About Bhuvaneshwari Aushadhashram
Bhuvaneshwari Aushadhashram is a historic Ayurvedic pharmacy and herbal institution located in Gondal, Rajkot district, Gujarat. Established in 1910 by Maharaja Bhagwat Sinhji of Gondal, it is among India's oldest Ayurvedic manufacturing centres. The complex includes a pharmacy, herbal garden with medicinal plants, and a small museum displaying traditional equipment. It is notable for its contribution to Ayurveda, preservation of traditional formulations, and association with Gondal's progressive princely heritage.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a functional Ayurvedic pharmacy complex with manufacturing units, a herbal garden containing various medicinal plants, and display areas with traditional Ayurvedic equipment, raw herbs, and finished formulations. The setting is institutional and educational within Gondal town, with guided explanations about Ayurvedic preparation methods, plant identification, and the history of the institution. Areas for walking through the garden and viewing exhibits are accessible to visitors.
Key highlights
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One of India's oldest Ayurvedic pharmacies established in 1910
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Herbal garden with diverse medicinal plants used in Ayurvedic formulations
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Traditional Ayurvedic medicine manufacturing unit still in operation
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Small museum displaying historic equipment, herbs and formulations
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Founded by Maharaja Bhagwat Sinhji of Gondal as part of princely state reforms
History of Bhuvaneshwari Aushadhashram
Established in 1910 by Maharaja Bhagwat Sinhji, ruler of the princely state of Gondal, Bhuvaneshwari Aushadhashram was created to promote and systematize Ayurvedic medicine. It is regarded as one of the earliest organized Ayurvedic pharmacies in India and reflects Gondal state's progressive initiatives in healthcare, education and scientific research during the early 20th century.
Culture & Context
The institution holds cultural significance for its role in preserving and promoting Ayurveda, traditional Indian medicine. It maintains classical formulations, cultivates medicinal plants, and serves as an educational resource on herbal heritage and traditional healing practices associated with Gujarat's princely history.