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THE MAGNIFICENT JUNAGADH

Junagadh, or “old city” if you go by the literal translation, is one of Gujarat’s most beautiful districts with a vibrant street life. The heady mix of striking architecture, caves, edicts, temples, forts, stepwells, tanks, mausoleums, cannons and inscriptions dating back to the 2nd century AD is what this vibrant city is famous for. If you’re someone who enjoys a blast from the past, we recommend these five major attractions in Junagadh.

1 MAHABAT MAQBARA

A striking example of the beauty of ancient mausoleums, the Mahabat Maqbara was

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