Located in the westernmost part of the state of Gujarat,
the westernmost city of India, Bhuj is known for its Katchi
style of architecture. Founded by a local ruler Maharao
Hamir in 1510, the city remained an independent princely
state during the British rule. The local rulers built
the walls of the city in 1723. Bhuj is also known for
its famous desert festival Rann Utsav and its traditional
handicrafts and embroidery.
The weather of the city is hot due to the presence
of The Great Rann of Kutch, which is the North of the
city. However low hills surround the city, offering
the travelers some scenic beauty. Known for its culture
and rich heritage, the city has the oldest museum of
the State of Gujarat.
The main tourist attraction of the city is the beautiful
palace of Aina Mahal also known as the Palace of Mirrors
(Old Palace). Built in the 18th century and located
in the old part of the city, it is surrounded by a small,
fortified courtyard. It also has a museum within it.
The Hall of Mirrors and the Pleasure Pool within this
palace are some very beautiful structures reflecting
the Kutchi style of architecture. The other famous palace
of the city is the Prag Mahal (New Palace), which was
built in the latter half of the 19th century. You can
visit the city through the tour packages for Bhuj.
The oldest Museum in the state of Gujarat, the Kuchch
Museum is another tourist spot, which offers travelers
a deep insight into the history and culture of Bhuj.
The museum was earlier known as the Ferguson Museum
and was built in 1877. The museum has a good collection
of artifacts.
The Sarad Bagh Palace, the Swaminarayan Temple, Bharatiya
Sanskriti Darshan Kachch (folk museum) are other the
tourist attractions of the city.
There are a number of villages around Bhuj worth visiting
but they require a special permit from government offices.
Some of the important villages among them are Bhujjodi,
which is famous for weaving, Padhar and Dhaneti, which
are popular for traditional Ahir embroidery, Dhamanka,
known for block printing and Lilpur, known for its embroidery.
The village of Dholavira, an ancient site associated
with the Indus Valley Civilization, the Anjal Wild Ass
Sanctuary and the town of Gandhidham are other places,
which attracts the tourists from all over the world.
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