Flights to Jamnagar

  About Jamnagar

Jamnagar's fame might come from all the Energy refineries and projects undertaken in the region, but the fact remains that it is one of the largest cities in Gujarat. The city has grown into one of the most developed cities in terms of impeccable infrastructure and contribution to the Power and Energy sector. Jamnagar lies on the Gulf of Kutch with the demography of people speaking Gujarati as well as Kutchi. The place is a spiritual haven, as many temples are built there.

The city of Jamnagar has a hot climate with a semi-arid atmosphere. Even though it does witness rain, the heat continues to stay in the air. However, the whole scenario changes during the winter months when there is a temperature drop experienced. While the peak season does see a lot of pilgrims and tourists flocking over to the city, the flight connectivity to Jamnagar from metro cities makes it possible.

Best time to visit

Summers in Jamnagar can be too hot to handle. The weather is hot and humid throughout, making summers a terrible time to visit the city. Not to mention how the temperature rises to 40 degree Celsius between March to June. The weather and the humidity in the air don't give a green signal for travel purposes. Since it is an off-season, airlines often propose cheap flight tickets to Jamnagar. If you can handle the heat and the humidity, going to Jamnagar during summers is okay.

Jamnagar sees heavy rainfall between June and September. Since the weather is hot and humid, the rains are also heavier in the city. Often the rains last till the end of September. Planning to explore the city during monsoon might not be the brightest idea as it would include mucky roads, heavy rains and the possibility of cultural heritages being shut.

The perfect time to visit Jamnagar is during the winter season. Between October and January, the weather is calm and extremely comforting. The city's temperature drops to bring about a pleasant atmosphere. This is also the peak season for Jamnagar's tourism, and various tourists and pilgrims reach the city to visit some of the temples. Jamnagar is known to have many temples and is widely recognised to be a holy city. Hence, the city sees vibrant energy during these months.

Places to visit

Swaminarayan Temple

The Swaminarayan Temple might be located on the outskirts of the city, but its fame continues to attract various pilgrims from all around the country. The temple's architecture is a perfect blend of traditional as well as modern style. The temple premise is actually peaceful and extremely relaxing.

Pirotan Island

The Pirotan Island is originally part of the Marina National Park but has a cluster of 42 islands nestled together. Entering the Pirotan Island could be challenging as various paperwork needs to be filled and processed. Only confirmed stamps and required signatures would get you to the island. These permissions come from the Forest Department.

Lakhota Fort

Lakhota Lake and Fort are incredibly famous in Jamnagar. In fact, they are the two most visited tourist destinations in the city. The structure was built to keep the enemy away from the city. The complex also has a museum to venerate the history and cultural relevance of the Lakhota fort and lake.

Marina National Park

Marina National Park is India's first national park dedicated to the marine life and ecosystem. The national park is built in the Gulf of Kutch and inhabits a variety of fish, reptiles, underwater flora and more. The park also takes care of diverse birds and the corals that line the gulf.

Mota Ashapura Maa Temple

The city is a spiritual ground with various temples. One of the more famous temples is the Mota Ashapura Maa Temple. It is believed that praying to the Goddess and expressing a wish shall be fulfilled. As long as the devotee has faith in his/her heart, the desires shall be provided to the person. The idol of Maa Ashapura that resides within the temple complex has seven pairs of eyes.

Bhujiyo Kotho

Bhujiyo Kotho is a defence structure that was originally constructed by the earlier leaders of Jamnagar. The idea was to protect the city from any external attacks. The structure is built close to the Lakhota Lake. The majestic structure is definitely worth checking out as it does have an intriguing backstory.

Things to do

Relax by the banks of Ranmal Lake

Famously known as Lakhota Lake, the sparkling lake is a major tourist attraction that sees a lot of tourists hang out by the ghats of the lake. There is a certain sense of peace and tranquillity that one can attain when nestled along the lake's ghats. Even though the place is populated, you will feel at ease and happy. The lake also sees a plethora of birds such as gulls, pelicans and flamingos that bring about a postcard-worthy scenery.

Indulge in bird-watching at Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary

If you are invested in the study of Ornithology and find birds fascinating, then you should directly visit the Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary. It sprawled across an area of 6 sq. Km, the premise has diverse habitats and many birds to look at. Plus, the site also preserves mangroves and diverse ecosystems. The trip would be wholesome as well as quite educational.

Relish food at Grand Chetna

Grand Chetna is one of the most famous restaurants in Jamnagar and also in Gujarat. The restaurant's claim to fame is the exquisite Gujarati Thalis that they prepare for their customers. With over 29 dishes served as part of the thali, the restaurant has the best food that you can find in all of Jamnagar. The place is definitely a must-visit if you are enthused about food and the Gujarati cuisine in general.

Shopping at Shree Subhash Market

A trip would only be complete when indulged in some street shopping. Shree Subhash Market is one such place where you can haggle prices and take home some prized items, including souvenirs for your loved ones and family. Plus, the street also has some street food that you can find yourself being drawn to. Let go off your inhibitions and give the street food at Jamnagar a try.

Food and restaurants

Gujaratis celebrate food and are extremely enthused about their cuisine and experimenting with other food. To them, food is not just a basic essential for survival but also a passion that continues to stay with them. Much of their food such as khandva, dhokla, fafda, jalebi, khaman, undiyo is a favourite among everyone. In fact, the Gujarati thali is also quite a delicious spread that one should definitely try, especially when you're in Jamnagar.

At Jamnagar, you should definitely visit Grand Chetna and Sankalp to get the best Gujarati thali in the city. The two restaurants don't just sell lip-smacking thali but also an ambience and air of positivity that will make your dining experience top-notch. For light food, you can head to Apna Adda Cafe, where you will find affordable, fast food and a hip environment. The city also has more restaurants namely, 360 the Rooftop Restaurant, 7 Seas Restaurant and Riddhi Siddhi Restaurant, that offer some of the best dishes in Jamnagar. When it comes to food, you will not be disappointed in Jamnagar.

How to reach Jamnagar (Transportation)

By Air

Jamnagar has an airport going by the same name. Although the flight connectivity to Jamnagar is quite limited, the nearest airport Rajkot has better connectivity with other major cities in India. Luckily though, there are three domestic routes connected to Jamnagar from Mumbai, Bangalore and Delhi. Although initially, there was only one city connected to Jamnagar, later, two more cities joined the bandwagon. While Jamnagar's flight connectivity to various popular cities is quite poor, the airport is working towards adding more cities to its connection.

For direct flights from Jamnagar to Mumbai, Bangalore or Delhi, passengers can take it from the Jamnagar airport. However, for cities aside from these three, you will either have layovers or will have to go to Rajkot for better flight connectivity. As for international flight connectivity, you will have to go to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, located in Ahmedabad. The city is 318 km away from Jamnagar.

By Rail

Jamnagar Railway Station, as opposed to the airport, has excellent connectivity with several major cities and towns. The railway station falls on the main line that connects major big cities. This has helped the station to connect with New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune, Nagpur, Kozhikode, Surat, Jaipur, Jamshedpur and more. Trains heading to the final stops basically pass through Jamnagar which makes train a better bet in terms of reach the city.

By Road

Out of the three modes of transport to reach Jamnagar, buses are considered to be the best options. The roads are brilliantly connected with Jamnagar, making transportation extremely convenient. There are various city buses and even inter-state buses that pass through Jamnagar, further enhancing its connectivity. Buses from cities such as Mumbai, Baroda, Udaipur, Ahmedabad, Surat, Rajkot and more operator to and from Jamnagar. From public buses to AC Volvo services, there are many options that one can choose from to reach Jamnagar.