About Rajkot
Aizawl to Rajkot distnce : 3268 km
Estimated travel time : 65 hours
Rajkot is one of the most visited cities in India. Rajkot is a commercial city but at the same time its one of the cleanest cities of India and is of special interest for tourists because of being home to Mahatama Gandhi as he spent his childhood here.
Placed on the periphery of Aji and Nyari rivers, Rajkot attracts tourists who are deeply interesed in knowing and exploring India's past. The most famous attraction is "Kaba Gandhi No Delo" which is Mahatama Gandhi's parental home and is not converted to Smriti museum. Khambhalida caves dates back to 4th and 5th century AD and has lot of Buddhist sculptures and carvings and equally attracts historians and religious visitors. There are number of temples of interest too. Rajkot was capital of Saurashtra state before its merger with Bombay state. Now, Rajkot is commercially famous for its silk work, gold jewellery and watch parts and culturally famous for its sweets, traditional snacks, Navratri celebrations, handicrafts like silver work, patola weaving, bandhani. The museums, the temples, churches, gardens are present all over the city. Watson Museum and Library, Rotary Midtown Dolls' Museum, Kaba Gandhi No Delo are the main museums and Jagat Mandir, the Swaminarayan Temple, the Ishwariya Temple are most famous temples out there. It is also a central place or gateway to most beautiful tourist places like Jamnagar, Morbi, Dwarka, Ahmedabad, Daman & Diu, Udvada, Junagadh, Somnath, Mandvi, Gondal, Gir national park, Gandhidham etc.
Taxi from Aizawl to Rajkot is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Aizawl to Rajkot by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Aizawl to Rajkot distance is 3268 Km and is 65 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Silchar - Silchar is a major town in Assam, known for its tea gardens and beautiful landscapes. It's a good place to take a break and enjoy the local cuisine.
2. Shillong - Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya and famous for its picturesque landscapes, waterfalls, and charming colonial architecture. You can visit attractions like Umiam Lake, Elephant Falls, and Shillong Peak.
3. Guwahati - Guwahati is the largest city of Assam and serves as a gateway to the northeastern states. You can visit the famous Kamakhya Temple and enjoy a boat ride on the Brahmaputra River.
4. Tezpur - Tezpur is a historic city in Assam, known for its ancient temples, archaeological ruins, and scenic gardens. You can explore places like Agnigarh Hill, Cole Park, and Mahabhairav Temple.
5. Bhuj - Bhuj is a city in Gujarat known for its rich history and cultural heritage. It is the gateway to the Rann of Kutch and offers attractions like the Aina Mahal, Prag Mahal, and Bhujia Hill.
6. Dwarka - Dwarka is a pilgrimage town in Gujarat, famous for the Dwarkadhish Temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. You can also visit other temples like Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and Rukmini Devi Temple.
7. Rajkot - Finally, you will reach Rajkot, a major city in Gujarat. It is the home of Mahatma Gandhi and houses several important attractions like the Kaba Gandhi No Delo, Watson Museum, and Jubilee Garden.
Tourist Attractions
Khambhalida Caves
Kaba Gandhi no Delo
Pradhyuman Zoological Park
Ranjit Vilas Palace
Gondal
Jagat Mandir
Gandhi Museum
Ishwariya Park
Swaminarayan Mandir
Lalpari Lake
Watson Museum
Nyari Dam
Aji Dam
Lang Library
Rotary Dolls Museum
Tankara Museum
Funworld Rajkot
Jubilee Garden
Bal Bhavan
Race Course
Rashtriya Shala
Rampara Wildlife Sanctuary
Analgadh Hill
