About Moti Baug
Moti Baug is a historic garden and palace complex located in Junagadh, Gujarat. Developed during the Nawabi period of Junagadh State, it served as a royal garden and residence of the Nawabs. Today the area forms part of the Junagadh Agricultural University campus and remains a well-known green space with landscaped gardens, old palace structures and tree-lined avenues near the city centre.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a spacious, tree-lined heritage garden with landscaped lawns, walking paths, and historic palace buildings associated with the former Nawabs of Junagadh. The setting is green and relatively quiet, within the urban area of Junagadh. Visitors can stroll through the garden, view the exterior of heritage structures, observe local flora, and experience a calm environment used by locals for walks and leisure.
Key highlights
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Historic garden developed during the Nawabi era of Junagadh
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Moti Baug Palace structures within the garden complex
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Landscaped lawns and mature tree avenues
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Part of Junagadh Agricultural University campus
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Central location within Junagadh city
History of Moti Baug
Moti Baug was developed as a royal garden and palace complex under the Nawabs of Junagadh State during the 19th to early 20th century. It served as a residence and administrative garden for the Nawabi family. After integration, the palace and garden area was allocated to the Junagadh Agricultural University, preserving its heritage character.
Culture & Context
Moti Baug reflects the garden culture and architectural style of the former Junagadh State and remains a familiar public green space for residents. It is associated with the city's Nawabi heritage and its later role as an educational and horticultural centre.
Route
| By air | The nearest operational airports are Rajkot Airport and Porbandar Airport, both approximately 90-110 km from Junagadh, with road transfer to the city. |
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