This marvelous structure is the historic symbol of Palanpur town.
Present here is a beautiful idol of Lord Shiva and the ancient shrine is situated close to Keertistumbh. The shrine is also believed to be the birthplace of Siddharaj Jaisinh, the king who ruled Gujarat from Patan.
This temple in Jessore is dedicated Lord Shiva and lies 32 km away from the city.
This is yet another famous shrine in Palanpur. The Mota Ramji Temple is dedicated to lord Rama.
Palanpur city is strongly associated with Jainism. The number of Jain temples in the place tell how popular the religion is in this beautiful place. Motu Derasar or the Pallaviya Parshwanath Temple is one such famous Jain temple in the city of Palanpur.
Established by king Prahaladan, the founder of Palanpur, it is dedicated to Lord Parshwanath, the 23rd lord of Jainism. It also happens to be one among the 108 Parshwanath temples which extends special attention to the followers of Jainism.
Nanu Derasar is yet another famous Jain temple in Palanpur and is visited by Jains largely.
This fascinating sanctuary is located at a distance of 45 km from Palanpur and mainly works towards the protection of the endangered sloth bears. Located in the Banaskantha district and covering about 180 sq km area, the Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary was declared a sanctuary in the year 1978.
Apart from sloth bears, the sanctuary also happens to be the dwelling of a range of vibrant birds and wild animals like the hyena, blue bull, civet, leopards, jungle cat, porcupine, sambar wolf and wild boar to name a few.
The place is located on the Aravalli Hills of Thar Desert. But though close to Thar, the terrains attired with trees in the sanctuary help arrest desertification. Winter season is the best time to visit the Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary.
Balaram Palace, which has now been converted into a luxury hotel, was once the weekend retreat and a favourite spot for hunting for the Lohanis - the rulers of the princely Palanpur. Constructed during 1920, the palace edifice portrays an elegant neo-classical architecture.
The gracious building is surrounded by a beautiful environ of lush green lawns and colourful flowering plants, along with a tranquil forest land spread across 13 acres. The palace is located at a distance of 14 km from the Palanpur Station.
This shrine is located at a distance of 14 km from Palanpur and is dedicated to lord Shiva. Situated close to this place of worship is yet another one called the temple of Dharmata – the family deity of the Sundhiyas.