BHUJ
This small and quiet town in Kutch calls for a relaxed vacation amidst ancient temples, wildlife sanctuaries and lofty hills. Known for its grand temples, an interesting mix of flora and fauna, serene ambiance, beautiful lakes and hills, culture and history, Bhuj offers what one can ask for. In a walk around Bhuj, you can see the Hall of Mirrors at the Aina Mahal; climb the bell tower of the Prag Mahal next door; stroll through the produce market; have a famous Kutchi pau bhaji for lunch; examine the 2000-year-old Kshatrapa inscriptions in the Kutch Museum; admire the sculptures of Ramayana characters at the Ramakund stepwell; walk around Hamirsar Lake and watch children jumping into it from the lake walls as the hot afternoon sun subsides; and catch the sunset among the chhatardis of the Kutchi royal family in a peaceful field outside the centre of town.