Hilly Place Of Gujarat- Wankaner

Wankaner is a town situated in the Rajkot district of Gujarat. It is known for its Hills, Lifestyle, Business and Ceramic industries. The city can be approached by Road transportation.

Places to visit in the city are Kalkama Ni Tekari, Gayatri Mandir, Ranjit Vilas Palace, Jadeshwer Mahadev, Gatral Mandir, Motareshwar Mahadev Mandir, Nagabawa Mandir and shaha bawa Na minara. The city can only be described by visiting it.

Ranjit Vilas Palace in the city is famous for its beautiful architecture. It is believed to be influenced by Mughal, Victorian, Gothic and Dutch styles. The palace houses a watchtower located on a hill. The palace was being designed and constructed by Amarsinhji to be a lookout over the Wankaner Town. Covering an area of around 225 acres, this palace is now a state guest-house that is known as Chandra Bhavan.

The palace design is an amalgam of different architectural styles. The palace has a Mughal dome, Victorian style windows with stained glass, Gothic arches and a large central Dutch style roof. The palace houses a collection of antique weapons like daggers, numerous swords and shields along with a collection of vintage cars, stuffed animals, paintings and more. Another attraction of this palace is a stable of Kathiawari horses. The palace premises house beautiful Italian style fountains and a three-storeyed step well.

Tourists are mainly attracted by its hill top view which is mesmerizing. One can enjoy the typical Gujarati food here in the city.