Bhavnagar Travel Guide Gateway — Complete Guide by a Local Team
Bhavnagar, a coastal city in Saurashtra, is the gateway to the Jain pilgrimage of Palitana and the Velavadar blackbuck sanctuary. In town, the Takhteshwar temple offers city and sea views. Nearby Ghogha is a terminus of the RoRo ferry across the Gulf of Khambhat.
Trip essentials
Best time: October to March
How to reach: Bhavnagar has an airport with domestic flights and a railway station; Palitana is about 50 km away and Velavadar within easy reach by road.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is Bhavnagar the gateway to?
The Jain temples of Palitana (Shatrunjaya) and the Velavadar Blackbuck National Park, both within easy reach by road.
Does the RoRo ferry run from Bhavnagar?
The Ghogha–Hazira RoRo ferry operates from Ghogha near Bhavnagar. Confirm the current schedule and fare with the operator.
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