period of Non-Violent Movement to unshackle the nation from the control of the British rule. The place displays segments and souvenirs associated with historical events of non-cooperation movement and India’s fight for independence. Another significant institute namely the Gujarat Vidyapith is also situated near this shala.
HistoryEdit
The Rashtriya Shala of Rajkot is known for its historical importance and was started in 1921 with the help of 66, 000square yards of land donated by the Rajkot leader, Shri Lakhajiraj. This institute is closely associated with the life and activities of Mahatma Gandhi.
Must SeeEdit
Attraction
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Best Season to VisitEdit
Throughout the year
Best Time To VisitEdit
Morning to Evening
Time Required for SightseeingEdit
1hrs
Ticket Required : Yes Edit
Individual National Adult Rs. : INR 3 per person
Kids Rs. : INR 3 per person
Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : INR 3 per person
Kids Rs. : INR 3 per person
Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A
Video Camera Rs. : N.A
Guide Required : No Edit
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Dress Require: N.A
Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit
- Lords Banquet Restaurant ; Opp. Dharam Cinema, Kasturba Rd, Sadar, Rajkot. ; Ph/M – 0281 244 4486 ; Food Serve – Indian
How to ReachEdit
Taxi : Rajkot is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Rajkot by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.
Bus : There are state transport buses that are available to the city of Rajkot from all nearby cities, and tourits can even opt for private buses to Rajkot. Buses will regularly ply to the city of Rajkot from Mount Abu, Bhuj, Udaipur, Mumbai, Una and Bhavnagar. Buses also ply from the city of Ahmedabad.
Train : The city of Rajkot has frequent trains connected to other important cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), Coimbatore, Cochin and Bhopal.
Air : The airport in the city of Rajkot is a domestic airport that has frequent flights to the city of Mumbai and Kandala. Rajkot Airport: 0281 245 1849.
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Things to CarryEdit
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Safety / WarningEdit
- Beware of pickpockets as Rajkot is a major tourist city in India.
- Beware of fake items, especially the marble souvenirs.
- If you buy from roadside sellers, most likely the items are fake and made of chalk instead of marble.
- Better to buy from reputable shops even though you have to pay more.
HelplineEdit
- Police : 100
- Fire Brigade : 101
- Ambulance : 102