7 historical places to explore in Gujarat
Lothal is one of the most prominent cities of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, dating back to 2400 BC. This site is one of the world's earliest known dockyards.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Rani Ki Vav is a stunning stepwell built in the 11th century by Queen Udayamati in memory of her husband, King Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty.
Another UNESCO World Heritage site, this park consists of ruins from the prehistoric, Hindu, and Islamic periods. Champaner was once the capital of Gujarat under the Chauhan Rajputs.
The Sabarmati Ashram was home to Mahatma Gandhi from 1917 to 1930 and played a key role in India’s freedom movement. The ashram was the starting point of Gandhi’s famous Dandi March.
Junagadh is an ancient city with a history dating back over 2,000 years. The Uparkot Fort in Junagadh was built during the reign of the Maitrakas and has been occupied by various rulers.
The Sun Temple at Modhera is dedicated to the solar deity Surya and was built in the early 11th century by King Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty.
Dholavira is another major archaeological site of the Indus Valley Civilization, located in the Rann of Kutch. It dates back to 3000 BC and provides valuable insights into the Harappan people lifestyle.