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City in Gujarat, India
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Himatnagar is a town in Sabarkantha district, in the bank of the river Hathmati in North Gujarat, India.
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It is a well with inscriptions on the side walls, one in Arabic and the other in Devnagri, bearing respectively the dates 1417 (820 Hijri year) and 1522 (Samvat 1578). The second inscription shows that the well was built in 1522 by Shamsher-ul-Mulk, who is stated by tradition to have been a son of Sultan Ahmed Shah.
Located at the confluence of Sabarmati and Debhol rivers, this is a place of natural beauty. The kund and a temple housing seven linga of Shiva is ancient and associated with lores of Saptarishis.
A 300-year-old temple dedicated to Mahakali is popular in pilgrims. Fairs are organised on Janmashtami and Mahashivaratri.
Temples at Khed and Roda
Seven Hindu temples built during Gurjara-Pratihara or Rashtrakuta period (8th-9th century). Considered as the fountainhead of all classical temples of Gujarat.
A mausoleum built by Gujarat Sultan Mahmud Begada in honour of his soldier Sikandar Shah in c. 1480.
Constructed by king of erstwhile Idar state in 15th century for the fulfillment of wish of child.
science museum right where the Tropic of Cancer passes through Gujarat. Exhibits on geography, geocoordinates, seasons and related phenomena.
Water park and adventure park with many rides. Meera Hotel Resort with lodging and stay facilities. Outside food allowed.
Autorickshaws are the other main local mode of transport. Shuttles are available for transport in the city.
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