Tour Packages for Bhuj

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.