It was specially built for displaced persons after partition. Kandla is a major port; the only free trade zone of the country is very close by.

Places of Interest :


Bhadreshwar
It is a famous Jain pilgrimage centre. The architecture of the ancient Shiva temple is such that the presiding deity is visible from the ground floor as well as the first floor, with some beautiful sculpture chiselled on the outer walls. The tour will also cover stepwell, Sol Thambhi Mosque, Jagdu Shah Palace, Lal Shabhar Mosque, Chokunda Mahadev Temple - a visit that will expose you to many religious traditions of India, congregated in one region.

Kera
Kera finds a place on the tourist map mainly due to the 10th century Shiv temple. The town was destroyed in the earthquake of 1819. At the Muslim shrine of Gulam Ali Shah, Urs is held every year attracting devotees from all faiths. Ascetics walk on fire during this Urs, displaying their extraordinary powers.

Purneshwar
It is about 35 Kms from Bhuj. It is a 9th/10th century A.D. temple raised on a high plinth and has some fine sculpture on display.

How to get there
Air : Nearest Airport is Bhuj and Kandla. Various domestic flights connecting Bombay.

Rail : Nearest railway station is Gandhidham and Bhuj.

Road : State transport buses and private luxury coaches connects various centres of Gujarat. Gandhidham is 60 Kms from Bhuj.