Gondal is an interesting place to visit near Gir

Naulakha Palace

 Many of the tourists visit Gir National Park while enjoying their vacation in its surrounding areas. This wildlife sanctuary is well-known across the world as the only natural habitat where Asiatic Lions reside. Accommodation in any of the Gir National Park resorts located close to this wildlife sanctuary gives them great convenience in exploring this reserve as well as other interesting places nearby. One of them is Gondal, which was among the elite princely states under the Bombay Presidency during colonial era.

During their visit of Gondal, tourists can explore the majestic palaces of this city, which have stood the test of time. One of them is the Naulakha Palace, which dates back to the seventeenth century. Its exquisite balconies, stone carvings, spiral staircase, and delicately carved arches continue to amaze visitors even today. Another architectural beauty of Gondal is the Huzoor Palace, in which, the royalty continues to reside even today.

Royal Garages

A good collection of vintage and classic vehicles can be found in the Royal Garages of this city. Bird lovers would find considerable varieties of birds near the large water bodies in Gondal. Grasslands belonging to the royal family are also the right spots to watch some attractive birds in action.

Why you must visit Gir?

Gir National Park

Pack your bags for an adventurous and thrilling trip to Gir National Park. Home to Asiatic Lion, Gir is one of the most popular national parks in India. 

Following are the key reasons for visiting Gir:

The Asiatic Lion in Gir National Park

1) The Asiatic Lion:

Gir is the only place in the world outside the African continent where lions can be spotted in their natural habitat. This factor alone draws a plethora of visitors year after year. A majority of Lion’s time is spent resting and snoozing in the shade deep inside the jungle. The Lioness is primarily involved in hunting while the lion rests. The responsibility of bringing food for the family lies with the lioness. If you intend to spot a lion on your visit to Gir National Park, then you should consider coming here during morning hours. In fact, you should avoid visiting here during afternoon hours because this is the time when most of them spend time resting.

Jeep Safari in Gir National Park

2) Jeep Safari:

Jeep Safari is another popular Gir attraction, which draws maximum number of tourists every year. If the idea of roaming on a vehicle in the wild appeals you, then you should definitely consider going on a jeep safari. Here, it is essential for you to remember that you have to have a permit from the concerned officials. Generally, the permit is issued on the spot before the jungle trail begins.

Celebrate an offbeat Christmas this season in Gir

Christmas Eve

There are several ways in which you can enjoy an exciting Christmas Eve. Along with the regular stuff that you have been quite used to during Christmas, there are certain new things that you can try, in order to make your celebration truly memorable. We at United-21Vanvaso Gir Resort offer you a chance to have a lively Christmas season with your near and dear ones.

You can book any of our spacious rooms and suites that are well-furnished and provided with all the modern facilities. Catch the live telecast of some exciting Christmas programmes on the television with your dear ones in the cosy and stylish interiors of the room that you have booked for your stay. You can also watch films or television series on Jesus Christ. Donation made to a charitable organization can be the noblest thing to do during Christmas. You can also choose to send greetings or special post cards to your loved ones residing at distant places.

Nothing can compare to the pleasure of having a great dinner with your dear ones during the Christmas season. This is made possible in our multi-cuisine restaurant that serves some of the most delicious dishes during Christmas.

Asiatic Lions have found their ideal home in Gir

Asiatic Lions- Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary

In the early 1900s, the population of Asiatic Lions in the princely state of Junagadh had reduced to only 15 due to hunting. This became a great concern for the ruler of Junagadh, who began conservation efforts for the protection of these endangered species. After the independence of India, Junagadh became a part of Gujarat state.

Population of these lions grew significantly with the establishment of Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary by the government in 1965. Besides lions, many of the animal species can be found in the wildlife reserve, such as, Indian Leopard, Sloth Bear, Striped Hyena, Golden Jackal, and Desert Cat. Every year, leisure tourists and wildlife enthusiasts book their accommodation in Gir National Park resorts to explore the abundant flora and fauna of this region. They also get the opportunity to tour some of the popular places of interest around Gir during their stay in these resorts.

Although the national park and sanctuary of Gir does not have a designated area for visitors, an Interpretation Zone has been made available for tourists within the wildlife reserve.

It has helped in reducing the harmful effects of tourism on Gir's wildlife and in promoting nature education among visitors.

Asiatic Lion: The Pride of Gir National Park

Gir National Park- Asiatic lions

Gir National Park is popularly known as wildlife protected area. Home to wide range of animals and plants, the vegetation of this national park is rich because of presence of various factors such as perennial rivers that flow through this area. Rich biodiversity of this area makes it an ideal spot for scientific study for biologists from different parts of the world. The major attraction of this national park is Asiatic Lion.

Let’s have an overview of Asiatic lions:

The Asiatic Lion: Sasan Gir is only place in the world outside the African continent where Asiatic Lions can be found in their natural habitat. They are one of the prime reasons why large number of visitors travel from different parts of this world to this national park. A majority of their time is spent sleeping wherein the shade is deepest, while lioness makes the arrangement for the food. But, the male member in the family is the first one to take first share from food. The best time for observing lions in their natural habitat is during sunrise and sunset, when they are out for their prowl. You should avoid visiting this destination during afternoon hours because during this time most animals prefer resting in shade. Check out Gir safari timings in order plan in advance.

The Somnath Temple: Feel blessed at the Temple turned Pilgrimage

Somnath Temple

The most sacred among the 12 Jyotirlings in India, Somnath Temple is located in the Veraval region. The literal meaning of Somnath is ‘Lord of Moon’ and this town gets it name from the Somnath Temple. There are various stories and believes behind who constructed this temple. The Somnath Temple is the 7^th temple built for commemorating Lord Somnath. Also known as ‘Prabhas Patan’, this town has remained a quintessential tourist destination for many years now. It is interesting to note that there exists no land between this temple and the South Pole. The Somnath Temple is also believed to be the place where the Holy Saraswati river meets the sea. 

 

Built in the Solanki style, The Sabha Mandap (assembly hall), sanctum sanctorum (innermost shrine) and the Shikhar (top) was built up in the first phase. Lord Somnath has been mentioned in the Puranas and the Mahabharata. The Yadava is said to have fought among themselves and ended their dynasty from the face of Earth. The Somnath Temple is visited by millios of devotees every year. It is no more a tourist attraction for devotees, but a place of pilgrimage where they can come and find absolute peace. If you are visiting this temple, you should not miss out the Gir Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy the Gir forest safari. It will make your trip a memorable experience.

Soothe your senses in United-21 Vanvaso Gir Resort this season

Have you thought of living the wildlife you find on the TV set programs in actuality? Most of you must have dreamed of leisurely walking around amidst wildlife. Here is your chance to live your dream with United-21 Vanvaso Gir resort.

Wild means pure, the most primitive still well-balanced mind set. City dwellers do actually miss such quality in them. In the rush of staying ahead of others and profiting they often undervalue the whole aim behind this. Nearly everybody is willing to work flat out and get paid enough to ensure that he or she will never require working so desperately ever.

We do not take into account the reality that our ultimate intention is to always live an anxiety free living for which we pile up so much of tension. A stay in a wild life resort is one of the cool ways to get back to the nature and reduce your pressures. It will help you to flow with your instincts for a bit. It enables your thoughts subside and live without need of any specific plans for a change.

Find some time in this year to drop in to delightful habitats alike United-21 Vanvaso Gir Resort to invigorate your minds. Reinvigorate your batteries to actualize your dreams after returning to your active life.