Morbi
Attractions:
Darbargadh :
Darbargadh, on the bank of Machchu, is an orginal residence
of Morbi rulers. It can be reached by crossing an imposing
gate arcaded facade, now it is the only heritage hotel at
Morbi.
Mani Mandir :
Mani Mandir is a temple situated in the courtyard of Wellingdon
Secretariat. The images of Laxmi Narayan, Mahakali, Ramchandraji,
Radha- Krishna and Shiva are worshiped in this temple. Mani
Mandir is made out of Jaipur stone with excellent workmanship
and exquisitely carved elements-arches, brackets, jalis,chhatris
and shikhara. Wellingdon Secretariat is an excellent example
of the application of principles of Rajput architecture by
master craftsmen, at the turn of the century.
The Suspension Bridge
:
The Suspension Bridge, an engineering marvel built at the
turn of the century, reflects the progressive and scientific
nature of the rulers of Morbi. This was built to give a unique
identity to Morbi using the latest technology available in
those days in Europe. It is 1.25 m wide and spans 233 m on
the Machchhu River connecting Darbargadh Palace and Lakhdhirji
Engineering College.
Green Chowk :
Green Chowk is a town square approached by series of three
gates. European town planning principles inspired the creation
of these gates as landmarks in the town. The Nehru Gate is
made out of stone using elements of Rajput architecture with
central clock tower, while another one uses elements of western
architecture and is capped by a three-storyed cast iron frame
structure with a dome.
Art Deco Palace :
Art Deco Palace (1931-44 AD) is a marvelous example of influence
of last phase of art deco movement fo Europe, It is poetry
in granite, a low two storey in banded horizontal fenestration,
curves and bays, which resembles the London underground stations
of Charles Holden. The palace has six drawing -rooms, six
dining -rooms, and fourteen bedrooms. The decorated subterranean
bedroom, with many erotic murals and a bathroom made from
seashells are also noteworthy.
Lakhdhirji Engineering
College :
Lakhdhirji Engineering College is housed in Nazarbag Palace,
a former residence of Morbi rulers. The other places worth
visiting at Morbi are: V C High School, main Railway Station
and Nazarbag Railway Station. |