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An
ancient fortified city rich in myth and legend, Junagadh lies at
the foot of Girnar Hillands, taking its name from the "Old
Fort" which encircles the medieval town. Founded in 1540 it
was the capital of Jamthe Jadeja, the Rajput ruler of Nawanagar.
It was built around Rammol Lake. In center of the Lake, is a small
palace reached by a causeway. It is famous for pearl fisheries,
tie & die fabrics and bandhini work.
Places
of Interest :
Lakhota
Fort and Kotha Bastion
In the center of old Jamnagar, on an island in the middle of the
lake, are two magnificent old structures the Lakhota Fort and
the Kotha Bastion. Lakhota Fort is Jamnagar’s Museum and
its terraces display a fine collection of sculpture that spans
a period from the 9th to 18th Century. The Kotha Bastion is Jamnagar’s
arsenal. One of its most interesting sights is an old ‘well,
the water of which can be drawn by blowing into a small hole in
the floor.
Solarium, Known
as the Ranjit Institute of Poly-Radio Therapy, is open to visitors
after working hours. Its slowly revolving tower provides full
daylong sunlight.
Jansahed's
Palace and Rozi and Bedi Ports are attractive seaside picnic spots
and offer good fishing facilities.
How
to get there
Air : Various domestic airlines connecting
Bombay.
Rail
: On the Western Railway with direct connections with
Ahmedabad.
Road
: State transport buses and private luxury coaches connects
various centres of Gujarat. Jamnagar is 308 Kms. from Ahmedabad
via Rajkot and 92 Kms. from Rajkot.
An
ancient fortified city rich in myth and legend, Junagadh lies at
the foot of Girnar Hillands, taking its name from the "Old
Fort" which encircles the medieval town. Founded in 1540 it
was the capital of Jamthe Jadeja, the Rajput ruler of Nawanagar.
It was built around Rammol Lake. In center of the Lake, is a small
palace reached by a causeway. It is famous for pearl fisheries,
tie & die fabrics and bandhini work. 
