Must-Have Experiences in Gujarat – Gujarat Tourism & Culture
Gujarat is one of the hippest most happening tourist destinations in India. As culturally extravagant as it is historically breathtaking, there are so many unforgettable things to do in Gujarat, and sights and tastes to boot.
The best time to visit Gujarat is during the winter season, namely October to February. You can truly enjoy everything that Gujarat Tourism has to offer during this time. Whether it is places to visit in Gujarat or restaurants to appreciate there, winter in India is a great time to experience all things touristy.
Below are a handful of recommendations. If you haven’t already added these places to visit in Gujarat, do so now.
- Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary
The ‘pride of Gujarat’ is its Asiatic lion species, the only wild prides of their kind in the world.
- Recently (2020), the wildlife sanctuary boasted a remarkable increase in their Gir lion numbers, namely 29% up in the last five years.
- The Nawab of Junagadh, who originally began protective measures for these lions, will surely have been proud to know how well the lions are thriving in Gir.
- The dry deciduous forests comprising this park are considered crucial eco-regions.
- April-May is the ideal wildlife-watching months.
- The park is home to over 300 bird species, more than 38 mammal species, over 37 reptile species, and a whopping 2000+ species of insects.
- From deer like Sambar, Spotted, and Chinkara, to predators like hyenas and leopards, you will find these and more here, aside from the obvious Gir lions.
- Kankaria Lake
Ahmedabad’s second-largest lake is most breathtaking.
- You will find it in the Maninagar area, another gem in the chain of Gujarat Tourism.
- You will also find an amusement park, toy trains, a zoo, and a balloon safari here.
- Adventure activities include water rides, gymnastics, archery.
- Its periphery lit with multi-colored illumination; the lake is as magical as it is memorable.
- In due season, the Kankaria Carnival becomes the cynosure of the lake’s cultural events.
- Girnar
The mountainous splendor of Girnar in Gujarat’s Junagadh district is a sight to behold.
- Aside from drawing trekkers, the place is also a source of religious interest and activity.
- Girnar hills have long served as a pilgrimage site.
- It is beautiful how both Hindus, as well as Muslims, hold Datar Peak in great reverence.
- Jains circulate around temples like Neminath and Meravasi, both of which are situated in the hilly region.
- Sometime during January and February is held the Girnar Parikrama festival. Even the Bhavnath Fair takes place around this time.
- One of the best things to do in Gujarat is to be a part of these outstandingly religious-cultural events.
- Notable historical hotspots include Rudradaman’s Junagarh rock inscription, Ashoka’s major rock edicts.
- Gaze in awe at the 3,383-foot Mount Girnar, the highest point in all of Gujarat.
Conclusion
The best time to visit Gujarat is when it calls to your heart. The best time to enjoy everything that Gujarat Tourism has to offer is when you feel the urge to visit a place steeped in historical significance and dressed in modern magnificence.
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