Gujarat • 2 monuments
Popularly known as Bor Talav and Bhavnagar Lake, Gaurishankar Lake is undoubtedly a must-visit tourist attraction near the city of Bhavnagar. Dug out to meet the requirement of drinking water in 1872 under the supervision of the royal minister Gaurishankar Ozha, the lake has deservingly attained the status of a popular picnic spot. Spread over an area of around 380 hectare, the lake allows superlative rendezvous with nature and serenity. Surrounded by hills, the lake is a bird-watching destination as it attracts cranes, pelicans, waders, geese and a variety of other feathered creatures during different months. The lake is also known as an assemblage of majestic tourist attractions occupying its periphery. A planetarium and a royal palace called Bhav Vilas Palace are the top-notch attractions. The place also boasts of Pil Garden and Bal Vatika with numerous musical fountains as added highlights for the visitors. The mini Victoria Forest nearby is home to hundreds of thousands of plants and trees and rich fauna. A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is also worth visiting. The lake serves as the venue for many fairs and events during different parts of the year.
Dedicated to the most iconic Indian of the 20 th century, the Father of Nation Mahatma Gandhi, it is a popular memorial cum museum in the city of Bhavnagar. Inaugurated in the year 1955, Gandhi Smriti honours and commemorates the lifelong services of Gandhi while leading the India’ struggle for freedom. Visitors can find large collections of books and photographs and other items of memorabilia associated with him. The venue is also home to Barton Museum which houses the archaeological items collected from various excavation sites in the region of Saurashtra. Betel cutters, religious carvings and many other artefacts displayed at the museum add to the wonderful experience of being there. Gandhi Smriti also accommodates a Khadi Gramodhyog Bhandar from where one can explore and purchase attractive traditional handmade items and embroidered garments. Another attraction of the place is its well-organized library boasting of some remarkable collections.
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