About Rajkot
Pali to Rajkot distnce : 555 km
Estimated travel time : 10.9 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 Pali to Rajkot is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Pali to Rajkot by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Pali to Rajkot distance is 555 Km and is 10.9 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Sardar Samand Lake - Located near Pali, this beautiful lake is surrounded by hills and is known for its scenic beauty. It offers a peaceful and serene environment.
2. Jaswant Sagar Dam - Situated near Pali, this dam is famous for its architectural grandeur and provides a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscapes.
3. Ranakpur Jain Temple - Located about 30 kilometers before reaching Pali, this magnificent temple is renowned for its intricate marble carvings and architectural brilliance.
4. Pali Textile Industry - Pali is famous for its textile industry, and one can visit textile factories and workshops along the way to explore the vibrant culture of textile manufacturing.
5. Chotila Hill - Situated near Rajkot, Chotila Hill is a sacred pilgrimage site with a temple dedicated to Chamunda Mata. It offers a panoramic view of the surrounding plains and is a popular tourist spot.
6. Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Gadhada - Located near Rajkot, this temple is a major religious center for the Swaminarayan sect and attracts devotees from all over the country.
7. Watson Museum - In Rajkot, visitors can explore the Watson Museum, which houses various artifacts, sculptures, paintings, and historical relics depicting the history and culture of the region.
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