Rajkot, the former Capital of the princely
state of Saurashtra was founded by the Rajput Chief Kunwar Vibhuji in the 16th
century, Rajkot is famous for its Bandhani Sarees, mirror-work, patch work,
bead work and silk embroidery. Best Season : October to March.
How to reach Rajkot:
By Air:
Indian Airlines connects Rajkot with Bombay and Vayudoot connects Rajkot with
Bombay and Kandla. East West Airlines also operate flight from Bombay-Rajkot.
By Rail:
Rajkot is a junction on the Western Railway broad gauge line.
By Road:
Rajkot to : Bombay 798 km, Ahmedabad 218 km, Junagadh 98 km, Jamnagar 86 km,
Dwarka 238 km, Porbandar 178 km,Bhavnagar 165 km,Sasangir 155 km. Bus connect
Rajkot to all major cities of state.
By Local Transport:
Unmetered taxis, Auto rickshaws, Tongas and few private cars.
Places of Interest in Rajkot
Aji Dam 8 km, Mahatma Gandhi's Home (Kaba Gandhino Delo), Lal Pari Lake &
Renderda 4.8 kms, Sardar Smriti Bhavan, Watson Museums & Jubliee Gardens.
Excursions in Rajkot
Jadeshwar (60 kms), Virpur (64 kms), Bhid Bhanjan (60 kms), Manas Mandir (14
kms), Gondal (38 kms), Wankaner (50 kms)
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