Above all the Harappan sites, the site of Dholavira nearby known as Kotada, in the Khadir island of Kutch stands separately. It is memorable for its wonderful planning and vastness of area and deposit. Currently, we can say that it is one of the two largest arrangements in India and the fourth or fifth largest in the subcontinent. The others arrangements are: Mohenjo-daro, Harappa, Gharo Bhiro (all in Pakistan) and Rakhigarhi (in India).
The fort walls are 20 metres high and the fort is entered by an ornate, triple gateway. The top of the old fort forms a plateau-like area covered in lantana scrub. Inside the fort is a mosque, the Jami Masjid, built from a demolished Hindu temple.
The mausoleums of the Nawabs of Junagadh consist of silver doors and intricate architecture, including minarets with spiral stairways.
On the way to the Girnar temples one passes a huge boulder on which 14 edicts of Emperor Ashoka are inscribed. Of which some are moral lectures, while the other inscriptions mainly refer to recurring floods destroying the embankments of Sudershan Lake, which no longer exists.
Is an old well where the water can be drawn by blowing into a small hole in the floor. Other places of interest are Solarium, Jansahed's Palace and Rozi & Bedi Ports.
The ruins of Khapra Zaveri Palace are located on the way from the base to Machi. From its terrace, one can have a fabulous view of the origin of Vishwamitri river. Atak gate is one of the nine gates that leads to the hilltop. It has two catapult stands for hurling stones at the enemies. Other monuments from Machi to hilltop are Makai Kothar - a granary with the fort, Kalika Temple and a shrine of Muslim Saint Sadanshah are located.
Champaner-Parvagadh Archeological Park in Champaner represent a perfect blend of Hindu-Moslem architecture, mainly in the Great Mosque (Jami Masjid), which was a replica for later mosque architecture in India. This special style comes from the noteworthy period of regional sultanates. The Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park is an ideal example of a very short living Capital, making the best use of its setting, topography and natural features. It is quite exposed due to abandonment, forest takeover and modern life. The Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park in Champaner is a place of worship and continuous pilgrimage for Hindu believers.
The Pavagadh Fort is situated on Pavagadh Hill and is just 4 km south-east of Champaner. It is one of the renowned ancient forts in Gujarat, which comprises three main parts. Foremost are the ruined parts; the second part comprises the palace and the middle fort, while the last is the upper fort, which has Hindu and Jain temples.
The Durbar Gadh in Bhuj, India, is one of the most visited Tourist Attractions in Bhuj. This Durbar Gadh houses the famous Aina Mahal (Hall of Mirrors) which delights the visitors by displaying the unique blend of Indian and European architecture with its fountains and two storied royal residences.
Built in the 18th century by Rao Lakhpatji, Durbar Gadh, Bhuj is a perfect example of an enclosed area of the royal family which exhibited a drastic change in the style of architecture and the layout that resembled those of Europe to a large extent.
Durbar Gadh is also the name given to the place located in the center of the old town of Bhuj. It was at this place that that the Maharaja of Nawanagar held his meetings with the masses.
The magnificent Bharuch fort (Lallubhai Haveli), perched on a hilltop overlooks the Narmada river. This one-storeyed building was erected in 1791 A.D by an ex-Divan of the former Nawab of Broach named Lallubhai. Hence the fort is sometimes known as Lallubhai Haveli. There is a small 'bungli' (room) on the second floor that has arrangements for placing matchlock guns. The facade of the fort is designed with rich and lavish wood carvings. It also has underground passages.