Gujarat
Tourist Place in Zainabad
| Location: | Zainabad, Gujarat, India |
| Temperature: | Summer: 40°C,30°C: Winter:30°C, 20°C |
| STD Code: | 02754 |
| Best Times: | October to June |
| Attractions: | The wild ass sanctuary, Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary,Dhrangadra, Halvad & Vadhvan |
| Language: | Gujarati, Hindi, and English |
The wild ass sanctuary
The wild ass sanctuary covers an area of approximately 4850 sq.km. Most of the sanctuary consists of salt plains, caused by flooding of the Rann, by sea, river and rain water. These plains are punctuated by highlands called beyts, above the monsoon flood mark, where scrub flora and grasslands offer a refuge to wildlife. The Asiatic wild ass is a handsome chestnut brown member of the horse family (Equus), with striking white underparts and a deep mane.
Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary
More than a 100 sq Km in area, Nalsarovar is a birdwatchers paradise, with home to numerous migratory and indigenous birds. The huge lake and its islands, attract huge flocks of bird, especially in winter. Padhars and Bharwads have settlements along the lake. The nearby fields are good for seeing sarus cranes, quails and partridges. One can take a taxi or bus to watch the Ducks, Geese, White storks, Rosy Pelicans and Flamingoes at the sanctuary.
Dhrangadra, Halvad & Vadhvan
The historic Jhala Rajput capitals, still retain their old monuments. The fort of Halwad, with its intricate jarokhas, facing the lake, and the chattries of the Jhala Rajputs, are worth a glimpse.
Jhinjuwada
The old fort of Jhinjuwada, is strategically situated. It must have protected the Solanki Rajput kingdom, from invaders travelling across the coastal creeks and saline plains of the Rann of Kutch.
patan
The patan was established during the Solanki era, this town is famous for its architectural wonders. A pretty town with lots of old walls, gates, temples and monuments, the greatest reminder of the golden period of Gujarat, is the Rani-ki-vav step wall.
Viramgam
Medieval fort walls surround Viramgam town. The town features in the history of the Solanki Rajputs, the Gujarat Sultanate, the Jagirs, old houses and Havelis can be seen in the town.
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