About Rajkot
Bapatla to Rajkot distnce : 1723 km
Estimated travel time : 30.3 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 Bapatla to Rajkot is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Bapatla to Rajkot by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Bapatla to Rajkot distance is 1723 Km and is 30.3 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Vijayawada - Known as the "City of Victory," Vijayawada is a major cultural and business hub in Andhra Pradesh. It is home to the iconic Kanaka Durga Temple and the Undavalli Caves.
2. Hyderabad - The capital of Telangana, Hyderabad is famous for its historical landmarks such as the Golconda Fort, Charminar, and the Qutb Shahi Tombs. You can also explore the traditional bazaars, sample delicious Hyderabadi cuisine, and visit the Ramoji Film City.
3. Solapur - Located in Maharashtra, Solapur is known for its historical and religious significance. Visit the Siddheshwar Temple, Bhuikot Fort, and the Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary, which is home to the endangered bird species.
4. Ahmedabad - The largest city in Gujarat, Ahmedabad offers a rich blend of history, culture, and modernity. Must-visit attractions include the Sabarmati Ashram, Bhadra Fort, Jama Masjid, and the Calico Museum of Textiles.
5. Rajkot - Finally, you'll reach your destination, Rajkot. This city is famous as the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and houses the Kaba Gandhi No Delo museum. Other attractions include the Watson Museum, Jubilee Garden, and the Rajkumar College.
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
