Kutch Fossil Park

4.5

Location: Dholavira Village, Gujarat 370165, India

Visiting time: 1-2 hours.

Located 55km away from the city of Bhuj, the museum Kutch Fossil Park is situated in Haripur village of the state of Gujarat, India. It is one of the most famous places in Gujarat. It is such an interesting and amazing place to visit. You will discover different kinds of fossils here. Which is beyond your thinking. If you are traveling to Kutch then you can’t miss this place.

Attraction

It is one of the top attractions of the town. There are a lot of fossils of different things in Kutch Fossil Park. Which can be called historical treasures. You will find 187 to 176 million years old fossils here. People from different places come to visit this place. This place is worth visiting.

History

The park was established in 2002 by Visionary Mohan Sinh Sodha. He is the man who worked single-handedly and continuously added different fossil collections to the museum.

The park was established in 2002 by Visionary Mohan Sinh Sodha. He is the man who worked single-handedly and continuously added different fossil collections to the museum. Which are displayed in the exhibition area of two small rooms. There are many interesting fossils shown in this place.

Inside/Outside Views

Recently another amazing fossil has been added to the collection-“Sea Cow Fossil” and this is reconstructed with the help of the Roorkee Institute of technology.

The whole view of This place is amazing. The most attractive exhibit of this park is the Dinosaur and its eggs. Recently another amazing fossil has been added to the collection-“Sea Cow Fossil” and this is reconstructed with the help of the Roorkee Institute of technology. There is a collection of more than 10,000 specimens in the Kutch Fossil Park. Which increases the value of the park. The whole environment of this park is good and it is also well maintained.

Opening Hours

Kutch Fossil Park is open every day of the week. It opens from 10 am to 12 pm and the evening time is 3 pm to 6 pm.

Entry & Others Fees

There is no entry fee for Kutch Fossil Park. It is free for all the tourists. You can visit this place free of cost.

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How to Reach

By Air: The nearest airport to Kutch Fossil Park is Bhuj airport. It is about 222.4 km away from the city. From the airport, you need to take a taxi or cab to reach the place. Which are easily available at the airport.

By Rail: The best way to go to Kutch Fossil Park by train is to go through Bhuj railway station. Because this is the closest railway station to the place which is situated at a distance of 223 km. You will find taxis and cabs at the station. You have to hire them to reach your destination.

By Road: If you want to go to Kutch, you can also have a wonderful journey. The road construction of Kutch is pretty well and a good number of buses run in the city. You can go there by bus or by vehicle.

Tips for Travellers

You should take a water bottle and take the most important things you needed.

FAQ

Que: Is this place safe to visit?

Ans: Yes, there is no doubt about the safety of the place. Many people come to visit this place every year from all over the world. So, you will meet several kinds of people. That is the reason why you need to be careful. If you face any problem, you can contact the local police. Here is the local police station location. Hope this will help you.

Location: Sarpat Gate Rd, Old Dhatia Falia, Bhuj, Gujarat 370001, India

Google map: https://g.co/kgs/5kGwHP

Que: When is the best time to visit this place?

Ans: Kutch Fossil Park can be visited any time of the year. But the perfect time to visit this place is from October to February. During these months the weather in the city remains pleasant. So, you can enjoy your trip properly. And, it is the best time for sightseeing. So, the tourist should go between these months.