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  1. Giora avatar

    RE: Delhi-Rajasthan-Gujurat

    by Giora 14 May 2012

    I think Kachch is perhaps the most interesting part of Gujarat, and it's certainly one of the more unique places in the plains of India.…

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    RE: Gujarat: Kutch during monsoon?

    by Giora 07 April 2012

    I've never been during the monsoon, but I really enjoyed Kachch, and I think it's one of the more intriguing parts of the country. My…

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    Re: shipbuilding yard in Mandvi (near bhuj)

    by megareco 11 March 2012

    thanks for your info ! I'm still wondering if the moment of visiting depends much on the water-level ? you have a big difference there…

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    RE: shipbuilding yard in Mandvi (near bhuj)

    by Chhotu 11 March 2012

    http://www.hotelseaviewmandvi.com/ is a very nice hotel. Busstand is on the corner. Chhotu

  5. Giora avatar

    RE: shipbuilding yard in Mandvi (near bhuj)

    by Giora 11 March 2012

    Hi geert, Mandvi is one of the lovliest little towns in India. You're absolutely free to wander around the boats and watch them being…

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    RE: shipbuilding yard in Mandvi (near bhuj)

    by Pirate_at_50 10 March 2012

    If you fail on that, they build wooden boats on the west side of Diu.

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    shipbuilding yard in Mandvi (near bhuj)

    by megareco 10 March 2012

    Mandvi ,On the banks of the Rukmavati River, just south of the bridge, you can visit the still-active shipbuilding yard. Craftsmen still…

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    RE: Gujarat? + General India Travel Advice

    by Cheese_Monkey 18 January 2012

    Highly recommend Bhuj, the quirky palaces are worth a visit and it's generally pretty laid back. Went down to Mandvi as well, beautiful…

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    RE: Gujarat? + General India Travel Advice

    by Giora 16 January 2012

    Hi, I've never been to the Rajasthan Desert Festival, so I can't really comment on how that would compare to Gujarat. As you say, Gujarat…

  10. Mekong64 avatar

    Gujarat - Calling Pirate and others

    by Mekong64 03 January 2012

    I am planning a trip to India this coming March and April. After spending a month in August 2011 I was keen to return and explore further.…

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    RE: Please recommend a quiet beach town in Gujarat - not Diu

    by tombali 25 December 2011

    I second Mandvi as well ,fasinating place as is Palitana if u are in the area

  12. Giora avatar

    RE: Please recommend a quiet beach town in Gujarat - not Diu

    by Giora 21 December 2011

    Hi, I can't remember the name of the budget hotel. It's in the Lonely Planet, with a description of something along the lines of "This…

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    RE: Please recommend a quiet beach town in Gujarat - not Diu

    by nautilus 20 December 2011

    Hi, Thanks to everyone who replied but an especial thanks to Giora, Mandvi sounds great! Giora, can you please let me know the name…

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    Re: UAE to India by ship

    by vwbus1972 19 December 2011

    The most difficult part of getting a Dhow trip from Dubai to India, is getting the permission from the Indian Government. I would think…

  15. Giora avatar

    RE: Please recommend a quiet beach town in Gujarat - not Diu

    by Giora 19 December 2011

    I really, really enjoyed Mandvi. The town is very relaxed and friendly, the ship-building industry here is very interesting. The budget…

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    RE: Budget accommodation in Mandvi, Kutch/Kachchh

    by adway 28 November 2011

    If you have 4 days in Mandvi, I would definitely recommend visiting Hodka and the Little Rann of Kutch. Hodka is a small resort run by…

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    RE: suggestions for a veteran traveler to India

    by Giora 24 October 2011

    Kachch is lovely, and it's certainly one of the most hospitable places in the plains of India. The two towns there I think are the highlight…

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    Re: Budget accommodation in Mandvi, Kutch/Kachchh

    by yosoybr1 02 October 2011

    Wow, thanks for the info. We do have 4 days, and we'll try to see some crafts and artisans. Bruno ---------------- [http://ajourneyd…

  19. Giora avatar

    RE: Budget accommodation in Mandvi, Kutch/Kachchh

    by Giora 02 October 2011

    Hi Bruno, There is a budget hotel in Mandvi which I personaly believe is the best budget hotel in the entire country. I can't remember…

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    Budget accommodation in Mandvi, Kutch/Kachchh

    by yosoybr1 02 October 2011

    Hi, I'm looking for budget accommodation in Mandvi. Has someone recently been there? Any tips for the Kutch area? Thanks Bruno ------…

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    RE: Is an India air pass worth it? can anyone advise?

    by Pirate_at_50 29 September 2011

    I don't think that air pass would work for you - AI doesn't seem to fly to Kutch (I know that private planes fly to Mandvi). It doesn't…

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    RE: East coast of Inida

    by Giora 10 July 2011

    Hi, I was in Bhuj for a pretty amazing festival, but I think that was only a one-off event. Bhuj itself has a few interesting things…

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    RE: around Bhuj - Gujarat

    by Giora 04 July 2011

    Hi Ale, Kachch is wonderful, and well worth taking the time to explore. The two places I'd absolutely recommend are Mandvi and Dholavira.…

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    around Bhuj - Gujarat

    by alelonghi 02 July 2011

    hello, I'm plannig a two weeks journey throgh Gujarat next November. I need some information: 1) suggestion for 2/3 day in rabari region…

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    RE: Christmas Travel from Jodhpur

    by Giora 29 November 2010

    Hi, Gujarat is absoultely fascinating, and blessed with few tourists which means it's hassle-free. It's also easily the friendliest state…

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