Know the offbeat places to visit during monsoon in Gujarat and make a plan | News India

Offbeat Monsoon Destinations: The trend of traveling in monsoon has increased a lot. Due to which most of the tourist places are very crowded. So today we are going to tell you about some of the best offbeat places in Gujarat, which can be visited in monsoon. From national parks to quaint beaches and lush green hill stations, there are many offbeat places in Gujarat.

Offbeat places in Gujarat

Pirotan Island

Pirotan Island in the Gulf of Kutch, 10km from Jamnagar, is home to some of the strangest creatures in the world.

Ninai Waterfalls

Ninai Falls is a must visit waterfall in Dediapada taluka of Narmada district. This waterfall falls from a height of more than 30 feet in a range of forests near Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary.

Navlakha Temple

Built by Jethwa rulers in the 11th century, this temple is dedicated to the Sun God. It is considered to be the oldest Sun temple in Gujarat. It is believed that it is called Navlakha Temple because of the amount of money spent in the construction of this temple. The temple has stone sculptures and relics of the Solanki period.

Girmal Waterfall

Located in Girmal village of Dang district, this is the highest waterfall in Gujarat. Falling from a height of 100 feet, this waterfall is a serene picnic spot.

Narara Island

Located near Vadinar, Narara Island is a part of the Marine National Park. Prior permission from the Forest Conservator of Jamnagar is required to visit this island. Starfish, jellyfish, octopus and crabs are found here.

Gopnath Beach

Gopanath Beach is located on the coast of the Gulf of Khambhat near Gadhula village near Palitana. Gopanath was once the summer residence of Maharaja Kumar Singh of Bhavnagar. A colonial mansion built by the ruler in the 1940s gives a glimpse of the rich history of Gopanath. The 700-year-old Gopanath Mahadev Temple can also be visited here.

Wankaner

The main attraction of Wankaner is the magnificent Ranjit Vilas Palace. Situated on the Gadhiya Hilltop, this palace was built by Maharana Raj Shri Amar Singh. This palace is a fine example of Indo-Gothic style architecture.

Saputara

Gujarat's only hill station, Saputara is often called the 'womb of nature'. Here you can visit the beautiful Gira Falls. Boating can be done in the calm lake Saputara surrounded by gardens.

Polo One

If you are looking forward to natural bliss, visit Polo Forest. Polo Forest is a wonderful place for trekkers. Nestled between dense forests and sacred hills, this place used to serve as a hiding place for rulers.