24 Places To Visit In Porbandar

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Day 1 - Begin tour of the city at the Porbandar Beach. Then visit Sri Hari Mandir and Kirti Mandir. Day 2 - Begin day at Chowpatty Beach. Then visit Sudama Mandir and Harsiddhi Mataji Temple. Rest of the day off for shopping and enjoying local dishes.

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1. Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

Top Attraction 3.5 /5

20 km from city center

Wildlife

Located at about 15 km from Porbandar, the Sanctuary is distributed in two districts i.e. Porbandar and Jamnagar. The Sanctuary area is a green surrounded by agriculture fields, wastelands and forest and the terrain of Barda is almost hilly.

Top Attraction 4.2 /5

3 km from city center

Temple

The Kirti temple was built honoring Mahatma Gandhi . The ancestral house of Bapu and Kasturba Gandhi is placed right beside the temple . Visitors can have glimpses of the house and walking through its corridors is a mesmerizing experience in its own. It was built on behalf of Porbandar city dwellers in 1944 on Gandhi's release from prison.
Oil paintings of both Mahatma Gandhi and Kast (Read More)urba Gandhi are portrayed in the temple engaging many history buffs from all over the world. Political figures from all around the world often come to pay respect to the father of the nation.

Top Attraction 3.4 /5

1 km from city center

Bird Sanctuary

This 1 kilometer square area is visited annually by migratory birds. Flamingos, Grebes, Pelicans, Ducks and geese, Avocets, Coots, Cormorants, Herons, Egrets, Bittern, Storks, Ibis, Spoonbill, Cranes, Whistling Teals, Gulls, Terns, Jacanas, Ruff, Red shanks, Indian roller and many other varieties of winged, fluffy creatures pay a visit during the winters.

3.1 /5

2 km from city center

Beach

Also known as Willingdon Marina Beach, Porbandar Beach is one of the famous and most amazing attractions of Porbandar. Don't foret to visit Huzur Palace which is a great tourist spot located near the beach.

3.6 /5

2 km from city center

Planetarium

Also known as the Tara Mandir, the Nehru planetarium is built mainly for the children. There are regular shows held in this planetarium which showcases various celestial bodies.

3.1 /5

33 km from city center

Beach

One among the undeveloped and virgin beach located at a distance of 36 km from Porbandar, Miyani Beach gives a splendid experience. One can also enjoy other tourist attractions near Miyani beach which includes Sudama temple, Kirti temple, Harsidhhi temple and Brahma temple.

7. Bharat Mandir, Porbandar

3.1 /5

2 km from city center

Landmark

About 2km from the town, Bharat Mandir also Known as India Temple showcases many sculptures, pictures and other artifacts about the Indian tradition. Located opposite to Nehru Planetarium in a garden, the temple houses stone carvings and brass reliefs of heroes from Hindu mythology on the pillars.

4 km from city center

Temple

Sri Hari Mandir in Porbandar is unique in its objective. It is one of the premier establishments of modern India which provides Vedic education and practical training in rituals of Hinduism to Rishikul students. Apart from being a gurukul, it is also a grand temple for deities like Shri Lakshmi Narayan, Radha Krishna, Karunamayi Goddess, Lord Ganesh and more.

2 km from city center

Temple

Bhutnath Mahadev Temple is a quiet, little place where followers of the Shaivaite faith can gather to offer prayers to the God of Destruction. The lingam is considered very pious here, and devotees pay respect to it on an everyday basis as well as special occasions like Shivratri.

2 km from city center

Temple

Sudama Mandir of Porbandar, built by Sri Ram Devji Jethwa of the Jethwa dynasty between 1902 and 1907, is dedicated to Lord Krishna's friend Sudama. Gujarat was the land of the entire clan of Lord Krishna, and the ruler was a devotee of the same.The grand structure made of white marbles is a revered destination, especially for newly married royal couples of Rajasthan.

30 km from city center

Village

Once the prosperous capital of Saindhava and then the Jethwa dynasty of Sourashtra back in the 12th-13th century, Ghumli is now an important and preserved archaeological site. The village features a number of temples, historical gates and other structures built by the dynasties. Navlakha temple and Ashapura temples are a must-visit for the visitors.

2 km from city center

Beach

The sandy stretch of Chowpatty Beach in Porbandar is a perfect place for tourists for a lazy afternoon stroll or to sit and enjoy the blue expanse of the Arabian Sea ahead. Other than the serenity, the beach also has to offer stalls of fast food and the speciality drink, Kahwa. Flamingos, seagulls and other sea birds throng the beach throughout the day.

2 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Huzoor Palace is a grand, neoclassical structure of the early 20th century, touched with Anglican influences both in architecture and the administration. Featured with ornamental pillars and porticos, and flanked with gardens with fountains, the palace is a view to behold right at the shore of the sea. Visitors crowd in front of the palace during the Navratri festival to pay respects to the previo (Read More)us rulers, but are not allowed inside the palace.

2 km from city center

Temple

Bileshwar Shiva temple is a sacred shrine of the God of Destruction, and is revered to the neighbouring communities of Rabaris and Charans. The temple has long-nurtured folklores about it, and the origin story is rooted in a legend where Lord Krishna worships Lord Shiva here with utmost devotion, building a shrine for him. The place gets a heavy footfall on the night of Shivratri.

9 km from city center

Temple

The seashore temple of Khimeshwar in the Kuchhdi village is a hidden gem of an attraction, dedicated to Lord Shiva. However, it is more famous as the once-residence of the Pandava brothers. With such historical significance, the summer-time fair in the month of June-July and a sea beach adjacent to it, the temple is a perfect confluence of culture, heritage and nature.

2 km from city center

Temple

Ramdhun temple is a shrine dedicated to the worship of Lord Rama, along with his associate deities like Sita, Lakshmana and Hanuman. The temple is named so because one can hear Ram dhun, or devotional bhajans being played there round the clock religiously. The temple was built around five decades ago under the patronage of Rambhakt Prem Bhikshuji Maharaj.

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Temple

Jadeshwar temple is one of the older Shiva shrines of the city, and has so far maintained a sense of spirituality over and above the commercialisation of the religious places. One unique feature of the temple is that it has an idol of Lord Shiva instead of only the lingam. The place is known for calm, quiet and serenity.

1 km from city center

Temple

Followers of Lord Hanuman can visit the site of Rokadia Hanuman temple to witness their god with Gandhamadan Parvat in one hand, the trademark mace in another and Shani Devta under his feet. The deity is regularly worshipped here, and so are the idols of Rama, Sita and Laxman. Being situated in an elevated land, the temple also offers a picturesque view of the town.

1 km from city center

Temple

Satyanarayan avatar of Lord Vishnu resides in this temple and is worshipped by hundreds of devotees every day. Calming hymns and bhajans of Lord Vishnu and Krishna plays in the premise at dawn and dusk. The temple is not only a shrine, but is also a place of education. The authorities offer free education along with books to those who cannot afford it.

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Temple

Dating back to as early as 550 AD, the Gop temple of Porbandar is a peculiar culmination of numerous faiths as well as architectural styles. The remaining skeleton of the temple has hints of Dravidian, Nagar, Kashmiri as well as slight influence of the Harappan style. Inside there are motifs and inscriptions related to Hinduism and also many unidentified ones. The grand temple stands as an abode o (Read More)f mystery, with much still left to explore from within its ruins.

0 km from city center

Historical Site

Sartanji Choro used to be a seasonal pavilion of Rana Sartanji, who used to enjoy his leisure time here, composing poems and enjoying the weather. The architecture is visibly Rajput in style, with carvings of musicians and other court entertainers on the pillars.

1 km from city center

Garden & Park

Rani Baug Park is located right in the heart of Porbandar and acts as the lung of the city amidst all the pollution. With more than 50 acres of area, the park houses as many as 840 different plant species, scattered over the different segments of the park. It is a great place to take a break from the busy life, catch a breath and spot some birds and butterflies.

2 km from city center

Landmark

Maharaja Bhavsinhji built the Daria Rajmahal in Porbandar back in the 19th century. On his request, the architecture of the grand palace was a combination of Arabic style edifice, along with Gothic, Italian and certain Renaissance details. Once a home to the royal family, and numeours vintage European furniture, painting and artefacts, the palace is now converted into a college.

2 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Darbargadh is an imperial fort constructed by Rana Sartanji during his regime. The whole palatial structure features authentic Rajput style of architecture. The outer walls are fortified with four giant arch gateways, and inside there are three more. One of them, called the Darbar Bari, is an ornate one with a traditional Rajasthani jharokha, supported by four elephant statues. The palace is a mus (Read More)t-visit owing to its grandeur and magnificence.

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Can you suggest an itinerary for Porbandar?

Day 1 - Begin tour of the city at the Porbandar Beach. Then visit Sri Hari Mandir and Kirti Mandir.
Day 2 - Begin day at Chowpatty Beach. Then visit Sudama Mandir and Harsiddhi Mataji Temple. Rest of the day off for shopping and enjoying local dishes.

How can I commute within Porbandar?

Operated by the Kargil Parivahan Company, a city bus in the form of local transport connects the key areas of the city to one another. Auto rickshaws are also available around the city, as cheap but efficient means to travel around the city, where in one can expect to experience the daily hustle bustle of Porbandar, in all its glory. Sudaama Chowk is the hub for taxis and buses, and regularly frequented by both locals and travellers.
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What are the top sightseeing places in Porbandar?

The top sightseeing places in Porbandar are Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, Kirti Mandir, Porbandar, Porbandar Bird Sanctuary, Porbandar Beach, Nehru Planetarium, Miyani Beach.

Places To Visit In Porbandar

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24 Places To Visit In Porbandar

1. Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

2. Kirti Mandir, Porbandar

3. Porbandar Bird Sanctuary

4. Porbandar Beach

5. Nehru Planetarium

6. Miyani Beach

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7. Bharat Mandir, Porbandar

8. Sri Hari Mandir

9. Bhutnath Mahadev Temple

10. Krishna Sudama Mandir

11. Ghumli

12. Chowpatty Beach

13. Huzoor Palace

14. Bileshwar Shiva Temple

15. Khimeshwar Temple

16. Ramdhun Temple

17. Jadeshwar Temple

18. Rokadia Hanuman Temple

19. Satyanarayan Mandir

20. Gop

21. Sartanji Choro

22. Rani Baug Park

23. Daria Rajmahal

24. Darbargadh

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24 Places To Visit In Porbandar

1. Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

2. Kirti Mandir, Porbandar

3. Porbandar Bird Sanctuary

4. Porbandar Beach

5. Nehru Planetarium

6. Miyani Beach

Top Hotels In Porbandar

7. Bharat Mandir, Porbandar

8. Sri Hari Mandir

9. Bhutnath Mahadev Temple

10. Krishna Sudama Mandir

11. Ghumli

12. Chowpatty Beach

13. Huzoor Palace

14. Bileshwar Shiva Temple

15. Khimeshwar Temple

16. Ramdhun Temple

17. Jadeshwar Temple

18. Rokadia Hanuman Temple

19. Satyanarayan Mandir

20. Gop

21. Sartanji Choro

22. Rani Baug Park

23. Daria Rajmahal

24. Darbargadh

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