Explore the hidden Jewel of Kathiawar: Best Tourist Places of Jamnagar

Jamnagar formerly known as Nawanagar, is also called as the Jewel of Kathiawar, situated on the coast of Gulf of Kutch, Jamnagar is the largest city of Gujarat, India. Currently, Jamnagar was in limelight for hosting India's most high-profile marriage ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant.

Jamnagar is a perfect tourist destination with numerous ornate buildings, pristine coastal region and picturesque lakes. In the center of the city, there is a fort ,while the coastal area has an oil refinery, which is the largest refinery in the world. The top attraction of the city is the Lakhota Fort and the two Jain temples, the Shantinath and Adinath temple which are entirely covered with mirror, gold leaf, murals and mosaics.

The city also has a Sanctuary Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary which houses many avian species like the black-winged kite, brahminy kite, great thick-knee, common greenshank, grey francolin, etc. Marine National Park here is the first marine park in India, where one can see coral reefs without diving in the water. Tourists can also enjoy the peaceful beaches here like Narara beach, Balachadi beach, and Madhi beach to bask in the sun or for long walks.

Jamnagar was also called as 'pearl city' earlier, as it was a pearl fishing hub. The city is a blend of archeological sites and natural beauty such as lakes, palaces, gardens, museums, and many more making them top Jamnagar tourist places.
 

Pratap Vilas Palace