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There are a number of tourist destinations
to be visited in Bhavnagar. Most of the travel agencies in West
Bengal offer travel services like air tickets, car rental, hotel
room reservation and packaged tours.
Some of the important tourist
sites in Bhavnagar are:
One of the important tourist attractions of Bhavnagar is the Takhteshwar
Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is perched on a small hillock
overlooking the city. Constructed by the royal family of Bhavnagar,
the temple is named in the memory of Maharaja Takhtsinhji. The temple
provides a panoramic view of the city and the adjacent Gulf of Cambay.
Thousands of pilgrims visit this temple every year.
The Gandhi Smriti Museum or Gandhi Memorial is another important
tourist attraction. It houses a collection of photographs and memorabilia
associated with Mahatma Gandhi. Here, one is taken on a journey
of the Mahatma’s life right from his childhood to his death in 1949.
There is also a library that houses a good collection of books on
the Gandhian way of life. Near the Gandhi Smriti, one can see the
Clock Tower, which is an important landmark of this city.
The Gaurishankar Lake is an important picnic spot in Bhavnagar with
its well-maintained parks. There is a small planetarium for children
to visit in the vicinity of the lake.
Located on Waghavadi Road of Bhavnagar, the Central Salt and Marine
Research Institute is an important place to visit and a must for
the science enthusiast. The institute enjoys immense popularity
with the local populace.
The Samaldas College, established 100 years ago, is an important
landmark of Bhavnagar. It is said that Mahatma Gandhi was once a
student here.
The Barton Library and Museum, located at the heart of the city
of Bhavnagar, is worth paying a visit. It is an impressive crescent-shaped
building. The museum houses coins, carvings, archaeological finds,
fossils, arms, and farming implements.
The Water Lock Gate of Bhavnagar is the first of its kind in Gujarat.
The seawater is held by the lock gates, thus helping ships to stay
afloat at the time of low tide.
Like most parts of Gujarat, Bhavnagar is also known for its traditional
handicrafts, which include embroidery and high quality appliqué
work. Locally made tie and dye and block-printed fabrics are also
popular all over the country and abroad. Tourists can buy these
items from Gandhi Smriti, located at Crescent Circle (near the Clock
Tower), and from Avsar, located at the Madhav Hill complex. The
main shopping centre is located in Darbargadh area of the city.
Bhavnagar offers both traditional and modern goods to the traveller.
So all set for the trip to Bhavnagar? As an experienced travel agent
for Bhavnagar we can take care of your entire trip from tour planning,
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