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Sihor
Sihor is a town and a municipality in Bhavnagar district in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is placed along the river Gautami, and this erstwhile capital of the Gohil Rajputs, which is surrounded by hills, is situated about 20 km from Bhavnagar.
Sihor at a Glance
Why Sihor?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Brahma Kund
- Songadh Jain temple
Sihor at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Brahma Kund: Brahma Kund is a stepped temple tank in Sihor town of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India. It is located near the southern wall of the old town.
- Songadh Jain temple: The Songadh Jain temple is a historical temple complex in the town of Songadh, in Bhavnagar district the Saurashtra region in Gujarat, India. It is 8 km from Sihor town and 28 km from Bhavnagar town.
Sightseeing Places
- Brahma Kund: Brahma Kund is a stepped temple tank in Sihor town of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India. It is located near the southern wall of the old town.
- Songadh Jain temple: The Songadh Jain temple is a historical temple complex in the town of Songadh, in Bhavnagar district the Saurashtra region in Gujarat, India. It is 8 km from Sihor town and 28 km from Bhavnagar town.
Temples
- Songadh Jain temple: The Songadh Jain temple is a historical temple complex in the town of Songadh, in Bhavnagar district the Saurashtra region in Gujarat, India. It is 8 km from Sihor town and 28 km from Bhavnagar town.
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Brahma Kund
Brahma Kund is a stepped temple tank in Sihor town of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India. It is located near the southern wall of the old town.
Songadh Jain temple
The Songadh Jain temple is a historical temple complex in the town of Songadh, in Bhavnagar district the Saurashtra region in Gujarat, India. It is 8 km from Sihor town and 28 km from Bhavnagar town.
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- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Bhavnagar Airport (BHU), about 23 km from Sihor.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Sihor Junction railway station, about 3 km from central Sihor.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Sihor (Apr, May, Jun) averages 27–40°C with about 11 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Sihor (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–32°C with about 268 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Sihor (Oct, Nov) averages 21–30°C with about 141 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Sihor (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 16–29°C with about 1 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 40°C and lows of 27°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
Architecture Guide
- Summary: Sihor is a town and a municipality in Bhavnagar district in the Indian state of Gujarat.
- Overview: Sihor is a town and a municipality in Bhavnagar district in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is placed along the river Gautami, and this erstwhile capital of the Gohil Rajputs, which is surrounded by hills, is situated about 20 km from Bhavnagar. The name 'Sihor' is a corruption of its earlier names, including Saraswatpur, Sinhalpur, Sinhpur, Sinhor, and Shihor.
Religious Significance
- Summary: Sihor is a town and a municipality in Bhavnagar district in the Indian state of Gujarat.
- Famous For: Known for Brahma Kund and Songadh Jain temple.
- Overview: Sihor is a town and a municipality in Bhavnagar district in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is placed along the river Gautami, and this erstwhile capital of the Gohil Rajputs, which is surrounded by hills, is situated about 20 km from Bhavnagar. The name 'Sihor' is a corruption of its earlier names, including Saraswatpur, Sinhalpur, Sinhpur, Sinhor, and Shihor.
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Significance
Sihor is a town and a municipality in Bhavnagar district in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is placed along the river Gautami, and this erstwhile capital of the Gohil Rajputs, which is surrounded by hills, is situated about 20 km from Bhavnagar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sihor is most comfortable in January, February, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is May (average high 42°C) and the wettest months are July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Bhavnagar Airport (BHU), about 23 km away. The nearest railway station is Sihor Junction railway station, about 3 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Brahma Kund and Songadh Jain temple.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 27°C to 42°C over the year, with about 1138 mm of rain in total.
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