CHAMPANER PAVAGADH
Champaner, Panchmahal, Gujarat, India
Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in Panchmahal district in Gujarat, India. It is located around the historical city of Champaner, a city which was founded by Vanraj Chavda, the most prominent king of the Chavda Dynasty, in the 8th century. He named it after the name of his friend and general Champa, also known later as Champaraj. The heritage site is studded with forts with bastions starting from the hills of Pavagadh, and extending into the city of Champaner. The park's landscape includes archaeological, historic and living cultural heritage monuments such as chalcolithic sites, a hill fortress of an early Hindu capital, and remains of the 16th century capital of the state of Gujarat.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to July
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 10:00 AM | 06:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Pavagadh Bus Stand |
200 MTRS | 1800233666666 |
 Derol Railway Station |
28 KM | 139 |
 Vadodara Airport |
43 KM | 912652492221 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Jepura | 3 KM |
Nearest Temples
SHRI SWAMINARAYAN MANDIR
One of the biggest Swaminarayana Temple
SHRI RANCHHODRAIJI TEMPLE
Lord Krishna left the war and came here
Nearest Attractions
Rope WayLAXMI VILAS PALACE
Laxmi Vilas Palace is one of the majestic structures in India
BoatingSURSAGAR LAKE BOATING
Lake was rebuilt with stone masonry in the 18th Century
DamAJWA DAM
The dam is about 5 km long. It can store water to the height of 211 feet above the sea level
Rope WayPAVAGADH ROPEWAY
Ropeway is one of the highest Ropeway rides in India
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