Jamnagar, Gujarat

Jamnagar is a city in Jamnagar district in the state of Gujarat. The city was built up substantially by Maharaja Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji in the 1920s, when the district was known as Nawanagar. The district lies just to the south of the Gulf of Kutch and is 337 km west of state capital, Gandhinagar.

Jamnagar, historically called Nawanagar or the new city, was one of the most important princely states of Saurashtra. The Jamnagar district, originally constituted as Halar district, is relatively of recent origin. However, the region comprised therein is of great antiquity and dates back to ancient periods of Jamnagar. According to Pauranik literature, Lord Krishna established his kingdom at Dwarka town in Jamnagar district, after his migration from Mathura and accordingly, it is to theYadava race that the Jams of Nawanagar trace their descent.

The founder of the princely state of Jamnagar was the Jadeja clan's Jam Rawal, who descended on the northern coast of Kathiawar in 1535 A.D. Jam Rawal's father Jam Lakhaji ruled in Terabanu in Kutch.

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Dwarkadhish Temple

Dwarka city is located in the Jamnagar district of Gujarat. It is one of the most ancient cities in India and houses the famous Dwarkadhish temple, which is one of the biggest Hindu pilgrimage places in India. The city was also called Swarna Dwarka (golden Dwarka) because of its prosperity. 

Bala Hanuman Temple

Bala Hanuman Temple is a pilgrim place venerated by the devotees of Lord Ram. It is a world famous temple, known for the continuous chanting of Jai Ram, Shri Ram. The chanting is going on since 1964 and has found a place for it in the Guinness Book of World Records. People chant the name of the Lord in shifts, 24 hours a day. 

Shiva Temples

There are a number of Shiv Temples in Jamnagar. The ones worth watching are Badri Kedarnath and Nilkanth Mahadev Temple, situated near the Town Hal,l and the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, situated on the K.V. Road. The Siddhnath Mahadev Temple on the outskirts of the city also holds great prestige amongst devotees. 

Jain Temples

Jain temples are the joy of the old city of Jamnagar. These wood and stone magnificent buildings are adorned with pastel colored shutters and wooden balconies. The main Jain temples of the city are Vardhman Shah's Temple, Raisi Shah's Temple, Sheth's Temple & Vasupujya Swami's Temple.

Towers and Gates

The only remains left of the fortified town of Jamnagar are the two towers of Mandvi & Pancheshwar and the Khambhalia & Grain Market Gate. Apart from this, there is some part of the wall surrounding the city which can be still seen. It was built in the 17th century by Wazir Meraman Khawas, also known as Meru Khawas. He is said to be a very powerful dictator, who ruled over Jamnagar between 1744 and 1800 AD. 

Solarium

Solarium is a one of its kind structure in entire Asia. It is also known as Ranjit Institute of Poly-Radio Therapy and is mainly known for the treatment of skin diseases. It is a revolving tower which provides full daylong sunlight for the treatment. It was built by Jam Shri Ranjitsinhji with the help of an expert from France. 

Darbargadh

Darbargadh was the original residence of the Royal family of the Jams. The architecture of the Palaces is a blend of Rajput and European styles.

Lakhota Museum

Lakhota Museum is located in the center of the Lakhota Lake. It was initially a palace, which was converted into a museum in 1946. The walls of the museum are adorned with fresco paintings, depicting the war scenes from battle fought by the Jadeja clan. The museum contains 10th century excavated artifacts, like copper plates, statues, etc............
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