Bhavnagar is the headquarters of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat. It is the fifth largest city in Gujarat and it is known as the cultural capital of the state. The city was the capital of erstwhile Bhavnagar Princely State.
The city was founded by the ruler of Bhavnagar Princely State, named, Bhavsinhji Gohil in 1724. It is situated to the west of the Gulf of Khambhat. Bhavnagar was an important city in the ancient times as a commercial port city.
The city seemed to have been the home for many artists, poets and thinkers of Gujarat. Narasinh Mehta, Ganga Sati, Kavi Kant, Nanabhai Bhat and there are many such progressive thinker who have been born and brought up in Bhavnagar.
The city provides educational opportunities for many aspiring students of the region. It is an education hub. A university is also located in this city. This urban city provides healthcare facilities, and it serves as a center for trade related activities.
Salt production, diamond cutting and polishing, and maritime activities comprise main part of the industrial set up of this city.
Bhavnagar is served with an airport that is well connected to Mumbai. You can reach the city by road and railways. It is connected to Ahmedabad, Surat, Mumbai and Vadodara by road and railways.
Approximate distance:
Ahmedabad -174 km, Vadodara -193 km, Surat -333 km,
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Places of attraction:
Takhteshwar Temple: This temple of Shiva made of marble is a popular spot in the city.
Palaces: Since it was the capital of former royalty, one can see royal buildings such as palaces. Nilambag Palace, Mangalasinhji Palace, and Bhav Vilas Palaces are the three important palaces of the city. The city houses a beautiful lake named Gaurishankar Lake.
Make a trip to the Black Buck National Park, which is located about 72 km from the city. The place is the home for Black Buck species.
