Rajkot has a fine museum and some old colonial architecture.Handicrafts
like silver and textiles are a highlight of Rajkot, which
has the National Weaving Institute, which is working to
promote traditional weaves. Rajkot is one of the most important
commercial and industrial cities of Saurashtra.
Prime Attractions
Kaba Gandhi No Delo:
Gandhiji's ancestral home which now houses the Gandhi
Smriti, a permanent exhibition.
Watson Museum and Library:
Located in the pleasant Jubilee Garden, the museum is
a good introduction to Saurashtra's cultural heritage.
The Rajkumar College:
As early as 1870, the state had become known for its Rajkumar
College, built for the education of the princes of the Indian
state.
Rashtriya Shala:
Famous for the center of 'Patola' weaving, Rashtriya Shala
was founded by Mahatma Gandhi.
Jagat Mandir:
Built of red stones, it is a beautifully carved temple
of Shri Ramkrishna Paramhansa.
Excursions
Lal Pari Lake And Randerda:
A Picturesque picnic spot, 5 kms from Rajkot.
Ajit Dam:
It is situated 8 kms from Rajkot and is responsible for
supplying water to whole of the town.
Wankaner:
About 50 kms from Rajkot on the way to Kachchh; is the
palace of Wankaner, now converted into a Heritage Hotel.
How to Get There
Air:
Various Airlines operate daily services connecting Rajkot
with Bombay.
Rail:
Rajkot is a Junction on the Western Railway, Viramgam-Okha
meter gauge line.
Road:
State transport buses and private luxury coaches connects
various centres of Gujarat. It is situated 798 Kms. from
Bombay via Ahmedabad, 101 Kms. from Junagadh, 193 Kms. from
Porbandar, and 216 Kms. from Ahmedabad.
