About Junagadh
Warora to Junagadh distnce : 1336 km
Estimated travel time : 22.5 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 Warora to Junagadh is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Warora to Junagadh by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Warora to Junagadh distance is 1336 Km and is 22.5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Gir National Park - Located near Junagadh, Gir National Park is home to the Asiatic lions. It is a popular wildlife sanctuary and a must-visit place in Gujarat.
2. Somnath Temple - Situated in Prabhas Patan near Veraval, the Somnath Temple is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and attracts a large number of devotees.
3. Diu - Diu is a beautiful coastal town located on an island near Junagadh. It is known for its pristine beaches, historic forts, and Portuguese architecture. It's a great place to relax and unwind.
4. Vadodara - If you are taking a longer route, you can consider stopping in Vadodara (Baroda). This cultural city in Gujarat has several attractions like Laxmi Vilas Palace, Sayaji Gardens, and Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park.
5. Surat - Surat is a bustling city known for its textile industry and diamond trade. It has historical landmarks like Surat Castle, Dutch Garden, and Dumas Beach.
6. Nagpur - Nagpur is a major city in Maharashtra and can serve as a stopover on the way to Warora. This city is known for its rich history, vibrant markets, and delicious street food.
Tourist Attractions
Uparkot Fort
Mahabat Maqbara Palace
Sakkarbaug Zoological Park
Junagadh Museum
Damodar Kund
Adi Kadi Vav
Bhavnath Mahadev Temple
Jatashankar Mahadev Mandir
Shree Swaminarayan Mukhya Temple
Uparkot Caves
Willingdon Dam
Navghan Kuvo
Khapara Kodiya Caves
Girnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Guru Dattatreya Paduka Mandir
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Girnar Natural Safari
Buddhist Cave
Girnar Jain Tirth
Ambaji Temple
Mrugi Kund
Science Museum