Introduction to city Bhuj - In Gujrat
Bhuj was founded in 1548 AD by Rao Khengarji I, starting
a dynasty of jadeja rulers that ruled over Kachchh for 400
years. And so, the old walled city of Bhuj is the most important
town in the area. The place lies at the heart of Kutch and
is linked by many roads to the rest of the peninsula. The
cenotaphs, erected at the royal cremation ground as memorials
to the former rulers and the CHHATRI of Rao Lakhpatji who
died in 1761, are fine specimen of Kachchhi architecture.
Tourists should have a look at the interior, which has a
stone tablet in memory of the ruler and 15 of his consorts.
The exterior walls bear sculptures of deities, hunting scenes,
animals and couples in local Costumes. Also in Bhuj are
the Aina Mahal or Glass Palace which was built in the 18th
century, the Kutch Museum, which is Gujarat’s oldest, and
the Bharatiya Sanskruti Darshan complex is renowned for
its Ram Leela Frescoes and other timeless objects d\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'art.
The rural bazaars of Bhuj sell its exquisite handicrafts,
where icons of old customs and traditions are still alive
in handicrafts, embroidered fabrics, leatherware, carved
and lacquered furniture and metal ware, especially, old
silver ware.
SightSeeing : Places to visit in
destination - Bhuj
Bhuj offers various sightseeing options which includes
Aina Mahal which now serves as a museum, was built
during the rule of Rao Lakhpatji. It now stands as a repository
of the culture and history of Kachchh. Also visit Pragmal
Palace which is opposite to Aina Mahal. Also visit Kachchh
Museum, the oldest Museum in Gujarat established in
1877. Visit Ethnology Museum which is having unique
collection of books and paintings. Visit Kakkadbhit Yaksha
situated on a small hillock with 72 idols of Yaksha or Jakhs,
who are believed to have come from Iran.
Excursions : Places nearby city -
Bhuj
Bhuj offers various excursions including Mata no Madh,
which is famous for a temple dedicated to the deity of Jadejas.
Also visit Kalo Dungar the low hills and hillocks
lend the beauty and mystique to the rann, which has lured
the adventurers through ages. Visit Banni and Khavda
villages where people make ornaments, clothes and utensils.
Tunda Vandha is a unique Rabari village in this village
most of the male population is generally away from the village.
Also visit Anjar which is famous for the shrine of
Jesal and Toral, the folklore duo wherein the tough outlaw
Jesal was chastised by Toral, a Kachchhi woman; is also
a centre of fairs.
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