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Hingolgadh, the royal sanctuary of Rajkot

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March 30, 2018
Categories: Destinations, India, Special
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The dry, deciduous scrub forest of the Hingolgadh sanctuary, located 180 km from Ahmedabad in Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, is the perfect choice if you are looking for a peaceful and exciting holiday. Hingolgadh is hilly, rugged and undulating with a magnificent mosaic of grasslands, which creates a ubiquitous manifestation of nature’s glory. The sanctuary area was earlier known as ‘Motisari vidi’ and belonged to the ex-princely state of Jasdan. Back then, the Sanctuary was a hunting reserve for the royal family and was also used for grass collection. The green lush patch of Hingolgadh is spread over an ... Read more