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'''Jamnagar''' ({{audio|Jamnagar.ogg|pronunciation}}) is a city located on the western coast of [[India]] in the state of [[Gujarat]] of [[Saurashtra (region)|Saurashtra region]]. It is the administrative headquarters of the [[Jamnagar district]] and the fifth largest city in Gujarat. The city lies just to the south of the [[Gulf of Kutch]], some {{convert|337|km}} west of the state capital, [[Gandhinagar]].

India's largest private company, [[Reliance Industries]], has established the world's largest [[Jamnagar Refinery|Oil Refining and Petrochemicals Complex]] in Jamnagar district.<ref>{{cite web |title=Jamnagar: Reliance Industries Limited |url=http://www.ril.com/html/aboutus/manufact_jamnagar.html |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081024225136/http://www.ril.com/html/aboutus/manufact_jamnagar.html |archive-date=24 October 2008 |access-date=30 October 2008}}</ref>  

[[File:Ranjitsinhji.jpg|thumb|upright|Maharaja Jamsaheb Shri of Nawanagar]]

[[File:Flag of Nawanagar.png|thumb|Flag of the Princely State of [[Nawanagar State|Nawanagar]]]]

Nawanagar was founded by [[Jam Rawal]] in 1540 as the capital of the eponymous [[princely state]].<ref>{{cite book |author1=Crill |first=Rosemary |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=ongF6dkNKAcC |title=The Indian Portrait, 1560–1860 |last2=Jariwala |first2=Kapil |publisher=Mapin Publishing Pvt Ltd |year=2010 |isbn=978-81-89995-37-9 |page=88 |language=en |via=Google Books}}</ref> Jamnagar, historically known as Nawanagar (the new town), was one of the most important and the largest princely states of the [[Jadeja]]s in the [[Saurashtra (region)|Saurashtra region]].vIt was a thirteen-gun salute state.

According to historical records, [[Bahadur Shah of Gujarat|Bahadur Shah]], [[Sultan]] of [[Gujarat]] bestowed upon Jam Lakhaji twelve villages in recognition of his role in the siege of [[Pawagadh]]. Shortly after he took possession of the villages, Jam Lakhaji was killed by his cousins, Tamachi Deda and Jam Hamir Jadeja. His son, Jam Rawal, murdered his father's killers and became ruler of [[Kutch State|Kutch]]. The [[Kutch State|State of Kutch]] was semi-independent from the [[Gujarat Sultanate]].

Hamirji's sons, [[Khengarji]] and Sahibji, served the Sultan of Gujarat. During a hunt, the brothers saved the Sultan from being killed by a [[Asiatic lion|lion]]. As a reward for their valour, the Sultan sent an army with them to regain their kingdom. Jam Rawal prepared for battle after hearing that the two princes were returning to Kutch with the imperial army.

Goddess Ashapuraji, the supreme deity of the Jadeja Clan of [[Rajputs]], appeared to Jam Rawal in a dream. She told him that although he had broken an oath taken in her name not to kill Hamirji, she had refrained from punishing him because he had previously honoured her. She said that Jam Rawal was no longer to dwell in Kutch.

As Jam Rawal and his entourage marched out of Kutch, they attacked and killed Tamachi Deda, the main conspirator in the murder of Jam Lakhaji. Jam Rawal also conquered the town of Amran and its dependencies, bestowing the rule of Dhrol province on his younger brother Hardholji. Hardholji died in battle at Mithoi near Khambhalia, passing the throne to his eldest son Jasoji. Jam Rawal conquered parts of Saurashtra and formed his kingdom with 999 villages named [[Halar]].

While on a hunting trip in present-day Jamnagar, Jam Rawal's hunting dogs were scared by a hare brave enough to turn on them. Jam Rawal thought that if this land could breed such hares, the men born here would be superior to other men. As a result, he made this place his capital.

On the seventh day of the bright half of the month of [[Shrawan (Nepali calendar)|Shrawan]], [[Vikram Samvat|V.S.]]1956 (August 1540) on the banks of the [[Rangmati River|Rangmati]] and [[Nagmati River|Nagmati]] rivers, Jam Rawal laid the foundation of his new capital and named it Nawanagar (new town). After a few centuries, its name changed to Jamnagar or the Town of the JAMs.

In 1807, Nawanagar became a princely state under the British Raj. The first ruler of the state was Maharaja Ranjit Singhji, who was known for his progressive policies and efforts to modernize the state. He built many schools, hospitals, and other public facilities and introduced a number of reforms to improve the lives of his subjects. <ref>{{cite web | url=https://newg.in/history/history-of-jamnagar | title=History of Jamnagar | date=14 May 2023 }}</ref>

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The highest recorded temperature in Jamnagar was {{convert|47|C|1}} on 5 May 1990, while the lowest recorded temperature was {{convert|1|C|1}} on 5 February 1984.<ref name="Voodoo Skies">{{cite web |title=Jamnagar, India |url=http://voodooskies.com/weather/india/jamnagar |publisher=Voodoo Skies |access-date=5 January 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150511092655/http://voodooskies.com/weather/india/jamnagar |archive-date=11 May 2015 |url-status=dead }}</ref>

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| Jan record high C = 36

| Feb record high C = 38

| Mar record high C = 44

| Apr record high C = 45

| May record high C = 47

| Jun record high C = 46

| Jul record high C = 40

| Aug record high C = 39

| Sep record high C = 41

| Oct record high C = 43

| Nov record high C = 40

| Dec record high C = 38

== Demographics ==

According to the 2011 Indian [[census]], Jamnagar's population was 479,920, with an urban agglomeration of 600,943. Jamnagar has an average literacy rate of 82.14%, higher than the national average of 74.04%. Its male literacy rate is 86.90%, and its female literacy rate is 77.05%. In Jamnagar, 10% of the population is under six years of age. Males constitute 53% of the population and females 47%. The urban development authority of Jamnagar is Jamnagar Area Development Authority (JADA).

Most residents of Jamnagar are Gujarati and speak the [[Gujarati language]]. A small portion of the population speaks the [[Kutchi language]], which is written in the [[Gujarati script]] but not mutually intelligible with Gujarati. The Kathiawadi language, a colloquial [[dialect]] of Gujarati, is widely used for day-to-day communication.

== Economy ==

[[File:Bandhej.JPG|thumb|Bandhej cloth]]

The local population has given up its ancestral fishing businesses and has adopted different jobs created by industrialization and the arrival of several giant companies. Approximately 10% of the city's population earns their income by producing and exporting traditional [[Bandhani]] cloth. Digjam runs a composite mill manufacturing worsted fabrics at Jamnagar. It has been a notable player in the worsted textile industry in India.  

Jamnagar was formerly known as the Brass City because it houses more than 5,000 large-scale and 10,000 small-scale workshops that manufacture brass items. Most workshops are in and around the industrial estates of Shankar Tekri, GIDC Phase-III, M P Shah Udhyognagar, and Dared GIDC-II Industrial estate. The workshops make brass parts and extruded rods for export. Jamnagar is the largest producer of brass items in India.

Jamnagar is known as the World's Oil City because it is home to the world's biggest [[oil refinery|oil refineries]]. The [[Jamnagar Refinery]] is a private-sector crude oil refinery owned by [[Reliance Industries]] Limited. The refinery was commissioned on 14 July 1999 and is the largest refinery in the world.<ref>{{cite journal |title=Jamnagar gets ready to make its mark |journal=Petroleum Intelligence Weekly}}</ref> [[Nayara Energy]] owns [[Vadinar refinery|Vadinar Refinery]]. India's second-largest single-site refinery is at Vadinar, Gujarat.

Jamnagar has base stations for the [[Indian Air Force]], the [[Indian Army]], and the [[Indian Navy]]. The city has a strategic location close to Pakistan. It also has sizable reserves of [[bauxite]], with its mines contributing 95% of the total production in the state.<ref name="JMC" />

Development of Jamnagar’s Special Economic Zone (SEZ): The Government of Gujarat, in collaboration with various stakeholders, is actively developing a Special Economic Zone in Jamnagar. This SEZ aims to create a business-friendly ecosystem, attract both domestic and foreign investments, and promote exports. The development of the SEZ is poised to diversify Jamnagar’s industrial landscape, strengthen its economic resilience, and provide a significant boost to the city’s GDP.

Infrastructure Projects: Jamnagar is also witnessing several infrastructure projects that will enhance connectivity and facilitate trade and commerce. These projects include the construction of new highways, the expansion of the local airport, and the development of modern logistics and warehousing facilities. Improved infrastructure will attract more businesses, spur industrial growth, and bolster Jamnagar’s GDP.

Focus on Renewable Energy: In line with the global shift towards sustainability, Jamnagar is actively exploring renewable energy options. The city has great potential for harnessing solar and wind energy due to its geographical location and favorable climatic conditions. Investments in renewable energy projects will not only contribute to a greener future but also generate employment opportunities and diversify the city’s economic base.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://newg.in/industry/jamnagar-industry/jamnagars-gdp-in-2023-and-future-projects-a-booming-economy-with-promising-prospects | title=Jamnagar's GDP in 2023 and Future Projects: A Booming Economy with Promising Prospects | date=21 May 2023 }}</ref>

=== Religion ===

Jamnagar has several temples, such as Sidhnath Mahadev Temple, Badri Kedar Nath, Nilkanth Mahadev Temple, and Bhid Bhanjan Mahadev Temple near the Town Hall and the Kashi Vishwanath Temple on the K.V. Road. It is also well known for its four marble Jain temples: Vardhman Shah's Temple, Raisi Shah's Temple, Sheth's Temple, and Vasupujya Swami's Temple. All of these temples date to between 1574 and 1622. There are more than 30 [[Jain Temple]]s in Jamnagar.  

The Bala [[Hanuman]] Temple on the southeastern side of Ranmai Lake is known for the continuous chanting of the [[mantra]] "Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram". Starting on 1 August 1964, this chant continues for 24 hours a day, earning the temple a place in the [[Guinness Book of World Records]].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Balakrishna |first=VN |date=2009-07-31 |title=Non-Stop Ram Dhun completes 45 years in Jamnagar |work=Desh Gujarat |url=https://www.deshgujarat.com/2009/07/31/non-stop-ram-dhun-completes-45-years-in-jamnagar/ |access-date=2022-04-04}}</ref> Thousands of devotees visit the temple every year. Bholeshwar Mahadev Temple holds a fair every year on Shravani Amas. During the holy month of Shravana, there are Hindu fairs on the dried river banks near Bohra Hajira.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Bohra Hajira, Jamnagar - Timings, History, Pooja & Aarti schedule |url=https://www.trawell.in/gujarat/jamnagar/bohra-hajira |access-date=2022-11-12 |website=Trawell.in}}</ref>

[[File:DHAVAL0390.jpg|thumb|upright|Bholeshwar Mahadev]]

[[Bholeshwar Mahadev Temple]] is approximately {{Convert|2|km|mi}} away from the village murali of Tehsil Lalpur. The temple is on the bank of the [[Dhandhar River]].

[[Bhujio Kotho]] is on the bank of [[Lakhota Lake]], near Khambhaliya Gate. This five-storey monument protected the city during invasions. On the first floor, there were guns placed in each direction. The walls have holes for rifles. The upper floor has awater tank with a dancing peacock on its peak. In an [[2001 Gujarat earthquake|earthquake in 2001]] Bhujio Kotho partially collapsed.

==== Bohra Hajira ====

==== Darbargadh ====

[[Jamnagar Trimandir]] is a two-storey structure with a large hall on the ground floor and a temple on the first floor.<ref>{{Cite web |last=bhagwan |first=dada |title=List of Trimandir's {{!}} Trimandir {{!}} Non-Sectarian Temple {{!}} Spiritual Temples |url=https://www.dadabhagwan.org/about/trimandir/list-of-trimandirs/ |access-date=2022-11-11 |website=www.dadabhagwan.org |language=en}}</ref>

==== Khambhaliya Gate ====

Wazir Meraman Khawa built [[Khambhaliya Gate]] in the 17th century.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Khambhaliya Gate {{!}} , India {{!}} Attractions |url=https://www.lonelyplanet.com/india/gujarat/jamnagar/attractions/khambhaliya-gate/a/poi-sig/1556042/356252 |access-date=2022-11-12 |website=www.lonelyplanet.com |language=en}}</ref> It is one of two remaining city gates from that period.<ref name=":1" />

[[File:Lakhota_Museum.JPG|thumb|Lakhota Palace]]

[[Mota Ashapura Maa Temple]] is located in the east part of Jamnagar where the entrance gate leads into the old city area. The Jadeja clan built the temple for its patron goddess, (Kuldevi).

[[File:Pratap_Vilas_Palace.jpg|thumb|Pratap Vilas Palace]]

[[File:Saifee_Tower_Jamnagar2_-_panoramio.jpg|thumb|Saifee Tower]]

[[File:Jamnagar Jain Temple - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Shantinath Mandir]]

[[File:Jamnagar Solarium - Indian Review 1936 - 37-3.jpg|thumb|Solarium ]]

[[Shri Navtanpuri Dham]] was founded by Nijanand Swami Shri Devchandreji in 1630. Previously this holy place was a garden. According to Pranami Vitak-tradition, Shri Devchandraji entered the garden and used a Khijda tree twig to clean his teeth. He then broke the twig into two pieces that he planted into the ground. Over time, the twigs grew into two trees that are still attached to the shrine. Due to this legend, the temple is also called Khijada Mandir.<ref>{{cite web |title=Home |url=http://www.krishnapranami.org/ |website=krishnapranami.org}}</ref>

[[Pratap Vilas Palace]], built during the rule of His Royal Highness [[Ranjitsinhji]], features European architectural style with Indian carvings. It is an imitation of the [[Victoria Memorial Building in Calcutta]], but its domes are in the tradition of Indian architecture. Three of the domes are glass. The palace's columns feature carvings of creepers, flowers, leaves, birds, and animals. The [[2001 Gujarat earthquake|2001 earthquake]] caused a costly loss of some damage to its parapets and the separation of some upper walls at the roof level in some corners.  

The [[Shantinath Mandir]] is southwest of Bedi Gate in Jamnagar. The temple has intricate carvings and walls adorned with murals depicting the lives of Jain saints. The floor is made of marble and decorated with distinctive Jain patterns in yellow, black, white, and red. [[Shantinatha]], a 16th [[Tirthankara]] in Jainism, is the temple's namesake.

==== Solarium ====

Also known as the [[Ranjit Institute of Poly-Radio Therapy]], the Solarium was designed by French architect [[Jean Saidman]] for [[Jam Shri Ranjitsinhji]]. This slowly revolving tower provided full daylong sunlight to treat skin diseases. With the destruction of two similar solaria in France during [[World War II]], this is probably now the only one of its kind in the world, certainly in Asia. Because of advancements in medicine and treatment, it is now obsolete and not in working condition.

==== Vardhman Shah's Temple ====

[[Vardhman Shah's Temple]] is one of the main Jain temples in Jamnagar. Its shrine is dedicated to Adinathji, the first Tirthankara of Jainism.<ref name="jainsite.com">{{Cite web |title=Jain Temple In Jamnagar – The Jainsite World's Largest Jain Website |url=https://jainsite.com/categories/jain-temple-in-jamnagar/ |access-date=2022-11-11 |website=jainsite.com}}</ref> Its construction started in 1612, during the reign of Jam Jasaji I, and was completed in 1620. In 1622, devotees built 52 small deri or temples around the main building

==== Willingdon Crescent ====

[[Willingdon Crescent]] was constructed by Ranjit Singh to replace a slum area.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Willingdon Crescent |url=https://www.gujarattourism.com/saurashtra/jamnagar/willingdon-crescent.html |access-date=2022-11-12 |website=gujrattourism |language=en}}</ref> Inspired by Singh's European travels, it is an arcade of cusped arches, bigger on the ground floor and smaller on the upper storey. It has pilasters on the curving walls and balusters on the parapet. There is a statue of Jam Saheb in the center of the crescent. The [[2001 Gujarat earthquake]] caused slight damage to this shopping area.

== Sports ==

The municipal corporation built the sports complex with a swimming pool, badminton court, and other facilities. There is also an 80-year-old sports club, [[Summair Sports Club]], built by the erstwhile rulers of Jamnagar. It has a swimming pool, tennis, squash, and badminton courts, a billiard hall, a table tennis facility, and a hotel.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Home - Summair Sports Club Jamnagar India |url=http://summairsportsclub.org/ |access-date=2022-11-11 |website=summairsportsclub.org}}</ref>

=== Museums ===

The Kotha Bastion museum contains sculptures, coins, inscriptions, copper plates, and the skeleton of a whale. The museum also has an old well where water is drawn by blowing into a small hole in the floor.

The Lakhota Museum is in the former Lakhota Palace. This small museum has a collection of sculptures from the 9th to the 18th centuries, antique weapons, and pottery found in medieval villages from the surrounding area.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Lakhota Palace & Museum Jamnagar, Gujarat |url=https://www.tourmyindia.com/states/gujarat/lakhota-palace-and-museum.html |access-date=2022-11-12 |website=www.tourmyindia.com}}</ref>

[[File:Jam Ranjitsinhji Park.jpg|thumb|Main Gate of Jam Ranjitsinhji Park.]]

==== Bhuchar Mori Shahid Van ====

[[Bhuchar Mori Shahid Van]] is a plateau and historic site about {{Convert|2|km|mi}} northwest of Dhrol in the Jamnagar district. The place is known for the [[Battle of Bhuchar Mori]]. It has a memorial site and park with a large garden, a play area for children, a small artificial climbing mountain, and a hut-like structure for picnics. The site has a memorial stone to Ajaji, a horse-mounted idol. There are wall sculptures representing the war fought between the army of [[Kathiawar]] ([[Nawanagar State]]) and the [[Mughal Empire|Mughal]] army in July 1591.  

==== Gulab Kunvarbaa Udhyan ====

[[Gulab Kunvarbaa Udhyan]] is a botanical garden across from the palace ground.

==== Jam Ranjitsinhji Park ====

The Municipal Corporation of Jamnagar has recently developed [[Jam Ranjitsinhji Park]] near [[Ranjit Sagar Dam]]. The park has a garden with colourful fountains. There are also rides for children.  

==== Marine National Park ====

[[Marine National Park, Gulf of Kutch|Marine National Park]] on the [[Gulf of Kutch]] is India's first marine sanctuary.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Jamnagar, the Unique Coral Walking Area |url=http://www.jamnagar.org/mnp.htm |access-date=2022-11-12 |website=www.jamnagar.org}}</ref> Located about {{convert|7|km}} from the city centre, the park includes an archipelago of 42 islands noted for their coral reefs and mangroves. The area attracts birds, dolphins, finless porpoises, sea turtles, and tropical fish.

==== Sardar Patel Amusement Park ====

[[Sardar Patel Amusement Park]] was developed by Jamnagar Municipal Corporation(JMC). Its biggest attractions are a musical dancing fountain, a rain dance fountain for children, a dance hall for youths, a hall for Yoga, and a small auditorium. It also has a variety of rides, garden spaces, and a game arcade zone.

==== Sonapuri ====

Sonapuri or Cremation Park is a crematorium located {{Convert|3|km|mi}} from the city centre. Surrounded by a park, the building has statues and murals depicting the story of Ramayana and various gods, goddesses, and saints. Near the pyres, the installation "Sansar Chakra" illustrates the stages of life.

Jamnagar has many private and government-granted schools, including [[Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya]]; [[Podar International School]]; [[St. Xavier's High School, Jamnagar]]; [[Shree Shastri Tryambakram High school|Shree Shastri Tryambakram High School]]; [[Shri D.C.C. Vividh Lakshi High School]]; [[St. Ann's High School]]; [[St. Mary's High School, Jamnagar|and St. Mary's High School, Jamnagar]]; [[ S.B. Sharma World School ]] [[ Delhi Public School,Jamnagar]] .<ref>{{Cite web |title=Best CBSE Schools in Jamnagar, Gujarat |url=https://www.podareducation.org/jamnagar/ |access-date=2022-11-11 |website=Podar International School}}</ref>

Engineering colleges in the city include [[Kalyan Polytechnic Institute]], [[Krishna Institute of Engineering Technology]], and [[Shree Kankeshwari Deviji Institute of Technology]]. Jamnagar also has dental and health colleges, including [[M. P. Shah Medical College]] and [[Gujarat Ayurved University]], [[Indian Institute of Ayurved Pharmaceutical Sciences]], [[Shree Gulabkunverba Ayurved Mahavidyalaya]], and the [[Government Dental College & Hospital, Jamnagar|Government Dental College & Hospital Jamnagar]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Gujarat Ayurved University |url=https://ayurveduniversity.edu.in/ |access-date=2022-11-11 |website=ayurveduniversity.edu.in}}</ref> There are several colleges for arts, commerce, and science.

[[Dhanvantri Mandir]] was built under the supervision of Dr. Pranjivan Manekchand Mehta, chief medical officer of [[Guru Gobind Singh Hospital|Guru Govindsingh Hospital]]. After independence, it gained the status of Ayurveda University. It has a library and workshops and has been a place for research and international seminars on Ayurveda, an ancient Indian medicinal system.

There are many private bus service providers with coaches running between Jamnagar and [[Bhuj]], [[Ahmedabad]], [[Surat]], [[Vadodara]], [[Mumbai]], [[Pune]], and other major cities. [[Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation|State Transport]] has bus services to almost all cities of Gujarat State and interstate transport facilities. The [[Jamnagar Municipal Corporation]] runs local buses. Also, [[Ola Cabs]] and auto rickshaws are available.[[File:Jamnagar Railway Station Platform 1 - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Jamnagar Railway Station platform ]]

Jamnagar has a [[Jamnagar railway station|railway station]] connected with a variety of India's destinations.<ref>{{cite web |date=6 August 2010 |title=Jamnagar/JAM Railway Station – Today's Train Departure Timings – India Rail Info – A Busy Junction for Travellers & Rail Enthusiasts |url=http://indiarailinfo.com/departures/1662 |access-date=22 June 2012 |publisher=India Rail Info}}</ref> Four daily trains go to [[Mumbai]] and weekly trains to the major cities to the north, east, and south of the country.

The city has an [[Jamnagar Airport|airport]] with a daily direct flight to [[Mumbai]] and thrice-in-a-week flights to [[Hyderabad]] and [[Bengaluru]]. The airport is within a military enclave of the [[Indian Air Force]].

The [[Sikka Thermal Power Station]] is a coal-fired power station near Jamnagar. Various cable operators like GTPL are available in the city, along with DTH services from [[Tata Play]], Airtel, DishTV, and Videocon D2H. [[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited]] (BSNL) provides broadband. Reliance has started its 4G service, [[Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd|Reliance Jio]]. All mobile operators are available in Jamnagar, including [[Vi]], [[Bharti Airtel|Airtel]],  [[Reliance Communications|Reliance]], BSNL.

Daily local and national newspapers are available in Jamnagar in multiple languages, including ''[[The Times of India]]'', [[The Economic Times|''Economic Times'']], ''[[Indian Express]]'', and ''[[Business Standard]]''. Local newspapers published in [[Gujarati language|Gujarati]] include ''[[Aajkaal]], Bhoomi, [[Jamnagar Bhaskar]], [[Khabar Gujarat]], [[Lokmat|Lokwat]],'' and ''[[Nobat]]. [[The Princely State]]'' is the local English language newspaper.

[[File:Ranjitsinh.jpeg|thumb|upright|Ranjitsinhji]]

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