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Lakhpat Fort was once a prosperous port for a short period in the 18th century, and a deserted fort. Lakhpat was built by Fateh Mohammed, a military commander to the ruler of Kutch.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Lakhpat Fort is about a 3-hour drive from Bhuj to Lakhpat<\/strong>. On the way there from Bhuj, the road is relatively quiet, with villages on both sides of the road, and many herbs crossing the road.\u00a0The fort accommodated three religions, namely Hindu, Islam, and Sikh.\u00a0The Sikh temple and tomb of Pir Ghaus Muhammad<\/strong> welcomed pilgrims today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the far edge of India’s Arabian Sea, only 30km to the border with Pakistan, ships arrived from Sindh, East Africa, and other ports of India. Goods, like timber, textiles, and ghee, were unloaded in Katha Varo Gate. They were transported to the Custom House through Bibidullah Gate, which was guarded by two soldiers. Katha Varo Gate is no longer accessible nowadays.\u00a0The remarkably high-rise arch of the main gate was built for camel caravans.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The earthquake that occurred in 1819 changed the flow of the Indus River and brought about the fall of Lakhpat. A vast marshland is seen beyond the fort walls and guarded by border police today.\u00a0The fort is a stretch of 7 km. Your driver will take you by car to the places of interest.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pir Ghaus Muahmmed’s Shrine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pir Ghaus Muhammad’s shrine stood<\/strong> out in the vast emptiness of the <\/strong>land. Pir Ghaus Muhammed was a Sufi saint and Syed, who observed both Hinduism and Islam. The caretaker of the shrine passes down for generations. The tomb’s door is painted in bright blue, and the motifs on the wall are of fine craftsmanship.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Gurudwara Sahib<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lakhpat Gurudwara Sahib was built in the 19th century to commemorate Guru Nanak. He visited Lakhpat before embarking on his second and fourth journeys to Mecca. His relics consist of a pair of wooden sandals and a palkhi, which are protected in a glass box.\u00a0Gurudwara offers food and accommodation to visitors.\u00a0\u00a0We end our tour with a simple lunch here.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n

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Lakhpat’s Abandoned Town<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The town where merchants’ houses, the Custom House, and shops are located is soulless. Buildings are in a deteriorating condition. Traders paid duties in the Custom House before uploading to the camel caravans. The caravans stayed next to the Custom House. The square in front of the Custom House was a bazaar for a period. The last standing of one of the largest merchants’ houses is a ruin now. You can walk into the house courtyard through the main door. Just imagine the wealth of this owner.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Continue your trip from Lakhpat <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Jakhau <\/a><\/strong>was once a port and is now a fishing village.
Mandvi <\/a><\/strong>was a summer destination for the Kutch royals. It’s known for the beach. It was a thriving port from the 18th to 19th centuries. Must visit Durgapur <\/a><\/strong>for its temples and merchants’ houses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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