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Bhuj to Kalo Dungar (Black Mountain) – The best place to visit in Kutch
Kalo Dungar in Kutch as the name says is the black mountain that has breath-taking sunrise and sunset. Before heading for the White Desert, we wanted to visit Kalo Dungar as it is a place that is not supposed to be missed at any cost. You pass many villages like Khavda and Ludiya that are well known for handicraft. But, if you are having restricted time, head straight forward to Kalo Dungar (black mountain). After driving for a while, you will see a notice board that says “TROPIC OF CANCER IS PASSING FROM HERE’. Don’t miss that board on your way to Kalo Dungar. The board is utterly pleasing because…
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Dynamic sacrifice of Sheikh Ladhasa Pir – Foundation of Kutch fort
No sooner he visited, Devi appeared in his dream guiding him about the man who would arrive from the North direction in black attire. Maharav lost his sleep and the next day while he was waiting in the North direction, he saw a man arriving sitting on a bull. He readily showed his eagerness to sacrifice his own life for the sake of the kingdom. The name of this brave person was Sheikh Ladhhasa.
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Chhatardis – Ornamental Pavilion of Royals of Bhuj
When you watch the broken pieces scattered here and there you feel the plight of the beautiful sculpture and the reign of the kings that would have been wonderful. Certainly, the art and style that was practised early would have been amazing.
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Bhujio Dungar- Unknown legend that lies beneath the layers
Meanwhile, when disciples were preparing to consume the body, Bhujang appeared in the guise of a Brahmin. He stopped the ritual and consumption of the body. However, some powers had already been transferred through the aroma of the cooking. It is believed to date that the descendants of Bherio have the knowledge and power to nullify the snake venom.
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Bhuj- Well-known for handicrafts and jewellery
Bhuj is a well-known capital of Kutch state. It was established by Rao Hamirji in the year 1510. It derives its name from the word Bhujang which literary means the snake. Bhuj has ample historical sites and archaeologists have found out the proofs that trace the place back to the Indus Valley Civilization. It is a place of a kind of its own. It is famous for the handicrafts and jewellery collection you would find at the nook and corner of the city. It is a famous tourist attraction. The city was entirely knocked down during the tragic earthquake that destroyed the city in 2001. However, without losing any kind…
