The state of Gujarat situated on the western coast of the Indian
Peninsula, is a tremendously popular destination in Western India. Adjoining
the Arabian Sea on the west, Madhya Pradesh in the south east, Pakistan and
Rajasthan in the north and Maharashtra in the south, the land of Gujarat
shares a colorful profile. The unique diversity of its topography featuring
forested hilly tracts and the fertile plains in the east, vast tidal
marshland in the west and the rocky shoreline jutting into its heartland
makes it a exotic land for exploration.
The state has so much to discover that even one's lifetime falls short. It
boosts of the magnificent historic monuments, numerous industrial complexes,
glorious religious sites an number of educational institutions that aid the
cultural pride of Gujarat and make it a must visit destination.
The state reminds us of the Mahatma Gandhi, the father of modern state of
India, who was born in Porbandar and worked for many years in Ahmadabad.
Gujarat is a home to Gandhi Ashram, located on quiet stretch of the
Sabarmati river, established in 1920. Some of the other attractions in the
state are Jama Masjid, Calico Museum, Hussian Doshi Gufa, Hatheesing Jain
temples, Kankaria lake etc.
For the adventure enthusiasts there is Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, located in
the south-western parts of the Saurashtra Peninsula. The park is known for
the 300 species of Asiatic lions. Other animal residents of the Gir national
park are Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Chowsingha, Chinkara Gazelle, Wild Boar,
Langur, Jackal, Panthers, Wild Cats and Hares and Hyena.
