Porbandar Information

Location : In the state of Gujarat, situated in the western part of India.
Tourist Attractions : Kirthi Mandir, Tara Mandir (Planetarium), Chowpatty, Bharat Mandir, Sudama Mandir.
Best Buys : local handicrafts
Best Hangouts : Chowpatty
Best Activity : Stroll along the Coastline of Porbandar.
Nearby Tourist Destinations : Junagarh, Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Gandhinagar.
When to Visit : October to March

About Porbandar
Further west of Junagadh, situated along the coast of Gujarat is Porbandar. Porbandar is a small port town that is connected with India's history through its association with Mahatma Gandhi. Porbandar in Gujarat is famous for being the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi. The home of Gandhiji's childhood, known by the name of Kirti Mandir is one major attraction of the place. Kasturba Gandhi, Gandhiji's wife, was also born in Porbandar. A chronological history on the life of the Mahatma is listed in the museum at Kirti Mandir.

Today, Porbandar is also an industrial town with cement and chemical units. Besides, it has a fine beach and beautiful villas on the seacoast.

Major Tourist Destinations in Porbandar
Kirti Mandir
Kirthi Mandir, the birth-place of the father of our nation, Mahatma Gandhi, is the main centre of attraction for the tourists. It was built by Shri Nanji Kalidas and Shri Purushottam Mistry.

Tara Mandir (Planetarium)
All celestial bodies like stars and planets are projected scientifically by special effect movies on an overhead round screen in a theatre and explained elaborately to the joy of the viewers.

Chowpatty
Porbandar’s coastal line is just half a kilometre away from the city. Popularly known as Chowpatty, it is one of the main attractions for the local population as well as tourists, to visit and enjoy the beautiful scenery throughout the year.

Bharat Mandir
Pictures, sculptures and symbols and portraying Indian culture and religion have been exhibited in this place. It is the mirror of Indian tradition.

Sudama Mandir
Extremely poor but self-respected Sudama and Krishna’s friendship brings tears of joy, when remembered. It is in memory of this Sudama that a temple has been built in the heart of the city, known as Sudama Mandir.

Getting There
Air : Porbandar is connected by air to Mumbai
Rail : Railway station on Porbandar-Ahmedabad railway line
Road : Ahmedabad (412 km), Rajkot (187 km), Jamnagar (124 km)

Accommodation
There are several hotels in various categories in Porbandar. To provide you a perfect accommodation with best services and facilities, we are associated with some leading hotels which range from luxury, deluxe, to star and budget. The hotels with best services in luxurious surroundings offer the best facilities one would expect. Select the one which is ideal for you and make your tour to Porbandar India most memorable.