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Gandhidham was specially built for
displaced persons after partition. Kandla a major port, the
only economy free zone of the country is very close
by.
Places to visit
Khavada
Famous for its
handicrafts and cattle rearing in Banni. Flamingo colony can be
approached from Khavada by road and thereafter on camel back.
Bhardeshwar
It
is a famous Jain pilgrimage centre. The architecture of the temple
is such that the presiding deity is visible from the ground floor as
well as the first floor. Other local monuments include a stepwell,
mosque and a palace.
Purneshwar
It
is about 35 Kms. from Bhuj. It is a 9th/ 10th century A. D. temple
raised on a high plinth and has some fine sculpture on display.
How to get there
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Air
Nearest
Airport is Bhuj.
Rail
Nearest
railway station is Gandhidham and Bhuj.
Road
State
transport buses and private luxury coaches connect various centres
of Gujarat. Gandhidham is 60 Kms. from Bhuj.
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