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periodically got published in the region. Adding to that, some steps and initiatives taken by him, and the belongings & remnants, these all when acknowledged and realized later, post 1947, eventually to acknowledge they were just Nana Sahib, are all a serious subject of learning and retrospection. This account poses re-evaluation of an incomplete task, a structured approach and serious initiative in asking for the state government of
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and in fact real historical accounts must create confusion. However, scholars and historians have agreed and reckoned for the evidences to point to Vijaya having come from western coast. Let alone, locally in the present day
Saurashtra and Gujarat region, there has been a long carrying telltale and story for several hundred years now about a local Prince called Vijaya to reach Sri Lanka with an army of 700, marry and settle there.
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There were some active freedom fighters and volunteers from Sihor during
British rule, and one of them, had he been associated with Nana Sahib is often anticipated to have facilitated Nana Sahib's hideout and his group's safe passage to Sihor during early 60s (1860s), while he would leave Nepal and striving to settle out against British aggression in North India and Kanpur which became evident post 1857.
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Originally a place with historical stepped well, which is now reclaimed and leveled up. There is no 'Vav' now. It had a dedicated section for Yoga and
Library with some rare publications and books on Yoga, Meditation, Spirituality, Indian Philosophy, Ayurveda, Psychology, History, etc. This place has
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Bramhkund. Sihor is basically a village gifted to Bramhins by the rulers. It is believed that in a local war (Dhinganu) many Bramhins were killed. After the war, 'Janoi's of the dead Bramhins were collected and weighted, that was Seven Shers (1 Sher = 500 grams), so say 3.5 kg. In
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Sinhpur and
Sinhalpur are the next to come in picture. Period between Saraswatpur and Sinhpur is not thoroughly referred or documented, and the amount of historical information of this period is in scattered form, to be more precise the period between 5000 BC-3000 BC. Denoting the west coast of India
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However, the presence of Lions in this region (Sihor hills) from olden times to very much till mid of 20th
Century and therefore the gradual social transformation of this piece of civilization into Sinhpur or Sinhalpur may be understandable where the lion is called as 'Sinh' or 'Sinha' in a Sanskrit
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Sihor is a
Chunval village, about twelve miles north of Viramgam, where, in 1825, were the well-marked remains of an old city. The line of walls could be clearly traced, bricks much larger than those now in use were found, and many bracelets and other ornaments were often dug up. Like Kangavati and
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Palitana periodically. However, references, mentions and evidences of Nana Sahib's consistent stay in Sihor have been more dominant and documented in regional records and articles at regular intervals since many decades, for he spent his rest of the life in Sihor, initially as a sage.
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Confusion and issues still must be prevailing in settling Vijaya's origin either to North-East or North-West, a significant hindsight is
Sinhabahu's who established the Kingdom of Sinhapura in Gujarat west coast, he (Sinhabahu) hailed from Eastern part of Indian subcontinent and thus two different
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A medium-sized town drawing a large number of historical and religious places and monuments, many of them religious structures and temples, is something interesting and worth studying; it catches one by surprise. There may be many reasons for this, influenced by sociocultural transitions, various
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By Road, Sihor is connected with all major cities of
Gujarat with some direct routes connecting Bhavnagar, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, and with another access to Saurashtra's coastal route via Bhavnagar and access to Vadodara, Mumbai and South India via Dholera Highway. These routes extend and connect to
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devotion attached among people in the region. However, devotees generally don't miss a chance to undertake this brief pilgrimage anytime during the year. Making this pilgrimage by foot is basically preferred and celebrated since old times, and those who are in hurry take up vehicle to cover it.
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The Navnath Pilgrimage covers some ancient to very ancient Shiva temples of Sihor. These temples are built and/or renovated between 1000 AD - 1600 AD. This pilgrimage is believed to have more significance when undertaken in the month of Shraavan according to Hindu Calendar. There are faith and
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Among the locals, very interesting piece of history referring the remainder, Nana Sahib's life in Sihor, his character, his thoughts and deeds, his subtle nature and identity, his local and general involvement, all these conveyed by those who were close to him directly or indirectly in Sihor,
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Over the time with varying pronunciations and dialects, it has been found corrupting itself as Sinhor - Shihor and finally Sihor. Interesting to note while Sinhpur becomes Sihor in a few thousand years and lions are returning again to the Sihor hills gradually since last couple of decades and
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These different religious places have, in fact, varying and unique aspects to present, not limited to religion or religious rituals. Some places denote major historical events, spiritual significance, archaeological significance, social and cultural landmarks, architecture, community works,
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and after leaving Nepal. Also with the fact Sihor and its people had continuing connections with Mumbai and various parts of now Maharashtra, which in turn seemed to have helped Nana Sahib to keep a regular touch with few his allies down in Mumbai and Maharashtra. This may be seen from the
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variant. Adding to the aesthetics of Sinhpur, King Sinhavarma is equally regarded for the Saraswatpur became Sinhpur. There is one more research task in asking toward bridging Sinhpur and Sinhalpur as both of these names have existed, either concurrently or at different points of time.
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Two immigration events, one that is Sinhabahu coming and settling in Sinhapura, Kathiawar - Gujarat from North Eastern coast of India, and his son from Sinhapura, western coast, settling in Sri Lanka, these two different events, the mixed ancestry has influenced the fact of history.
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Some of these places are famous and significant locally, while a few are significant on a larger scale as well. Many of these places serve as mediums for recreational activities for locals, various social works, educational activities, yoga, workshops and seminars, and civil works.
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district falling under tectonically unstable zone, possibility of a major natural calamity in form of earthquake, tsunami or volcanic eruption can not be ruled out too. And therefore, the relics and old Vedic civilization may have been a matter of disappearance especially when the
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There is direct connection from Sihor to Bhavnagar, Rajkot, Junagadh, Jamnagar, Somnath, Okha, Dwarka, Palitana, Botad, Mahuva, Ahmedabad, Surendranagar, Surat, Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur, Kakinada, Kochuveli and many intermediate stations. The line has been converted into
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Presently, there is a house signified to Nana Sahib in old town of Sihor, remnants and materials, an old tomb as a tribute to him by the locals, a few existing connections/references and recently a recreational park named after Nana Sahib Peshwa in Sihor.
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The following places and temples fall on the way or off the track in Navnath Yatra. Some are close and a few are distant from the Navnath route. Depending on the capacity and convenience, many devotees still pay a visit to following.
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era, exploration, survey and excavations targeting the submerged city of Vallabhi which has been critically responsible for Aryan Colonization across the continent with significance of Buddhism and Jainism during that period.
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As a popular approach for local and regional transport, people prefer road over rail as the mode of transportation to reach the town quickly. Private public transport is also available frequently to access nearby centers.
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been named as 'Dada Vav' after Prince Dadbha Gohil. The 'Dada Ni Vav' remained a unique center of yoga and spiritual activities during the tenure of Swami U. N. Darshandasji, who was a scholar and very knowledgeable
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Peshwa made Sihor his home for rest of his life, post 1857 revolt carries greater attention, Prince Vijaya is another distinct figure from Vedic Period or Iron Age who introduced Buddhism to Sri Lanka.
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on this region can be mapped through further archaeological explorations and insights, and, processing existing archaeological and geological data of Sihor region along with a prime focus on study of
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Mukteshwar Mandir is a nice temple complex covering large area with garden, lawns, children play area, recreational facilities. Mukteshwar Mahadev sits just opposite Surka Gate and Bhootnath Mahadev.
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Sihor hosts few notable rulers and many individuals from different sections of governance, society, industry, religion, art, literature, education, and social reforms. However, the revolutionary
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A critical fact and secret remains intact, that is Nana Sahib's remnants in Sihor. Undocumented material also suggests Nana Sahib would keep changing his location between Sihor and interior
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Regionally, Sihor is all-time famous and known for its hills, their rock pattern, Gautameshwar Mahadev & Lake, Sihor's Festivals, Navnath Pilgrimage (Navnath Yatra) of Shiva Temples,
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where the rulers were following Vedas and Hinduism but these philosophies co-existed and rather flourished, to the extent, to cross the shores and borders across Indian sub-continent.
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in Lanka. This thriving, periodically accomplished research and ancient, popular story is often termed as "Lanka Ni Laadi Ne Ghogha No Var" meaning "Bride of Lanka and the Groom from
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Patan, Sihor is, about 300 years ago, said to have been overwhelmed in a storm of dust and sand from the Rann of Kutch. A ruined temple of a Mata bears the date Samvat 1625 (1569).
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As per the records of Sihor history, Nana Sahib died in 1909 in Sihor, but curiosity, facts and revelations had started emerging peculiarly post 1947 across the region (Sihor) and
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remembrance of that Balidan by Bramhins, a hill was named Saat Sheri and a small monument was built there. Many 'Palia's (sacrifice-stone) can be seen near Bramhkund even today.
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Mata Temple and the Sihori Mata Temple – which offers a panoramic view over Gautameshwar Lake and the whole town. The old fort of Sihor with its wall art is worth a visit.
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Sihor is connected to major parts of Saurashtra, Ahmedabad, Mumbai and rest of India by rail. As a Railway Junction in Bhavnagar Division, Sihor got the first rail access (
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Rajputs, surrounded by hills is situated about 20 km from Bhavnagar. It becomes Sihor by corrupting its name from Saraswatpur, Sinhalpur, Sinhpur, Sinhor, and Shihor.
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dynasty (till 8th century). Geologists are of opinion that rocks and the pattern of Sihor hills are unique and the age of this region would be older than that of
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the name of Saraswatpur should have been bestowed upon by those responsible. There are references of Saraswatpur in Purana, its references and references of lord
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Periodic excavations and findings, along with few existing ruins and monuments, already ask for thorough validation of their age. Eventually a large portion of
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At least 20 prominent Hill ranges surrounding Sihor, locally called as "Dungar" each (entire range which boast of flora, fauna, herbs, minerals and metals.)
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Hills from Old Sihor (Hills), the trek overlapped and covered now, although its idea and view of Shatrunjaya Hills can be had during clear weather
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with its significance as Sinhapur, it should be the period post 6th century, the name Sinhapur would have transformed into Shihor / Sihor.
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in 543BC, the kingdom and dominance of Sinhapur need a greater attention. Its significance and mentions come out evident since early
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Gazetteer of the Bombay Presidency: Ahmedabad (Public Domain text)
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1512:"Sihor City Population Census 2011"
1153:Secret Tunneled Trek from Sihor to
928:Sihor is a railway junction.(SOJN)
1500:Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Sihor
1437:Sihor, Gohilwad Capital, Bhavnagar
1385:Saagwadi (Agriculture & Farms)
1080:Monghiba and Koyaram Bapu Ni Jagya
211:Saraswatpur, Sinhpur, Chhote Kashi
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1194:The Standard Navnath itinerary
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1457:Sankalia, Hasmukh Dhirajlal
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980:Gautameshwar Mahadev Temple
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1089:Darbargarh & Paintings
498:Hasmukh Dhirajlal Sankalia
451:, 'Sihori Rajwadi Penda' (
242:Location in Gujarat, India
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1290:(near patel farm Society)
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1148:Indian Rebellion of 1857
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16:For Biblical Sihor, see
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1388:Rokadiya Hanuman Mandir
1100:(Pre-historic monument)
937:Bhavnagar State Railway
879:21.425277°N 71.573604°E
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331:60 m (200 ft)
1465:. Pune: Deccan College
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1002:Jayasimha Siddharaja
884:21.425277; 71.573604
860:Sihor is located at
735:Vijaya the Conqueror
619:Transition and quest
398:Vehicle registration
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1514:. Census 2011 India
1418:Notable individuals
1318:Panchmukha Mahadev
1312:Monghibha Ni Jagya
1306:Pragatnath Mahadev
1300:Mukteshwar Mahadev
1294:Amareshwar Mahadev
1282:Vishwanath Mahadev
1278:(very ancient site)
1020:Sihori Mata Mandir
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814:Saurashtra (region)
770:Vijaya of Sri Lanka
686:Vijaya of Sri Lanka
590:Gautameshwar Temple
530:, while the suffix
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1561:Bhavnagar district
1337:Mahalakshmi Temple
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630:Indus Civilization
427:Bhavnagar district
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1247:Bhimnath Mahadev
1241:Dharnath Mahadev
1217:Bhavnath Mahadev
1211:Sukhnath Mahadev
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