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Watson Museum and Library: Located in the Jubilee Gardens, the Museum commemorating Colonel John Watson is a good introduction to Saurashtra’s cultural heritage. Important exhibits are copies of artifacts from Mohenjodaro, 13th century carvings, silverware, natural history exhibits and textiles. A huge 19th century marble statue of Queen Victoria is fascinating. There are many splendid portraits and photographs of royal princes of Saurashtra and European dignitaries, handicrafts, pottery and princely relics. Open from 9 to 12.30 pm and 2.30 to 5 pm.

Aji Dam: This dam is built by Government of Gujarat for water supply to city area. The down stream side of the dam and surrounding area is developed and maintained by Rajkot Municipal Corporation. Beautiful step gardens with amusement park for children, zoo, bird aviary, Crocodile Park have been provided for entertainment of the citizens of the city.

Swaminarayan Temple: This is a temple of Swaminarayan Sampradaya. It is situated on Bhupendra Road. Historically Lord Swaminarayan gave a copy of “shikshapatri”, a code of conduct of his followers to Mr. Malcam (political agent of British time to this area). This temple is also well known for its philanthropic activity.

Rajkumar College Rajkot: The Rajkumar College (also known as RKC) in Rajkot is one of the oldest K-12 institutions in India today. RKC has a 26 acre (105,000 m²) campus located in the heart of Rajkot city. The college was founded for the education of the Princely order by the Princes and Chiefs of Kathiawad for the education of their sons and relations. In 1938, on the initiative of its founding members, the College became a Public School (private school in Western terms) – the first such college to do so. The college itself is also a founding member of the Indian Public Schools Conference. RKC has one of the best laboratories for its Science and Mathematics departments giving students cutting edge technology exposure.

Shri Ranchhoddas Ashram: This is the ashram of shri Ranchhoddas bapu. It is situated on Kuvadava Road. This charity trust is running hospital for blind people.

BAPS Swaminarayan Temple: This is a temple built in 1998-99 by Swaminarayan Sampradaya. It is situated on fast developing Kalavad Road near Mahila College. This temple is going to have one of the largest auditoriums in the state having capacity of thousands for the so called “Ravi-Sabha” and “Yuvak-Sabha”.

Ramakrishna Aashram : This temple was built on Dr. Yagnik road in 1934 on the land donated by Late Shri Dharmendrasinhji, then king of Morbi state. It is second most important place for followers of Swami Vivekananda after Kolkata.

Watson Museum: It was inaugurated in the year 1888 in Jubilee Garden of Rajkot city. It has excellent collection of archiological and ancient traditional items. This museum, along with a huge library, is located in Jubilee Gardens.

Ishwariya Temple: This is a Shiv temple on the outskirts of Rajkot. It is famous picnic spot because of the hilly terrain and a small pond. A small fair is organized here every year.

Mukti Dhama: This is an electric crematorium located in Ramnath para area. It is run and maintained by NGO under grant of Rajkot Municipal Corporation. It has number of small temples, prayer halls, library and beautiful garden displaying historical events which attracts number of people.

Jubilee Garden: A big garden with paths to walk on, trees, and swings. It is known for special chutney made from peanuts and a spicy mix made from rice flakes called “chevdo”. There are also snacks like nut brittle called “chickee” of many different varieties.

Iscon Mall and Big Bazaar: There are many Big Shopping Malls in Rajkot like Iscon Prozone Mall, Iscon Mega Mall, Big Bazar, Pentaloons, and Jade Blue etc. Big Market Player like Reliance and others are also coming shortly into retail section.

Yagnik Road: Yagnik Road is one of the busiest road in Rajkot; also famous for big showrooms and shops. It links, famous Galaxy theatre and Shashtri Maidan.


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