Bharuch is one of the major seaport cities in the Indian state of Gujarat. This port city has been popular place for the trade of spice and silk trading between East and West.
Bharuch
Bharuch is one of the major seaport cities in the Indian state of Gujarat. This port city has been popular place for the trade of spice and silk trading between East and West. In history, the city was known by various names like Bharakuccha, Bhrigu Kaksha, Bhroach, and Bhrauch. In the British rule the city was mentioned as Broach. In recent times the city has become one of the major commercial hubs in the state of Gujarat. One can find latest news from Bharuch round the year as a host of activities takes place in this town.
This once small hamlet on the banks of the Narmada River is now one of the major port cities in India. Located in the Gulf of Khambat prospered leap and bounds due to its great trading and transshipment activities. This town of Gujarat was also the center for shipbuilding. As water transport was one of the major means of transportation of goods the city enjoyed a commanding position as one of the major port cities in India.
There are various legends and myths attached to the city. Legend had it that the city was the places for the meditation of the sages. There are several other tales and myths about the city.
Archeological evidences found from excavation suggest this town in Gujarat had been part of the various rulers like Mauryas, the Western Satraps, the Guptas and the Gurjars. The economy of Bharuch depends largely on the industries in this town of Gujarat. The city is replete with various industries like fertilizers, paints, dyes, cotton, textiles, and dairy products.
On their visit to Bharuch the tourist can make a sightseeing tour to various tourist attractions like The Bhrigu Rishi Temple, Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, Madresa Mosque, Jama Masjid, Kabirvad, Bharuch Fort, Golden Bridge and Shuklatirth. So discover this coastal city at your own.
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Ceat may set up a radial tyre plant in Gujarat
- 01 Jan 2008
in Bharuch, about 180 km from here. When contacted, Ceat said a new plant
Torrential rains cause havoc in Gujarat - 01 Jan 2008
killed. Life in Vadodara, Surat, Navsari, Valsad and Bharuch districts has been
Heavy rainfall in Gujarat - 01 Jan 2008
, Navsari, Valsad and Bharuch districts were totally out of gear. About ten
Two suspected held for alleged links with Ahmedabad blasts - 01 Jan 2008
. On Wednesday, the Bharuch District Police had detained ten people, who were
Crime Branch conducts combing operations in Ahmedabad - 01 Jan 2008
." Meanwhile, the Bharuch District Police received a call this morning saying... received in this case were traced to that area. On Wednesday, the Bharuch
Congress declares list of candidates for 1st phase of Gujarat poll - 21 Nov 2007
, Bhavanagar, Bharuch, Narmada, Navsari, Surat, Dangs and Valsad districts on December 11
Two-phase poll schedule announced for Gujarat and Himachal - 11 Oct 2007
Surendranagar, Kutch, Jamnagar, Rajkot, Porbander, Junagadh, Bahvanagar, Bharuch, Navsari
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