Situated on the westernmost coast of the Indian subcontinent and placed along the coastline of the Arabian Sea, Gujarat is the land of Lord Krishna and home to the Asiatic lions. Gujarat is replete with places of tourist interest ranging from jeep safaris in Gir, visiting Rann of Kutch, the Statue of Unity, and the list goes on. Check out some of the best places to visit in Gujarat for 2 days and explore the culturally rich, heritage capital of India. Travel packages to Gujarat will explore the gems of Gujarat.
Best Places to Visit in Gujarat for 2 Days
- Gir National Park
- Kankaria Lake
- Saputara
- Dwarka
- Somnath
- Sardar Sarovar Dam
- White Desert of Kutch
- Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary
- Laxmi Vilas Palace
- Rani Ki Vav
1. Gir National Park
Gir National Park is located in the Junagadh district in the Indian state of Gujarat. Gir National Park was established on 18 September 1965. It covers a total area of 1412 Square kilometers in the Saurashtra Region of Gujarat. Gir Forest was titled a wildlife sanctuary but in 1975 it was declared a national park. The national park includes around 2000 species of insects, 36 species of mammals, and above 300 species of birds. Gir national park is famous for being home to Asiatic lions. Gir National Park is closed from 16th June to 15th October every year. And open from November to May month. November to January is the Best Season to visit here.
- Location: Junagadh, Gir Somnath, and Amreli Districts, Gujarat, India
- Nearest city: Talala (Gir), Veraval
- Area: 1,412 km2 (545 sq mi)
- Established: 1965
- Visitors: 60,148 (in 2004)
- Best Time to Visit: November to January.
- Timing: 6:00 am to 5:00 pm (Sunday to Monday)
- Ticket Price: ₹ 800 to 1,000 6 person
2. Kankaria Lake
Kankaria Lake is the second-largest lake in Ahmedabad. Kankaria Lake is located in the southeastern part of Ahmedabad city in the Maninagar area. Kankaria Lake is well developed with Zoo, Kid's Fun City, Aquarium, Food Stall, Mini Train, Boating, Nagina Wadi, and much more entertainment facilities. Kankaria Lake is closed on Monday. It is open from 9 am to 10 pm. The big attraction of this Place is the Kankaria Carnival held from 25th to 31st Dec. There is no entry fee during the Kankaria Carnival.
- Area: 31 ha
- Length: 560 m
- Catchment area: 64 ha
- Shore length: 2.25 km
- Cities: Ahmedabad
- Best Time to Visit: October to March and in December
- Entry Fee: 10rs for Kids and 20rs for Adults.
- Open Time: 9:00 am to 10:00 pm (Tuesday to Sunday) Closed On Monday.
3. Saputara
Saputara is located in the Dang district of Gujarat State. Saputara is a small but special destination in Gujarat. And also known for most popular hill station in Gujarat. In Saputara Many attractions for a tourist like tracking boating, Waterfalls.
- Best Time to Visit: October to February
- Elevation: 900 m
- District: Dang District
- Population: 2,968 (2011)
- Attraction: Saputara Museum, Saputara Lake, Sunrise and Sunset Point, Saputara Gira Falls.
4. Dwarka
Dwarka is the ancient city of Devbhoomi Dwarka district of Gujarat state, located in the northwestern part of India. Dwarka is 7 most ancient religious city in India. The city’s Dwarkadhish temple was originally built by Krishna 2500 years ago. The main attractions of Dwarka are Dwarkadhish Temple and Bet Dwarka.
- Elevation: 0 cm
- District: Devbhoomi Dwarka district
- Population: 38,873 (2011)
- Places to visit in Dwarka: Dwarkadhish Temple, Bet Dwarka
5. Somnath
Somnath is located near Veraval in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat state. Somnath temple is one of 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Somnath temple is an ancient temple of Lord Shiva. Somnath temple is very popular even in ancient times. It is also known as the eternal shrine whose glory remains legendary even after the attacks of Mahmud of Ghazni. In the 10th century, this temple is rebuilt by King Bhimdev Solanki. During 1950-51 Somnath temple is rebuilt by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and K.M Munshi. Present Somnath Temple is built in Chalukya Style Architecture.
- Located in: Somnath Bus Station
- Address: Somnath Mandir Rd, Somnath, Gujarat 362268
- Opened: May 1951
- Architectural styles: Hindu temple architecture, Māru-Gurjara architecture
- District: Gir Somnath district
6. Sardar Sarovar Dam
Sardar Sarovar Dam is built over the Narmada River near Navagam in Gujarat state. Sardar Sarovar Dam supplies electricity and water in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Kutch, Saurashtra, and Maharashtra. Sardar Sarovar Dam power plant generates 1450 MW power using six 200 MW Francis Pump Turbines and Five 50 MW Kaplan Turbine generators. The dam will irrigate Over 12 Districts, 62 Talukas, and 3393 villages in Gujarat state. In 2011 Government announced a plan to generate electricity using a solar panel with a capacity of 25 MW of power. The height of the dam is 163 meters from its original foundation height of 80 meters.
- Height: 163 m
- Opened: 17 September 2017
- Normal elevation: 138 m (453 ft)
- Location: Navagam, Kevadia, Narmada District, Gujarat, India
7. White Desert of Kutch
The Desert of Kutch is Located in the Kutch district of Gujarat state. This is one of the hottest areas of India temperature goes up to 50 degrees. The Tropic of Cancer passes from here. The government of Gujarat hosted an annual 3-month festival during winter called “Rann Utsav “ Where tourists can see various sites of Rann.
- Best Time to Visit: October to February
- Address: near Dhordo Bhuj, Gujarat 370001
8. Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary
Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary has situated 64 km to the west of Ahmedabad near and village. This lake attracts over 210 species of birds during winter. It is one of the largest bird Sanctuaries in India. The water in the lake is about 4 feet deep. The visit time is 6:00 am to 5.30 pm. There is an entry fee per visitor and camera.
- Area: 120.8 km²
- Designated: 24 September 2012
- Reference no: 2078
- Best Time to Visit: October to February
- Entry Fee: ₹ 85/- per person
9. Laxmi Vilas Palace
Laxmi Vilas Palace is located in Vadodara. It is built by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad. This Palace compound is over 500 acres. In this palace, three Bollywood movies are shot Prem Rog (1982), Grand Masti, and Rang Rasiya.
- Address: J N Marg, Moti Baug, Vadodara, Gujarat 390001
- Architect: Robert Chisholm
- Architectural style: Indo-Saracenic architecture
- Opened: 1890
- Timing: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm (Sunday Off)
- Entry Fees: ₹ 200/-
10. Rani Ki Vav
Rani Ki Vav is situated in the Patan District of Gujarat. It is an Intricately Stepwell Built by King Bhimdev during the 11th Century. Stepwell is approximately 64m long and 20m wide with a depth of 27m.
- Address: Mohan Nagar Society, Mohan Nagar Society, Patan, Gujarat 384265
- Timing: 8:30 am to 7:00 pm
- UNESCO Site Id: 922
- Area: 4.68 ha (11.6 acres)
- Inscription: 2014 (38th Session)
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