Gujarat Tourism

The most convenient entry point into Gujarat is through the metropolis of Ahmedabad. The city contains some very fine museums, the Calico Museum of Textiles being considered among the world’s finest. Ahmedabad’s walled city is a living testimony to its heritage of crafts as women walk by in dazzling embroidered garments and flashing ethnic silver jewellery. Traditional Ahmedabad combines mosques of inspired workmanship, wooden Jain temples, unique stone stepwells and houses with ornately carved wooden balconies and window screens. 

Modern Ahmedabad, just across the River Sabarmati spanned by four bridges, is a showpiece of contemporary architecture with designs by Le Corbusier, Louis Kahn and the best known Indian architects. Ahmedabad is a convenient base for a number of excursions, Modhera being the best known. 106 km away, this is one of the very few sun temples in the country.


Gujarat’s loveliest beach – and the state is well endowed with them – is Ahmedpur Mandvi whose chief attraction is the ethnic beach resort. Cottages modelled on rural Gujarati architecture look out onto a secluded beach, one of the state’s chief centres for water sports:



Gujarat Language


Gujarat is inhabited by people belonging to varied castes, religions and communities. Due to this reason, a number of varied languages are spoken in the state. The official language of the state is Gujarati. It is an Indo-Aryan language derived from Sanskrit. Gujarati is the 26th most widely spoken language in the world. In addition to this, it has eleven dialects, spoken in different parts of the state.


Gujarat shares its borders with other neighboring states of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Therefore, there is a small population which speaks the respective languages of the different states also, namely Marwari, Hindi, and Marathi. Apart from this, Urdu and Sindhi are also spoken in Gujarat. Kachchh is one of the important areas in the state. It has an independent identity and is growing popular amongst tourists. The mother tongue of the people of Kutch is Kachchi. It is an important language of the region

Culture & Lifestyle

Gujarat is a flourishing state with cultural diversity. It is vibrant with its true colors of rich heritage and cultural traditions. Dating back to history with the Harappan civilization, the state becomes a confluence of many religions – Hinduism, Islam, Jainism and Buddhism. The Gujarati culture blends in arts, beliefs, customs, traditions, institutions, inventions, language, technology and values

Places of Tourist Interest in Gujarat

• Ahmedabad Tourism

• Gondal Tourism

• Mandvi Tourism

• Porbandar Tourism

• Wankaner Tourism

• Bhavnagar Tourism

• Jamnagar Tourism                                                                                  

Ahmedabad Tourism

Ahmedabad blends harmoniously an ancient heritage with a vibrant present. The city's prosperous and eventful past and present is embodied in its rich kaleidoscope of history, art and culture, rich architecture and imposing monuments. Tourists can visit Ahmedabad throughout the year.

Palces of Interest in Ahmedabad

Ahmed Shah's Mosque, Balvatika, Teen Darwaza and Bhadra Fort, Daria Khan's Ghummat, Siddi Sayyad's Mosque, Gita Mandir, Swami Narayan Temple, Hathisinh Mandir, Jhulta Minar, Jumma Masjid, Kankaria Lake, Rani Sipri's Mosque and Tomb, Rani Roopmati Mosque, Rauza of Shah Alam, Sabarmati Ashram, Siddhi Sayyad Mosque, Dada Hari Vav.

How to Reach Ahmedabad

By Air: Indian Airlines connect Ahmedabad with Bombay, Delhi, Bangalore, Madras, Jaipur, Indore and Calcutta. East West Airlines also connects Ahmedabad with Bombay.

By Rail: Ahmedabad is directly connected to Bombay, Delhi, Calcutta, Madras, Trivandrum, Varanasi etc.

By Road : Ahmedabad to : Baroda (Vadodara) 113 km, Mt. Abu 228 km, Udaipur 252 km, Jaipur 657 km, Bombay 545 km, Delhi 1076 km, Gandhinagar 25 km, Modhera 110 km, Nal Sarovar 71 km and Lothal 80 km.

Gondal Tourism

Gondal is a testimony to the great visionary ruler Sir Bhagwatsinhiji, who introduced social reforms, planned the development of Gondal town and created a model state of Saurashtra in late 19th and early 20th century. Gondal, the capital of the former princely State of Gondal, was ruled by the Jadeja Rajput clan, till the independence of India. It is a fortified town located on the river Gondali.

Sir Bhagwatsinhji's high education and extensive tours to Europe enhanced his aesthetic taste, which can be seen in the architecture and planning of public buildings, parks, bazaars dn palaces builts during his regime.

Gondal Travel Information

By Air

Nearest Airport is Rajkot (39 km) 

By Rail

Gondal is a Railway station on Rajkot-Veraval line

By Road

Rajkot (39km), Ahmedabd (264km)

By Local transport

Non-Metered Autorickshaws

Mandvi Tourism

Mandvi was originally a fortified town having a fort wall of about 8m high and 1.2m wide stone amsonary. The fort had several gateways and 25 bastion ; but at present, most of the wall has disappeared. The bastion on the southwest is largest and acts as a lighthouse.

Mandvi is located on the banks of teh Rukmavati river, barely one km away from the Arabian Sea at the Gulf of Kutch. The town has a very pleseant climate throughout the year and was a summer retreat of the Kutch Maharaos. The establishment of the town dates back to the late sixteenth century (1581 AD) and is attributed to the first Jadeja ruler of Kutch Rao Khengarji

Mandvi Travel Information

By Air:

Nearest Airport is Bhuj(50 km) 

By Rail:

Nearest Railway Station is Gandhidham (95 km) 

By Road:

Bhuj (50 km), Ahmedabad (446 km), Rajkot (268 km)





Porbandar Tourism

Porbandar, originally a fortified town. with high rampart walls, bastions and five gates, lost its fortification by the order of Colonel Lally in 1888 AD. Even today, a ritual to circumambulate the fortification is performed by Hindus.

The prosperity of Porbandar was due to maritime trade and it was a thriving port in the Mughal period. It was attacked by the Portuguese in the wake of achieving supremacy over sea trade in 1531 AD. The Walker Treaty of 1807 AD between the ruling clans of Saurashtra and the British put an end to the feuds and it resulted in a favorable environment for the civic development of the Porbandar State.

By Air:
Porbandar is connected by air to Mumbai 


By Rail: 
Railway station on Porbandar-Ahmedabad railway line 


Road: 
Ahmedabad (412 km), Rajkot (187 km), Jamnagar (124 km) 


Local transport: 
Non-Metered Autorickshaws and Local Buses




Wankaner Tourism


Wankaner derives its name from the geographical feature related to the location of the town: 'Wanka' means a bend and 'ner' means water stream in Gujarati. Wankaner literally means a bend on the stream and it is located on the bend of the Machchhu river


The Jhala Rajput clan ruled Wankaner, the capital of the former princely State of Wankaner, till Indian independence in 1947 AD. It was one of the four princely states of Jhalawad, other three being- Wadhvan, Limbdi and Dhangadhra. 


Sartanji founded the princely State of Wankaner in 1605 AD and the town was fortified in the late 18th century for protection against the bandits and neighboring enemies. King Amarsinhji, a noble ruler, who made Wankaner a rich city-state, ruled Wankaner up till 1947 AD.

Travel Information: 


By Air: Nearest airport is Rajkot (53 km), Ahmedabad (220 km) 


By Rail: Wankaner City on Ahmedabad-Rajkot railway line 


By Road: Rajkot (53 km), Ahmedabad (220 km) 


By Local transport: Non-metered auto rickshaws.




International airport

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport:

is India's eighth busiest airport with an average of 250 aircraft movements a day. It services the metropolitan areas of two cities in the State of Gujarat - Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar. The airport is located 8 km (5.0 mi) from the Ahmedabad Railway Station. It is named after statesman and former Deputy Prime Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The airport is spread over an area of 1,124 acres (4.55 km2) with the runway measuring 11,811 ft (3,600 m).


The airport is a focus city for several Indian carriers which include Air India, IndiGo, Jet Airways, Kingfisher and SpiceJet.


Domestic airports

• Bhavnagar Airport: is located near Bhavnagar in the state of Gujarat, India.

Airlines                      Destinations


Jet Airways                 Mumbai
Kingfisher Airlines Mumbai

• Bhuj Airport: is located in Bhuj in the Kutch District of the state of Gujarat, India.

The airport was previously made up of two bunkers/buildings near the Bhuj Rudra Mata Air Force Base, with which it shares the runway. On one side of the passing road there was an Indian Airlines bunker, and on the other side a Jet Airways bunker. From there a coach would transport one across the Indian Air Force grounds to the small departures terminalis located in Bhuj in the Kutch District of the state of Gujarat, India.
The airport was previously made up of two bunkers/buildings near the Bhuj Rudra Mata Air Force Base, with which it shares the runway. On one side of the passing road there was an Indian Airlines bunker, and on the other side a Jet Airways bunker. From there a coach would transport one across the Indian Air Force grounds to the small departures terminal


Airlines                       Destinations


Kingfisher Airlines Mumbai
Jet Airways                 Mumbai

• Jamnagar Airport or the Govardhanpur Airport Jamnagar:is an airport in Jamnagar, Gujarat, India. It is owned by the Indian Air Force and also permits both commercial as well as private flights.

Airlines Destinations


Air India Mumbai

• Kandla Airport or Gandhidham Airport:is located north of Kandla and Gandhidham in the Kutch District of the state of Gujarat, India.

Airlines                    Destinations


Kingfisher Airlines Mumbai

• Porbandar Airport:is an airport in Porbandar, Gujarat, India. A new terminal was opened in the spring of 2008.

Airlines        Destinations


Jet Airways   Mumbai

• Rajkot Airport: is a public airport located a few miles from Rajkot, Gujarat, India. Daily flights are operated by Jet Airways and Air India. Rajkot Airport has parking apron for Two B-737 with 250 terminal capacity.

Airlines             Destinations


Air India          Mumbai
JetLite            Mumbai 

• Surat Airport: is a domestic airport located in Magdala, 11 kilometres south-west of Surat in the Western Indian state of Gujarat. The total area of the airfield is 312 Hectares. It currently caters to scheduled airline services as well as private aircraft and is also home to a Flying training school.

Airlines                    Destinations


Air India Regional Delhi

• Vadodara Airport or Civil Airport Harn: is a civilian airport located in the north-east of Vadodara, Gujarat, India in the suburb of Harni.

Airlines                      Destinations

JetLite                       Delhi


Jet Airways                 Bangalore, Delhi,Hyderabad,Mumbai

IndiGo                        Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai,Pune


Air India Regional Delhi

gujarat tourism
gujarat tourism packages
gujarat tourism guide
holiday gujarat
gujarat tourism map
gujarat tourism hotels
gujarat map
birds of gujarat photo
travel gujarat

Tamil Nadu Tourism

Tamil Nadu Tourism



Tamilnadu tourism offers an excellent opportunity to explore famous tourist places in Tamil Nadu and attractions in Tamilnadu. Powerful dynasties like Cholas, Cheras, Pandyan and Pallavas have adorned the state with their outstanding creations. Each corner of Tamilnadu is sprinkled with pre-historic cultural legacy and has preserved its ancient Dravidian culture. The amalgam of vibrant culture and traditions gives an unique identification to this majestic land of Tamilians. 


About Tamil Nadu


Located on the Southern corner of India, Tamilnadu is a top tourist destinations of the country. Bounded by Eastern Ghats in the North, Nilgiri, Annamalai Hills and Palakkad in the West and Bay of Bengal in the East, Tamilnadu is truly a paradise for the travelers. Lush green valleys, beautiful hill stations, exotic beaches, you will find it all here.














Tamilnadu Hill Stations

Nestling on the south eastern side of Indian territory, the beautiful and culturally rich Tamil Nadu is home to some of the picturesque hill stations in south India. Invigorating climate, lush greenery, undulating slopes and rejuvenating atmosphere have made Tamilnadu hill stations an ideal destination for visitors to spend their vacations






Ooty

Ootacamund, also called Udhaga-mandalam is another jewel in the crown of Tamilnadu hill stations. It is nicknamed as the queen of the hill stations of South India, is crowning the Nilgiri's at an altitude of 2240 metres. Ooty is known for its extraordinary scenic beauty and salubrious climate round the year. Green Udhagamandalam better known as Ooty is the most popular hill station in the South India.




Yercaud

Unlike other popular summer resorts of Tamilnadu, Yercaud is a hidden treasure amongst hill stations in south India. Perfect for a calm and solitary holiday, Yercaud is bedecked with numerous natural charms which are unmatched in their respective sense.








Yelagiri

Paradise for trekkers, Yelagiri is another alluring hill resort in TamilNadu. Blessed with pleasant weather throughout the year, Yelagiri is an ideal destination to rejuvenate one's body, mind and soul amidst serene beauty of 'Mother Nature













Kodaikanal



Situated at an altitude of 2100 meters above sea level and 120 Kms from the bustling city of Madurai, Kodaikanal is a perfect destination for a calm and solitary vacations. Feel every breath you take here, rejuvenate you to the deepest.












Coonoor

The exquisite hill station of Coonoor lies in the wraps of the Nilgiri Hills. In fact Coonoor is located at an altitude of 1800 m. This is probably the best hill station in the state for trekking.















Kotagiri

In the serene setting of the Nilgiri Hills and just an hour's drive from Ooty, Kotagiri is a small town set among the lush tea estates. Retaining the essence of hill magic and charm, the resort offers year round sylvan charm.















Velliangiri Hills

This is not only a hill station, this is more of a pilgrimage destination. Of all the mountain shrines in Kongunadu, the Siva temple of Velliangiri in the western boundary is considered to be the most famous. Known as Rajathagiri, Velliangiri, Dakshin Kailash or Bhoolok Kailash, this sacred spot, according to legend, is where Siva performed his cosmic dance on the request of his consort Umadevi.





Airports in Tamil Nadu



The airport is the first among the Tamil Nadu Airports and also among the airports in India. The amount of cargo and air traffic that the airport handles has made it an integral part of Tamil Nadu Travel. The airport was also the final destination of Air India's first flight from Bombay via Belgaum in 1954.The first passenger terminal of the airport was built at the northeast side of the airfield, which lies in the suburb of Meenambakkam due to which it is also referred as the Meenambakkam Airport. The airport has a new terminal complex located to the south of Pallavaram while the old terminal is used as a cargo terminal for the courier companies.


The airport has three terminals, of which the old terminal at Meenambakkam is used for cargo and the new passenger terminal complex near Pallavaram is used for passenger operations. A new building has been constructed near the new terminal which houses the administrative offices and a restaurant.


The international terminal of the airport has two aero bridges followed by the domestic terminal with three aerobridges. At present, the new international block of the airport is used for departures while the older building is used for arrivals. The airport also has the distinction of being the first airport to have been certified with ISO 9001:2000 certification.Besides the Chennai International Airport the other Airports in Tamil Nadu are at Coimbatore, Trichy, Tuticorin and Madurai.



Flights to Chennai


Located in the region of Meenambakkam, around 7 km south of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, the Chennai International Airport is one of the most important airports in India. It is also the leading international airport of Tamil Nadu, responsible for connecting the state to a number of International cities. The airport has two terminals, the Kamaraj Terminal and the Anna Terminal, which is responsible for the flights to various international destinations like London, Frankfurt, Dubai, Muscat and a number of others.





Flights to Madurai


Madurai is one of the most important cities of Tamil Nadu as well as a major tourist attraction of Tamil Nadu. Located around 13 kms away from the Madurai Railway Station, the Madurai Airport serves only domestic flights and can be accessed by a number of airlines including

• Air Deccan (Bangalore, Chennai)
• Indian (Chennai, Mumbai)
• Jet Airways (Chennai)
• Paramount Airways (Bangalore, Chennai)

Flights to Trichy

Located around 5 kms away from the main city, the city of Trichy or Tiruchirapalli as it is officially known, the Tiruchirapalli Airport serves both domestic as well as international flights to Tamil Nadu. Flights to Coimbatore Located around 13 kms away from Coimbatore in the region of Peelamedu, this is one of the most important airports of Tamil Nadu and is responsible for a number of flights to and from Tamil Nadu

Flights to Coimbatore

Located around 13 kms away from Coimbatore in the region of Peelamedu, this is one of the most important airports of Tamil Nadu and is responsible for a number of flights to and from Tamil Nadu

Departure          Airlines      Days         Arrival                  Flight Num

07:20 Kingfisher Tue/Sat 08:40                   IT2902

07:45 Kingfisher    Daily Ex Tue/Sat 09:20 IT2902

10:20 Spicejet Daily 11:20 SG282

11:20 Jetair Daily 12:35 9W2754

16:20 Jetair Daily 17:45 9W2726

17:00 Indigo Daily 18:00 6E286

19:10 Kingfisher Daily Ex Tue 20:30 IT2906

20:30 Spicejet Daily 21:30 SG284

21:05 Jetair Daily 22:20 9W2756

21:05 Kingfisher Tue 22:20 IT2906

tamilnadu tourism


tamilnadu tourism packages


tamilnadu tourism places


tamilnadu tourism map


tamilnadu tourism hotel

Rajasthan tourism

About Rajasthan

Folklore of heroism and romance resound from the formidable monuments that majestically stand to tell the tale of a bygone era. The magic of vibrant Rajasthan - its rich heritage, colourful culture, exciting desert safaris, shining sand-dunes, amazing variety lush forests and varied wildlife - makes it a destination nonpareil. Rajasthan is often portrayed as one vast open-air museum, with its relics so well preserved that it delights even the most skeptical traveler.


It is an incredible destination for the outdoor-tourist – take a safari on horses, camels, elephants or even in jeeps, with the Aravalis - India's oldest mountain range as the backdrop. Feast your eyes on spectacular sand-dunes, take the tiger trail, or just watch the birds in the wetlands. You can also choose to pamper yourself in the lavish heritage properties. Rajasthan has something for everyone –  one just has to choose an activity appropriate to one's temperament.




Airports in Rajasthan 

Rajasthan has both domestic and international airport in the major cities. Flights are available from Jaipur airport, Jodhpur airport, Bikaner airport and Udaipur airport all round the year while Jaisalmer airport opens from 1st October to 31st March. 


There is one airport in Rajasthan, rest of the airports are domestc that cater flights from ther popular cities of India. Know about the Rajasthan airports in this section



List of Rajasthan Airports


Sanganer Airport (Jaipur)


Civil Airport Jodhpur (Jodhpur)


Maharana Pratap Airport (Udaipur)


Kota Airport (Kota)


Jaisalmer Airport (Jaisalmer)


Nal Airport (Bikaner)






Jaipur

Airport - Sanganer Airport


Type - International / Domestic


Location - 10 Kms. from City


Airlines - International Flight Operators:
Indian Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa, Air-France, Royal Jordan, Singapore Airlines, Gulf Airways, Thai Airlines, K.L.M., Kuwait Airways, Cathay Pacific, Alitalia, East West Airlines.


Domestic Flight Operators:
Archana Airways, UP Air, Jet Airways, Air India, Modiluft





Udaipur

Airport - Maharana Pratap Airport


Type - Domestic


Location - 22 Kms South of Udaipur


Airlines - Alliance Air & Jet Airways





Jodhpur

Airport - Jodhpur Airport


Type - Domestic


Location - 5 Kms. from Jodhpur City Center


Airlines - Alliance Air & Jet Airways



Jaisalmer Airport


Airport - Jaisalmer Airport


Type - Domestic


Location - 9 Kms. from Jaisalmer City Center


Airlines - Alliance Air & Jet Airways






Kota

Airport - Kota Airport


Type - Domestic


Location - 10 Kms. from City


Airlines - Few Private Operators



Bikaner

Airport - Nal (Bikaner) Airport


Type - Domestic


Location - 9 Kms. from City


Airlines - Few Private Operators







The Architecture of Rajasthan

The mixture and brilliance of Rajasthan's architectural heritage can amaze a visitor. Majestic forts, intricately carved temples and havelis (meaning mansion) and even step wells make Rajasthan a paradise for an architecture buff. The desert State of Rajasthan is a land of irony and extremes. This vibrant and striking region is the home of the Rajput warrior clans who had ruled here for many years. Rajasthan is also home to some of India's most romantic cities. The Rajputs were prolific builders and have dotted the arid Aravali landscape with their legacy of some most imposing and magnificent forts and palaces in the world. Today the structures defy time to tell the story of gallantry, courage and tragedy of the bygone era and its story of survival in the harsh Thar Desert. Some of the prominent structures that represent the architectural heritage of Rajasthan are Jantar Mantar, Dilwara Temples, Chittaurgarh Fort, Lake Palace Hotel, City Palace and Jaisalmer havelis.


The People

Rajasthan has large indigenous populace–The Meo and Minas (Minawati) in Alwar, Jaipur, Bharatpur, and Dholpur areas. The Banjara are travelling tradesmen and artisans. The Gadia Lohar is the ironsmith (lohar) who travels in bullock carts (Gadia); they generally make and repair agricultural and household implements. The Bhils are one of the oldest peoples in India, and inhabit the districts of Bhilwara, Chittaurgarh, Dungarpur, Banswara, Udaipur, and Sirohi and are famous for their skill in archery. The Grasia and nomadic Kathodi live in the Mewar region. Sahariyas are found in the Kota district, and the Rabaris of the Marwar region are cattle breeders.


The Oswals hail from Osiyan near Jodhpur are successful traders and are predominately Jains. While the Mahajan (the trading class) is subdivided into a large number of groups, some of these groups are Jain, while others are Hindu. In the north and west, the Jat and Gujar are among the largest agricultural communities. The Gujars who are Hindus dwell in eastern Rajasthan. The nomadic Rabari or Raika are divided in two groups the Marus who breed camels and Chalkias who breed sheep and goats.  


The Muslims form less than 10% of the population and most of them are Sunnis. There is also a small but affluent community Shiaite Muslims known as Bhoras in southeastern Rajasthan.


Religion


Hinduism, the religion of most of the population, is generally practiced through the worship of Brahma, Shiva, Shakti, Vishnu, and other gods and goddesses. Nathdwara is an important religious centre for the Vallabhacharya sect of Krishna followers. There are also followers of the Arya Samaj, a reforming sect of modern Hinduism, as well as other forms of that religion.


Music & Dance




RHYTHM  AND RESONANCE

Rajasthan is culturally rich and has extensive tradition in art and culture, which reflects the Indian way of life. The dance, music and art forms have been consciously cultivated and patronized by the erstwhile royal courts. An equally rich and varied folk culture from villages is both fascinating and mesmerizing. The music is of uncomplicated innocence and songs depict day-to-day relationships and chores, more often about the bringing of water. Rajasthan's cultural tapestry takes in simple folk to highly cultivated classical music and dance, in its own distinct style.



Dance

The Thar Desert of Rajasthan comes alive when its dancers take the centre stage. Rajasthan has a great variety of dances, which are simple expressions of celebration and festivity. The dancers, the dances and costumes have made Thar the most colourful desert in the world; with each region adding its own form of dance styles and performers. There are dances that follow age-old traditions, adhere to religious significance, and display their daring as well as complimenting various fairs and festivals.



ROYAL RAJASTHAN ON WHEELS

Rajasthan is the magnificent land of numerous kingdoms, majestic forts and palaces, diverse cultures, varied landscapes and vibrant colours. Experience the land of regal splendour with Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, the contemporary royal living. The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is the regal delight where every moment is woven together into an everlasting and immemorial experience to be lived and cherished forever. The makers of the Palace on Wheels have rekindled the charm of luxury with utmost consideration of your comfort and modern amenities at the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels. This tour is extensively planned to take you through the whispering sands of desert, the intriguing sagas of forts and palaces, and the adventurous escapades to the wilds; while you witness the luxuries on the train in a truly royal fashion. This train is newly built and designed in a contemporary royal style. You will be delighted with the magnificent interiors, sumptuous meals, expensive wines, and personalised service by the Khidmatgars, the likes of which you would rarely experience.

Rajasthan tourism





rajasthan tourism map


rajasthan tourism mount abu


rajasthan map


rajasthan roadways


rajasthan tour packages