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Top Bhavnagar Hotels
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Hotels(23)|Ratings(19)|Reviews(19) Last rated Apr 21st 2013
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Rs. 800
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Rs. 1800
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Rs. 2500
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Rs. 1200
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Rs. 2600
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Rs. 8000
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Rs. 1500
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Rs. 2000
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Rs. 800
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Rs. 200
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The coastal city of Bhavnagar is located in the state of Gujarat at a distance of 228 kilometres from Gandhinagar, the capital of the state. It spans an area of 54 square kilometres and has an average elevation of 78 feet. Through the city’s outer area, a small non-perennial river passes, which is known as Kansara Nala.
This fifth largest city of Gujarat is situated in the eastern coast of Saurashtra, also called Kathiawar and to the west of the Gulf of Khambat. It is the second largest city of Saurashtra region and is known for its cultural capital. Presently, it is also the administrative headquarters of Bhanvagar District.
In 1823, a new capital near Vadva village was established by Maharaja Bhavsinhji Gohil and the place was named Bhavnagar, after his name. The place gained importance owing to its location that facilitated maritime trade. It became the capital of Bhavnagar State. Until Indian Independence in 1947, the Rajput Gohil clan ruled the independent state of Bhanvanagar.
Bhavnagar’s old town was basically a fortified town whose gates opened to the region’s other important towns. For nearly two centuries, Bhavnagar remained a major port, trading commodities with Mozambique, Singapore, Zanzibar, the Persian Gulf and Africa.
In 1948, it was the first Indian princely state to unite with the Indian Union. The administration of this state was handed over by Krishnakumar Sinhji, the last Maharaja of Bhavnagar to the people’s representative. The royal family still resides there and are held in high regard by the people of Bhavnagar and adjoining areas.
Bhavnagar is also known as the city of culture and education, with heavy contributions from the literary personalities and artistes. The people of Bhavnagar are considered art-loving and easy-going.
Apart from housing various restaurants and hotels, Bhavnagar also offers a wide array of cuisines and big restaurant chains. The city is also a major stopover for tourists visiting places like Blackbuck National Park at Velavadar and Jain temples at Palitana.
The destination is also home to a number of important tourist places like Takhteshwar temple, Gangajalia temple that is dedicated to Ganga-devi and Town Hall that was formerly a ‘Durbar Hall’, Barton Library that houses a museum and Nilambag Palace.
Tourists can also visit the nearby Gopnath Beach, which houses limestone cliffs, Talja temple and various birds. The forthcoming shopping cum entertainment plaza - ISCON Mega Mall project will be another tourist attraction as it is already renowned as Saurashtra region’s largest organised shopping area.
Since the place experiences a semi-arid climate, summers are very hot and are between March and mid-June. The months from mid-June to October is rainy season and receives an average annual rainfall of 550 mm.
The best season is the winter season with mild temperatures ranging around 20⁰ Celsius during the months of November to February. Throughout the year, Bhavnagar experiences a bit humid climate, owing to its proximity to the sea.
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Bhavnagar located at the Southern end of Peninsula Gujarat with the port of Gogha, is the gateway to the Gulf of Cambay. Located close to Ahmedabad, Bhavnagar offers a number of attractions. The city has the very old Samaldas College, the institution where Mahatma Gandhi studied. Gandhi Smriti Museum houses rare snaps and memorabilia that relates the life of Mahatma Gandhi. The Barton Library is one of the earliest libraries of the state. Another major spot of tourist interest is the Gaurishankar Lake, admired by the Pil Garden, which is also famed as a picnic spot.
The Takhteshwar Temple, devoted to Lord Shiva is located on a hilltop near the city. The entire premise of the temple is made with white marble, overlooking the city of Bhavnagar. Tourists can visit the Water Lock Gate, which was built to maintain the seawater levels in the docks. Prior permissions are required to view this lock gate.
Tourists interested in science can visit the Central Salt and Marine Research Institute, situated on the Waghavadi Road. The Gopnath Beach dotted with limestone cliffs offer views of birds along its coast. The beach houses the largest ship breaking zone in the world - Alang. The Talja temple, built on a volcanic hill of 350 ft at the Gopnath Beach attracts thousands of visitors.
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