There is no need to plan for Goa, when Daman and Diu is just a few hours away from Rajkot. This scenic coastal destination has amazing attractions for its visitors. Starting from the churches to the amusement parks in the vicinity, the place has lot to offer for a great weekend getaway.

Dwarka, a city that was known as Dwarawati in Sanskrit literature is one of the seven most ancient cities of India. This city was the abode of Lord Sri Krishna. It is the only place considered both as one of the “char dham” (four principal holy places), as well as one of the “sapta puris” (seven holy cities) in our religious texts

Take a closer glimpse of the endangered Asiatic Lions in their last abode at Gir National Park. Settled near the Talala Gir in Gujarat, this national park is a gem amongst the ecological reserves of the state. A day with these wild beasts will be a great way to spend the weekend.

Literally translating into the “Old Fort”, Junagadh is lined along the foothills of Girnar hills that holds a heritage of the past 2300 years ago. The city is known for its vast heritage which is showcased in the form of ancient temples and forts around its boundaries. For a family weekend getaway from Rajkot, the city has heritage museums and historic forts.

Abbey Somnath Temple is famous for the Jyotirlinga shrine that is revered and worshiped by the Hindus from all over India. Other than the main Mahadev Temple, Somnath has other temples like the Sun Temple.

Kutch district in Gujarat comes out like a painted picture wherein the land is blanketed with white salt amidst the backdrop of Aravalli hills. Spread across a vast area of 7000 sq kms, this place is surely a great location to capture the sunset or the beauty of the white desert.

Once an important port for the Jadeja rajputs, this town has now turned into a tourist spot. With the scenic view of the beaches and the rusty boats at the coasts, this place is a perfect location to spend a day away from the city.

Where A Legend's Lore Began Porbandar is an ancient port city of Gujarat. Situated at the coast of Kathiabar, it is commonly known as the birthplace of Gandhiji. Porbandar Bird Sanctuary, Miyani Beach, Barda Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, Kirti Mandir and Porbandar Beach are some of the important places to visit in Porbandar.

Chorwad was a small fishing village which rose to glory when Nawab of Junagadh, Muhammad Mahabat Khanji III Rasul Khanji, the Regional Governor of Junagadh, built his summer palace in this place in 1930. This place was under his rule till independence. The palace is also called the Daria Mahal, and the architectural style is a blend of Italian and Muslim styles. Later in 1974 it was taken over by the government and turned into a resort.