Intro
If the Kutch district, is one of the most enchanting cities of India. To visit villages north of Kutch, including Khavda, Bhirandiara and Dumaro, foreign nationals require permission from the District Collector. The 18th century Aina Mahal has fine interior décor, with beautiful courtyards and fountain - fed pleasure pools and mirror mosaics. The modern Swaminarayan temple is one of the most colourful sights in Bhuj. Don' t miss visiting the Kutch Museum amd the Bharatiya Sanskriti Darshan. The 19th century Pragmahal Palace has a magnificent darbar hall with Corinthian pillars, stained glass, murals of characters from Shakespeare's dramas and a clock tower with views.
Bhuj Tourist places
Mata no Madh - Further west of Kakkadbhit is a temple dedicated to the deity of Jadejas, the erstwhile rulers of Kutch. The original temple, which was demolished in the earthquake of 1819, was believed to be 1200 years old. Sunderji Saudagar built a new temple in its place with unique architectural expositions of dimensions and space. The main structure rises to the height of 52 feet. Navratri is also celebrated here.
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Lakhpat - Lakhpat is a trip into history. In this ancient port-city, time has been standing still for ages. It is today deserted, desolate, uninhabited, and invokes powerful nostalgia and soulful affection. Renowned for its beautiful landscape, cenotaphs and memorial stones, the town holds a vantage position due to its westernmost location flanked by the sea and the Rann.
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Narayan Sarovar - One of the most sacred pilgrim centres of the Hindu religion, Narayan Sarovar is uppermost in the pilgrims' circuit. There are actually five sacred lakes here, containing a temple complex is one of its five holy lakes. It finds mention in the ancient scriptures with the other four being Mansarovar at Kailash, Bindusarovar at Bhuvaneshwar, Pushkar in Rajasthan and Pampa in the south.
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Kachchh Museum - The oldest Museum in Gujarat was established in 1877. It is unique in having the largest collection of Kshatrapa inscriptions, for its gold and silver ornaments, textiles, armoury and other exhibits.
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Ethnology Museum - This place is recommended for its rich collection of books and paintings of prominent Kachchhis. On the outskirts of the town is the BHUJIA HILL-FORT. which is still in good condition and has at its top the Temple of Bhujang Naag or serpent, the guardian deity of the city.
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