Gujarat is the
westernmost state of India. It is bounded by the Arabian
Sea to the west and southwest, and Pakistan to the north.
The state of Rajasthan is to the northeast, Madhya Pradesh
to the east, and Maharashtra and the union territory
of Dadra and Nagar Haveli to the south and southeast
of Gujarat.
Tourism
Gujarat,
the land of legendary Krishna and Mahatma Gandhi, offers
a wide range of the spectacular tourists attractions
including breathtaking locations and scenic landscapes.
Home to several architectural marvels, Gujarat is also
a melting pot of several civilizations resulting in
a vibrant culture and a rich heritage and pilgrim centres
for many faiths.
Weather
The
summer season during March to May is hot. The south-west
monsoon brings respite from the heat in June in form
of rain. The rainy season ends in September. Winters
from November to February are pleasent.
Places of Tourist
Interest
Gujarat
has lot to offer. The major attraction includes Archaeological
and Historical Destination, Beaches, Cultural Centres,
Hill Stations, Wildlife and Temples. The prominent destination
of the state are Ahmedabad, Bhavnagar, Dwarka, Jamnagar,
Junagadh, Kutch & Bhuj, Palitana, Porbandar, Rajkot,
Saputara, Sasangir, Somnath, Surat and Vadodara.
Festivals
& Events
Gujarat
could well be termed the 'Land of Festivals and Fairs'
with almost 3,500 of them being celebrated in different
parts of the state every year. Some of the major fairs
of the state includes Trinetreshwar Mahadev Fair (Tarnetar
Mela), Vautha Mela, Shamlaji Mela, Dhrang Fair, Bhavnath
Mahadev Mela, Dangs Darbar, and Chitra Vichitra Mela.
The major festivals og Gujarat are Summer Festival,
The International Kite Festivals, Navaratri, the Kutch
Mahotsav, Modhera Dance Festival, Janamasthami, Diwali,
Holi, Raksha Bandhan and Rath Yatras.
When to
Go
The
best time to visit Gujarat is throughout the year.
Interesting
Fact
An interesting festival
by the name of Uttarayan is celebrated in Gujarat when
people of all ages fly kites from dawn to dusk.
When to Go
The best time to visit Kerala is
during December to May.
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