It is one of the most popular tourist regions in the country. Gujarat offers scenic beauty from Great Rann of Kutch to the hills of Saputara. Gujarat is the one and only place to view pure Asiatic lions in world. During the Sultanate reign, Hindu craftsmanship mixed with Islamic architecture, giving rise to the Indo-Saracenic style. Many structures in the state are built in this fashion. It is also the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, iconic figures of India's independence movement. Having immense historical significance due to its association with Mahatma Gandhi Ahmedabad is one of the most important cities in Gujarat. Jamnagar is another gem in the crown of Gujarat. Offering some of the finest specimens of architecture in the form of forts, palaces and religious structures Jamnagar never ceases to allure its visitors. A wonderful getaway Pavagadh is a small hill station known for its enthralling landscapes and serenity. Bestowed with the title of a world Heritage site Pawagadh is counted among the most visited tourist destinations in Gujarat. Mostly frequented by pilgrims throughout the year Porbandar is home to some of the finest sacred shrines that date back to ancient India. Offering a combination of rusticity along with modernity this city in Gujarat is counted as one of the best tourist destinations. Rajkot in Gujarat owns the glory of being once the capital of the princely state of Saurashtra. Formerly it was a British government headquarters as well. Rajkot in Gujarat is the place where Mahatma Gandhi had spent the early years of his life. Surat in Gujarat lies on the banks of the River Tapti. Earlier it used to be one of the chief ports of western India. There are evidences that this port served as a gateway to the then state of Gujarat.