Book Akot to Junagadh Cab
Akot to Junagadh distnce : 925 km
Estimated travel time : 20 hours
Junagadh is a one the popular destination of India, where you can get to see, historical monuments, beautifully carved ancient temples, hills famous of them is Girnar, beaches along the shore of the Arabian sea. The town is also a one of the historically important site of the India that attract the tourists to see the beauty of the India's cultural and heritage.
Stepped in history, culture, spirituality and religion, Junagadh is the Soul of Saurastra. In just 60 km the terrain descends from Mt Girnar, Gujarat's highest point, to the Veraval coast. The town is famous for its fort, its markets, the song-dance culture, the spices and pickles, and for the friendly people. The history of Junagadh dates back many centuries The Mauryan king Chandragupta Maurya constructed the famous Junagadh Fort here as far back as 319 BC.13. The town is famous for the Gir Sanctuary, the only abode to Asiatic lions and mountain range of Girnar which is also a major pilgrimage destination for the Jainism. This place has something for everyone like the ruins of the 300BC Uparkot Fort, stone-cut stepwells Adi Kadi Vav and Navghan Kuwo, plus Buddhist caves, Darbar Hall Museum is housed in a former palace.
Taxi from Akot to Junagadh is readily available at CabBazar.
Akot to Junagadh Cab Route
Akot to Junagadh by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Akot to Junagadh distance is 925 Km and is 20 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Akola - Akola is the nearest major city to Akot and offers attractions like the Narnala Fort, Balapur Fort, and Raj Rajeshwar Temple.
2. Aurangabad - If you take a slight detour, you can visit Aurangabad, known for its historical monuments like the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves. Other attractions include Bibi Ka Maqbara, Daulatabad Fort, and Aurangabad Caves.
3. Jalgaon - Jalgaon is home to the renowned Ajanta Caves, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. These ancient Buddhist cave temples are famous for their exquisite rock-cut architecture and beautiful mural paintings.
4. Ahmednagar - Ahmednagar is a historic city that offers attractions like Ahmednagar Fort, Meherabad, Shani Shingnapur Temple, and the Mausoleum of Salabat Khan.
5. Shirdi - Devotees often make a stop in Shirdi, a pilgrimage town known for the famous Shirdi Sai Baba Temple. Additionally, you can also visit other religious sites like Dwarkamai Masjid, Chavadi, and Shirdi Water Park.
6. Nasik - Nasik is a holy city with numerous temples and a rich cultural heritage. Some popular attractions in Nasik include Trimbakeshwar Temple, Saptashrungi Devi Temple, Pandavleni Caves, and Dudhsagar Falls.
7. Junnar - Junnar is known for its ancient cave temples, such as the Lenyadri Caves, Tulja Lena, and Manmodi Caves. These caves date back to the 1st century BCE and are worth exploring if you have an interest in archaeology and history.
8. Gir Forest National Park - If you are interested in wildlife and nature, you can take a detour to Gir Forest National Park. Located near Junagadh, it is the last remaining refuge of the Asiatic lion and offers safaris to see these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.