Bhuj in Kutch
Bhuj is the administrative city of Kutch that was once the capital of
the Princely state of Kutch. The cenotaphs of the former rulers and the
CHHATRI of Rao Lakhpatji in Bhuj are fine specimen of Kachchhi
architecture. Tourists can also enjoy shopping in the rural bazaars of
Bhuj, with main tourist attractions being the exquisite handicrafts
showing old customs and traditions, embroidered fabrics, leatherwear,
carved and lacquered furniture and metal ware.
Bhuj Attractions
Prag Mahal
Prag Mahal leaves a spell bound impression on travellers with its
structure, especially Corinthian pillars and Jali work. Inside the
palace, tourists must climb the 45m high bell tower to have a
mesmerizing view of the walled city of Bhuj. There is also a small
temple in the courtyard behind the palace with nicely carved stonework.
Aaina Mahal
Aaina Mahal is famous among travellers for housing an awesome Hall of
Mirrors which has white marble walls that are covered with mirrors and
gilded ornaments. The most distinctive feature of Aaina Mahal is its
Indo-European architecture, the credit of which goes to master craftsman
Ramsinh Malam, who trained as an artisan in Europe for 17 years.
Ramsinh Malam hand crafted the fountains, mirrors, and doors inlaid with
gold and ivory in Aaina Mahal.
Kutch Museum
Kutch Museum is the oldest Museum in Gujarat that was established in
1877. Main attraction for touists is its largest collection of Kshatrapa
inscriptions, dating back to the 1st century AD. There is a separate
section in the museum which is devoted to tribal culture; it exhibits
many examples of ancient artifacts, folk arts and crafts. Kutch museum
also has exhibits of embroidery, paintings, arms, musical instruments,
gold and silver ornaments, textiles, sculpture and precious metalwork.
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