Jamnagar Sightseeing

Bala Hanuman Temple
Bala Hanuman Temple is a pilgrim place venerated by the devotees of Lord Ram. It is a world famous temple, known for the continuous chanting of Jai Ram, Shri Ram. The chanting is going on since 1964 and has found a place for it in the Guinness Book of World Records. People chant the name of the Lord in shifts, 24 hours a day.

Shiva Temple
There are a number of Shiv Temples in Jamnagar. The ones worth watching are Badri Kedarnath and Nilkanth Mahadev Temple, situated near the Town Hall and the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The Siddhnath Mahadev Temple on the outskirts of the city also holds great prestige amongst devotees.

Jain Temples

Jain temples are the joy of the old city of Jamnagar. The main Jain temples of the city have been mentioned below.

Vardhman Shah's Temple
The construction of the temple was started in 1612, during the rule of His Highness Jam Jasaji I, and completed in the year 1620.

Raisi Shah's Temple
Tejsi Shah built this Jain temple in 1564. It was ruined by Mughal army in 1590 and inn 1592, Tejsi Shah got these temples renovated.

Sheth's Temple
Sheth's Temple was built in the year 1594 by Bhansali Abji.

Vasupujya Swami's Temple
Vasupujya Swami's Temple is said to be built by Aaskaran Shah in the 17th century.

Towers & Gates

The only remains left of the fortified town of Jamnagar are the two towers of Mandvi & Pancheshwar and the Khambhalia & Grain Market Gate. Apart from this, there is some part of the wall surrounding the city which can be still seen. It was built in the 17th century by Wazir Meraman Khawas, also known as Meru Khawas. He is said to be a very powerful dictator, who ruled over Jamnagar between 1744 and 1800 AD.

Darbargadh

Darbargadh was the original residence of the Royal family of the Jams. The architecture of the Palaces is a blend of Rajput and European styles. One needs to seek permission for visiting the royal palaces. Apart from the Palaces, Jam Ranjitsinhji patronized two important urban design projects in front of the Darbargadh, namely Wellingdon Crescent and Chelmsford Market. It is a two storey arcade with semi-circular arches, decorative pilasters and balusters on the parapet. The statue of Jam Saheb stands in the center of the structure and the royal emblem of the Jam saheb crowns the crescent.

Lakhota Museum

Lakhota Museum is located in the center of the Lakhota Lake. It was initially a palace, which was converted into a museum in 1946. The walls of the museum are adorned with fresco paintings, depicting the war scenes from battle fought by the Jadeja clan. The museum contains 10th century excavated artifacts, like copper plates, statues, etc. A holy saint's Dargah is also there. You can also enjoy boating at Lakhota Lake for memorable experience. Both motor boats and paddle boats are available.