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Rajmahal Palace
This historical palace is a remarkable architectural marvel that once served as the residence of the rulers of Surendranagar. The palace showcases intricate carvings, splendid arches, and a fusion of architectural styles that reflect the region's rich history.
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Swaminarayan Temple
Surendranagar is home to a beautiful Swaminarayan Temple dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan, a prominent Hindu deity. The temple is known for its serene ambiance, intricate craftsmanship, and religious significance.
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Bhavnath Mahadev Temple
Bhavnath Mahadev Temple Located on the slopes of the Bhavnath Hill, this ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple complex comes to life during the Maha Shivaratri festival, attracting a large number of devotees and tourists.
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Wadhwan City
A short distance from Surendranagar lies Wadhwan, known for its historic havelis (mansions) adorned with exquisite carvings. The Navlakha Palace, a sprawling structure with stunning architecture, is a notable attraction in Wadhwan.
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Thangadh
Thangadh is a town near Surendranagar known for its ceramics and pottery. The town has a tradition of creating beautiful terracotta and ceramic artworks, and visitors can witness artisans at work and purchase these unique pieces.
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Wildlife Sanctuaries
Wildlife Sanctuaries Surendranagar also offers opportunities for nature enthusiasts. The Little Rann of Kutch Wildlife Sanctuary, located nearby, is home to the endangered Indian wild ass and various bird species. Visitors can enjoy jeep safaris to observe the wildlife and unique landscapes.
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Dhrangadhra
This town is known for its salt industry and houses the Dhrangadhra Royal Palace. The palace is an architectural gem that offers a glimpse into the royal history of the region.
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Surendranagar Lake
A peaceful spot for relaxation and picnics, the Surendranagar Lake provides a serene environment for visitors to unwind. Boating facilities are often available for those looking to enjoy the water.
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Trimandir
The temple complex covers an area of 13,190 sqft, while the temple podium is 5,656 sq ft. The entire complex is surrounded by a lush, green garden with benches, as well as a beautiful fountain at the centre.
The temple also has an informative museum and mini-theatre on GnaniPurushParamPujya Dada Bhagwan, around whose vision the Trimandir has been built. His aim was to remove the differences between religions and further to bring religions back to the seat of the Soul. Building a non-sectarian temple was one of the ways that His vision is being fulfilled. The museum has approximately 30,000 visitors in a year.
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Shree Trinetreshwar Mahadev Temple
Tarnetar is known for its annual fair, the Trinetreshwar Mahadev Mela, which is held near the Trinetreshwar Mahadev temple. It attracts villagers from all over the region as well as tourists. It has an attendance figure of around 100,000 people
The fair is organised in Tarnetar village some 39 kilometres from Chotila in Surendranagar District in Gujarat. It is popularly known as the Trinetreshwar Mahadev Mela and revolves around the sacred temple of Trinetreshwar.
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dholi dhaja dam
Surendranagar: The Dholi Dhaja Dam, spanning across the Bhogavo River, has overflowed after receiving water from the Narmada. As the largest dam in the Surendranagar district, it serves as a lifeline for several villages facing water scarcity during the scorching summer.
While numerous villages in Choltia, Wadhwan, and approximately 27 villages of Muli taluka grapple with water scarcity, the water that has entered the dam will assist locals in irrigation and their day-to-day needs. DeshGujarat
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Chotila
Chotila is a small town having population of around 20,000 people and is a taluka head quarter of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. The Mataji temple is situated at the top of the Chotila Mountain. Chotila Mountain is around 1250 feet high and is located around 40 miles away from Rajkot, and around 50 miles away from Ahmedabad.
Famous Hindi film actress Dimpal Kapadia was born in Chotila. She is elder daughter of Chotila’s Gujarati entrepreneur Chunnibhai Kapadia and his wife Betty. When her daughter twinkle Khanna(now married to famous Hindi film hero Akshay Kumar) visited Ahmedabad some years back, she specially visited Chotila and paid her visit to Chamunda temple on the hill.
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Varnindradham Patdi
Varnindra Dham Swaminarayan Temple is beautiful temple located at Patdi via Viramgam, Gandhinagar Highway , Malvan Chokdi Patdi in Dasada taluka, Surendranagar District. The temple is second part of Nilkanthdham Swaminarayan Temple in Poicha. Here is some Fact about Varnindra Dham Swaminarayan Temple in Patdi.
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Wadhwan
Going into the fortified township of Vadhwan, tourists cannot but get awed by the simplistic structures of the erstwhile kingdom of Jhala Rajput rulers, who had a major influence on the culture of the region. Also, remarkable is the culture of Jainism in this section of Gujarat. Vadhwan city is a part of the Surendranagar district of Gujarat located about 111 kms from the town of Ahmedabad. Vadhwan is a known location for its old world royal charm and serene space with a life and culture of its own.
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