Gujarat is the 6th largest state in India, located in the western part of India with a coastline of 1,600 km (longest in India). It is 9th most popular tourist regions in the country and was visited by 54.4 million domestic and international tourists in 2018.Gujarat offers scenic beauty from Great Rann of Kutch to the hills of Saputara. Gujarat is the one and only place to view pure Asiatic lions in the world.Within Gujarat there are a wide variety of historic forts, palaces, mosques, temples, and places of historical importance in India's struggle for independence. Many of these palaces and forts have been converted into heritage hotels to keep tourists close to the vibrant history of Gujarat.Gujarat is well known for its rich culture.