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See. Lukshmi Vilas Palace An imposing palace built in the Indo-Saracenic tradition by Maharaja Sayajirao III.

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Lonely PlanetSep 22, 2026

A Guide to Gujarat, India: Palaces, Wildlife and Historic Cities

This northwestern Indian state is filled with historical and cultural treasures. Here are the best ones for curious visitors.

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  • Laxshmi Vilas PalaceSightdefines Vadodara's skyline with Indo-Saracenic architecture
  • Maharaja Fatehsingh MuseumMuseumfeatures European paintings and works by Raja Ravi Varma
  • Elsewhere
  • Rani-ki-VavAttractionPatan, India11th-century step-well rich in architectural detail
  • Gir National ParkSightGir, Indiaonly place outside Africa to spot lions in habitat
  • DevaliaSightGir, Indiafenced interpretation zone guaranteeing big cat sightings
  • Sidi Bashir MosqueSightAhmedabad, Indiajhulta minar, swaying minarets flanking arched gateway
  • Calico MuseumMuseumAhmedabad, Indiaspotlights the rich textile culture of the city
  • ConflictoriumMuseumAhmedabad, Indiaparticipatory museum about Gujarat's history of conflict
  • Adalaj VavSightAhmedabad, Indiaelaborately carved step-well on city outskirts
  • Amdavad ni GufaSightAhmedabad, Indiacave-like space showcasing MF Husain's art
  • Kochrab AshramMuseumAhmedabad, IndiaThe ashram was the founded in May 1915 by Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement.
  • Sabarmati AshramAttractionAhmedabad, Indiamemorial built in honor of Mahatma Gandhi
  • Dandi KutirMuseumGandhinagar, Indiamuseum in honor of Mahatma Gandhi
  • Jami MasjidSightChampaner, Indiastunning mosque in the stone city of Champaner
  • Sahar ki MasjidSightChampaner, Indiaimposing mosque in Champaner
  • Nagina MasjidSightChampaner, IndiaThe mosque was built by Shah Jahan, a Mughal leader, who succeeded Jahangir in 1628 CE and…
  • Pavagadh HillSightChampaner, Indiahome to a Mahakali temple
  • Modhera's Sun TempleSightModhera, Indiatemple designed to evoke the sun god's chariot
  • Gujarat VidyapeethSightAhmedabad, India
  • Lila Gumbaj Ki MasjidSightChampaner, India
  • Kevda MasjidSightChampaner, India
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Lonely PlanetSep 7

Taking the Train from Delhi to Mumbai (What You Need to Know)

Taking the train from Delhi to Mumbai is much more fun than flying. Here

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Lonely PlanetJul 23

8 of the most beautiful step-wells in Gujarat, India

Step-wells are a uniquely South Asian architectural feature, best seen at these sites in Gujarat.

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  • Navlakhi VavSight15th-century step-well on Laxmi Vilas Palace grounds.
  • Laxmi Vilas PalaceAttractionIndia's biggest private home, still housing the royal family.
  • Elsewhere
  • Surya KundSightModhera, IndiaStep-well with 108 miniature shrines, near Sun Temple.
  • Rani-ki-VavAttractionPatan, IndiaUNESCO World Heritage Site, designed like an inverted temple.
  • Sahasralinga TalavSightPatan, IndiaHistorical water tank in Patan.
  • Adalaj ni VavAttractionAdalaj, IndiaThree-entrance reservoir with elegant carvings.
  • AkshardhamSightAdalaj, IndiaPink sandstone temple complex near Adalaj.
  • Dandi KutirMuseumAdalaj, IndiaInteractive museum using holograms about Mahatma Gandhi.
  • Sun TemplePlace of worshipModhera, IndiaPays obeisance to Surya, the Sun God.
  • Bai Harir ni VavSightAhmedabad, IndiaFive-floor step-well with Hindu deities and vine patterns.
  • Calico Museum of TextilesMuseumAhmedabad, IndiaFeatures centuries-old fabric.
  • Dariyapur DarwajaSightAhmedabad, IndiaLofty gate that once guarded Ahmedabad.
  • Adi Kadi VavSightJunagadh, IndiaStep-well carved directly through sandstone rock.
  • Uparkot FortSightJunagadh, IndiaUparkot is a fort located in east side of Junagadh, Gujarat, India.
  • Helical Step-wellSightChampaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, IndiaFeatures a winding staircase resembling a whirlpool from above.
  • Mahakali Mata TempleSightChampaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, IndiaCenturies-old temple atop Pavagadh hill.
  • Ramkund Step-wellSightBhuj, IndiaSquare step-well with sculptural characters of the Ramayana.
  • Kachchh MuseumMuseumBhuj, IndiaPeek into the region via its textiles, costumes, and crafts.
  • Patan Patola Heritage MuseumMuseumPatan, India
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