About Ankleshwar
Munnar to Ankleshwar distnce : 1674 km
Estimated travel time : 31.9 hours
Ankleshwar is a popular city for both business and pilgrimage. Ankleshwar is an industrial town known for its chemical plants, sometimes referred as "Gujarat's city of Oil". It is equally famous for "Shri Ankleshwar Tirth" of Jain pilgrimage.
Ankleshwar is known for its industrial township called GIDC (Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation) and also has an office of the ONGC (Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited). It is access point to visit Dahej, one of the largest Chemical ports in Gujarat. Ankleshwar has over 1500 chemical plants, producing products such as pesticides, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and paints. Apart from all the industrial importance, Ankleshwar is full of pilgrims throughout the year because of Shri Ankleshwar Tirth which has four Digambar Jain temples, The Chintamani Parsvanath Temple, Mahavir Swami Mandir, Adinath Mandir and Neminath Mandir. It is believed that the cart carrying the idol of Parsvanath stopped here and did not moved while the idols were being taken to a different place.
Taxi from Munnar to Ankleshwar is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Munnar to Ankleshwar by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Munnar to Ankleshwar distance is 1674 Km and is 31.9 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Vadodara, Gujarat - Known for its beautiful gardens and historical landmarks like the Laxmi Vilas Palace and Sayaji Garden.
2. Udaipur, Rajasthan - Famous for its stunning lakes, palaces, and rich cultural heritage. The City Palace and Lake Pichola are must-visit attractions.
3. Jaipur, Rajasthan - The Pink City offers a plethora of attractions including Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, and City Palace.
4. Agra, Uttar Pradesh - Home to the magnificent Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. A visit to Agra Fort is also recommended.
5. Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh - Known for its grand historical buildings like Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara, and Rumi Darwaza.
6. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - A sacred city on the banks of the Ganges River, famous for its ghats, temples, and spiritual significance.
7. Bodh Gaya, Bihar - A significant Buddhist pilgrimage site where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment. The Mahabodhi Temple and Bodhi Tree are important landmarks here.
8. Kolkata, West Bengal - Known for its colonial architecture, cultural diversity, and delicious food. Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, and Indian Museum are worth visiting.
9. Bhubaneswar, Odisha - Famous for its ancient temples, including the Lingaraja Temple and Rajarani Temple. The adjoining city of Puri, known for the Jagannath Temple, is also accessible.
10. Puducherry - A French colonial town with beautiful beaches, French-style architecture, and a tranquil atmosphere.
11. Munnar, Kerala - The final destination is famous for its picturesque tea plantations, mountains, and wildlife. Attractions include the Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, and Echo Point.