Archive for January 14th, 2010

Talaja

Talaja
Situated on the slope of a hill crowned with a Jain temple nearby and at the confluence of Talaji and Shetrunji rivers, Talaja is famous for its Buddhist Caves . These caves are cut into isolated conical rocks. There are 30 such caves with 15 to 20 tanks for storing water. They are simple and [...]

Palitana

Palitana
A 56 Kms. drive from Bhavnagar , Palitana lies at the foot of the Shatrunjaya Hill, with the Shatrunjaya River flowing to its south, making this place one of the most picturesque places of pilgrimage in India . The sacred hill rises in a crescendo of magnificent temples – 863 in all – that soar [...]

Sihor

Sihor
Before Bhavsinghji founded Bhavnagar this was the capital of Gohil rajputs. Excellent wall paintings depicting Bhavnagar ruler Wakhatsinhji with battle scenes, armies, cavalries, etc. are found in Sihor Darbargadh. Brahma Kund is known for its excellent quality of water.