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General Information Of Bhuj |
- Area 257 sq. km
- Population (1991) 936991
- Altitude 122 m above sea level
- Languages Hindi, English, and Gujarati
- Best Time to Visit October-March
- STD Code 02832
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Introduction to city Bhuj - In Gujrat |
| Bhuj was founded in 1548 AD by Rao Khengarji I, starting a dynasty of jadeja
rulers that ruled over Kachchh for 400 years. And so, the old walled city of
Bhuj is the most important town in the area. The place lies at the heart of
Kutch and is linked by many roads to the rest of the peninsula. The cenotaphs,
erected at the royal cremation ground as memorials to the former rulers and the
CHHATRI of Rao Lakhpatji who died in 1761, are fine specimen of Kachchhi
architecture. Tourists should have a look at the interior, which has a stone
tablet in memory of the ruler and 15 of his consorts. The exterior walls bear
sculptures of deities, hunting scenes, animals and couples in local Costumes.
Also in Bhuj are the Aina Mahal or Glass Palace which was built in the 18th
century, the Kutch Museum, which is Gujarat’s oldest, and the Bharatiya
Sanskruti Darshan complex is renowned for its Ram Leela Frescoes and other
timeless objects d\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'art. The rural bazaars of Bhuj sell its
exquisite handicrafts, where icons of old customs and traditions are still alive
in handicrafts, embroidered fabrics, leatherware, carved and lacquered furniture
and metal ware, especially, old silver ware. |
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Sightseeing : Places to visit in destination - Bhuj |
| Bhuj offers various sightseeing options which includes Aina Mahal which now
serves as a museum, was built during the rule of Rao Lakhpatji. It now stands as
a repository of the culture and history of Kachchh. Also visit Pragmal Palace
which is opposite to Aina Mahal. Also visit Kachchh Museum, the oldest Museum in
Gujarat established in 1877. Visit Ethnology Museum which is having unique
collection of books and paintings. Visit Kakkadbhit Yaksha situated on a small
hillock with 72 idols of Yaksha or Jakhs, who are believed to have come from
Iran. |
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Excursions : Places nearby city - Bhuj |
| Bhuj offers various excursions including Mata no Madh, which is famous for a
temple dedicated to the deity of Jadejas. Also visit Kalo Dungar the low hills
and hillocks lend the beauty and mystique to the rann, which has lured the
adventurers through ages. Visit Banni and Khavda villages where people make
ornaments, clothes and utensils. Tunda Vandha is a unique Rabari village in this
village most of the male population is generally away from the village. Also
visit Anjar which is famous for the shrine of Jesal and Toral, the folklore duo
wherein the tough outlaw Jesal was chastised by Toral, a Kachchhi woman; is also
a centre of fairs. |
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