Lodhwa

Lodhwa / Lodhva is a town in Junagadh district of Gujarat. It is a historic town once ruled by Jethwas.[1] The population of town is around 57,000.[2] Lodhva is a tourist destination with other places like Sasan Gir, Veraval, Chorvad located within 50 km of it.[2][3] The nearest railway station from Lodhwa are Chachar (20.3 km) and Kodinar (20.8 km). The Somnath is located only 33.4 km away and nearest sea coast is 11.9 km away at Dhamlej.[3]

Coordinates: 23°17′35″N 70°34′12″E / 23.293°N 70.570°E / 23.293; 70.570


References

  1. ↑ Bhanvad & Lodhva : The Kathiani says, wherefore, Kathis, are you going to Lodhva to lose your honour? Doubtless, another Bhan Jethwa has arisen or another hero named Vijo has been found in house of Bhola, The Jethva uproots everyone in battle... Gazetteer of the Bombay Presidency: Káthiáwar, 1884
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