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The statue of unity, the huge Rann of Kutch, and the Diu Islands come to mind when you hear the word Gujarat. Visitors from all around will be welcomed with many interesting, engaging, and unique tourist attractions. However, there is little information available regarding Gujarat’s camping and trekking destinations etc. How far can you go from deep spiritual places to national parks and sacred shrines? This is a thrilling Gujarat journey that will make your heart race. Gujarat’s gorgeous beaches are to the west, and its steep hills are to the south and east. For adventure seekers, there is flat grassland, beautiful white desert, and an endless plain.   In Gujarat, there are thrilling adventure sports activities, land activities and water sport leagues throughout year. Try rock climbing and paragliding in addition to hiking and camping while visiting nearby sanctuaries and villages. If you want to try something new. Gujarat has something for everyone who like adventure and exploration!   Prepare for an enjoyable water adventure in Gujarat by doing the following activities: 1.) Rafting on the River Experience the thrill of spinning, boiling rivers, and rapids. Slide fearlessly during the rapid water’s twists and turns. Rafting is a sport that provides an incredible adrenaline boost. It’s a lot of fun! What’s more, guess what? However, there are many great areas in India to try it, and Gujarat is one of them. No worries if you don’t know how to swim. Just organize your plan for Gujarat River Rafting Vacations at that time. Best time to visit: October to March Best place for River Rafting: Khalvani Eco Campsite, Kevadia.   2). Scuba Diving Discover the underwater world and learn about marine life: vibrant coral reefs hide riches on every rock. It’s an unforgettable experience for water enthusiasts. Shiv Rajpur Beach is an ideal spot to explore scuba diving for both beginner and experienced divers. There are various diving sites with different depths and interesting marine life. It’s also reasonably priced, making it a perfect choice for those looking to explore the underwater world on a budget. The water is crystal clear, and the coral reef is spectacular. Shiv Rajpur Beach is a must-visit if you want to have an unforgettable scuba diving experience. Best time to visit: October to March Best place for River Rafting: Shivaji Beach, Dev Bhumi Dwarka.   3). Banana Riding   Take a thrilling water ride on a banana boat. Apart from feeling the wind in your hair as you zip across the lake, there is much to be said for entertaining yourself with a thrilling hobby like this. The banana boat gets its name from the fact that it looks like a large, fat, yellow banana! It’s a fantastic water sport, in which a group of children aged four to eight climbs aboard a banana-shaped tube. Hold firm and don’t fall into the water once you’re on – but that’s half the fun. The best thing about it – is that you don’t have to be a swimmer. What matters is that you have fun on the waves. Best time to visit: October to March Best place for River Rafting: Mandvi Beach (Kutch) Now, let’s soar into the sky for some air adventures of Gujarat:   1). Parasailing Enjoy the adrenaline rush of flying high in the air on a gust. Extreme thrill seekers Travel through the air while attached to a parachute. Panoramic views from above will delight your eyes. Couples will like the quiet beaches and less tourists. Best time to visit: October to March Best place for Parasailing: Mandvi Beach ( Kutch ) & Tithal Beach ( Valsad )   2). Paragliding   Paragliding, you can feel the immensity of heaven. While you view the beauty from aloft, your sense of perspective and freedom increases. Paragliding is a sport in which you use specially designed parachutes to help yourself glide. Paragliders, unlike hang gliders which have a rigid frame, do not contain any hard parts. In fact, they fly with a parachute-like canopy. As you run in the wind, these gaps get filled with air just like a balloon. That means you can take off and fly, which is cool! Best time to visit: October to March Best place for Parasailing: Saputra ( Dang )   Now, let’s explore the thrills of land adventures of Gujarat: 1.) Rock Climbing   Pump yourself to new heights. You will feel a sense of achievement when you reach the top but take on difficult terrain. Mountain climbing is very different from rock climbing. In place of snowcapped mountains, you climb rock faces with just hands and feet. Gravity is my enemy When I try to do something in which gravity doesn’t want me, that means learning how thoroughly you can use your body. Basically, it’s rock climbing with a smile. Best place for Rock Climbing: Girnar (Junagadh), Idar (Sabarkantha) Best Places for Rock Climbing: Pavagadh (Panchmahal) and Saputara (Dang) Best time to visit: Girnar: October to February Idar: January to April and July to December Pavagadh: October to February Saputara: October to February   2). Camping Although nature abounds in peace and quiet, camping allows you to experience the real thing. Sleep close to nature under the stars. It’s an opportunity to get to know the nature and make memories around the campfire. Camping in Gujarat involves not just walking in the mountains, but also meeting people from different backgrounds and traditions. When you camp in Gujarat, you learn about amazing jungle traditions and witness how people live more traditionally. With so much going on, it’s the most entertaining family activity ever. You can see wildlife or look up at the sky in wonder; all you must do is go out and explore nature in search of these little treasures. Best Places for Camping Dhordo (Kutch), Girnar (Junagadh), SOU (Narmada), Polo Forest (Sabarkantha), Jessore Hills (Banaskantha), Pavagadh (Panchmahal), Ratanmahal (Dahod), Saputara (Dang), Best Time to Visit Dhordo: November to January Girnar: October to March Polo Forest: August to December Jessore

All the people come to Khajuraho because it is famous for its temples. There are total of 4 million temples which are both traditional and modern, with a  All these temples represent the spiritual and historical centers of India. It is very famous for the UNESCO heritage site in Madhya Pradesh. These temples are like time-travel storybooks; they stand tall and tell stories of mindfulness and devotion to the past 950–1050 AD by the Chandela dynasty. This heritage site is very popular for its ancient temples built in India in 1990. Every temple in Khajuraho is defined by architectural style, royalty, meditation, spiritual teachings, relatives, and many other art forms. Places to visit in Khajuraho – All Temple of Khajuraho If you want to go to a nearby temple, see: Mahadeva Temple Devi Jagadamba Temple Chitragupta Temple Lakshmana Temple Matangesvara Temple Parvati Temple Pratapeswar Temple Lakshmi Shrine They are divided into 2 groups of temples one is the Western Group of Temples and second is Eastern Group of Temples Western Group [ Temples of Khajuraho ]   1. Devi Mandap: Devi Mandap is a relatively small temple near the Lakshman Temple with a reconstructed material peaked roof from the previous century. It is culturally significant as a place of worship. If you want to see the western group of monuments in Khajuraho. There are lots of places to see, including must-sees like Kandariya Mahadeva, small temples like Devi Mandap, and the beautiful Chousath Yogini Temple next to Shivsagar Lake. It’s an easy way to see the area’s major attractions.   2. Lakshmana Temple: This is the most popular major attraction among all the people. When you enter the Western Side Temple, then you see the first temple you’ll notice is the Lakshmana Temple. Considering its age of almost 1,000 years, it is in amazing condition and has beautiful sculptures, some of which are highly visible. Take your time and visit each temple, especially if you enjoy and love photography. Having a professional guide is really helpful.   3. Kandariya Mahadev Temple: Kandariya Mahadeva is a Hindu temple in Khajuraho. It is the site’s largest and tallest structure. This temple is dedicated to Shiva and features a representation of him in the shape of an idol, a linga, in the central chamber. The temple includes beautifully maintained sculptures with carefully designed a sculpted, many of which show couples in complex and more often seemingly impossible, issues. These marriages are usually joined by young women from both sides.   4. Devi Jagdambi Temple: The Devi Jagdambi Temple is not equally huge as the Kandariya Mahadev Temple. It has a cross-shaped plan, one set of balconies, one mandap, and no inner pradakshina walk. Considering its small size, this temple contains some of Khajuraho’s greatest sculptures. Most of them are plainly visible due to their low height. Particularly, there are outstanding illustrations of dlihpolas in their assigned places, with the outstanding images of Yama and Nirriti showing out on the south and southwest sides in particular.   5. Lakshmi and Varaha Temples: The Lakshmi and Varaha Temples are two modest temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu. They are among the most stunning temples. Other temples at Khajuraho include Parsavanath, Ghantai, Chitragupta, Chaturbhuj, Vishwanath, Lakshamana, Adinatha, Chaunsat Yogini, Matangeshwara, Kandariya Mahadeo, and Duladeo. Khajuraho’s group of structures has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is a wonderful achievement. Eastern Group [ Temples of Khajuraho ]   1. Adinath Temples: The Adinath temple at Khajuraho is an Eastern Group Jain temple. A black basalt statue symbolizes Adinath, a Jain Tithankara. The temple, which matches the Vamana temple, shows that it was built later. Only the entrance and the church are left. Outside, a trio of sculptures showing women, couples, and lion-like creatures can be seen. Though Jain, the walls have been painted with Hindu figures. Jain Yakshinisare are examples of specific sculptures: Ambika, Chakreshvari, and Padmavati. If you’re visiting the Jain temples in Khajuraho, then the Adinath temple is a must-see place.   2. The Ninora: This was the second of the eastern group of temples. Tal river runs through this temple, which has a sandstone Shikara and a granite body. Although its given name, the Brahma temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, who can be seen clearly on the main wall. The temple is simple in design, with a pyramid-shaped Shikara atop an obvious bell tower-like structure.   3. Ghantai Temple: The name of this temple comes from the links and bell designs (Ghanta) imprinted into its pillars. Originally meant to be larger than the Parsavnatha temple, only the Mahamandap (main hall) and four tall pillars exist. The high pitch of the entrance hall is covered with magnificent pictures of dancers and musicians. The temple door portrays Chakresvari, an eight-armed yakshi seated on a garuda. The sculptures portraying the sixteen hints witnessed by Jina Mahavira’s mother in a dream during birth can be found on the outside wall.   4. Parsavnatha Temple: The Parsavnatha temple is the most important temple in the Eastern group. This structure was constructed between 950 and 970 AD. Dhangadeva built it Adinatha, the first Jain tirthankara, but it was renamed after Parsavnatha in 1860. Adinatha’s statue took his place. This temple, unlike the others in Khajuraho, is erected on a lower level, allowing visitors to obtain a better view of the sculptures.   5. Javari Temple: This Hindu temple is part of the Khajuraho temple site. Despite its small dimensions, the temple stands on a high and stunning platform. The temple is in outstanding condition, given that it is located far from the major tourist route in Khajuraho. The temple is richly adorned with nearly full-length relief statues of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. The inner space and outer space are both small. The idol Vishnu, while headless, is housed within the sanctuary. Finally, Khajuraho is a popular tourist location. They are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and tell stories of focus and dedication from the Chandela period (950-1050 AD). In the