PORBANDAR

By Air - Porbandar has a new terminal building built by the Airport Authority of India and there are daily flights to Mumbai from the Porbandar airport.

By Train - Porbandar has a railway station and the city is well connected by rail to all the major cities of the state and country. There are trains to Okha, Rajkot, Mumbai and Bhanwad daily.

By Road - Porbandar city is connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad through the National Highway 8B and is connected to the cities of Dwarka and Jamnagar in the north and Bhavnagar and Verval in South through the NH 8 Extension.

By Bus - Tourists can easily find different kinds of buses travelling to and from Porbandar. Some of the major ones include Non AC buses, AC Seater cum Sleeper buses, non AC Seater cum Sleeper buses and non AC or AC Sleeper buses.

Local Transport - The responsibility of handling the city’s local transportation is managed by city buses which are run by a private company named Kargil Parivahn. Auto Rickshaw is another common means of transport which connect to different corners of the city. Tourists can also find private taxis and city buses operating from Sudama Chowk which is one of the chief points of the city.

Porbandar, a coastal city in Gujarat, India, is known for its rich culinary heritage. Here are some famous traditional dishes and places to eat in Porbandar:

1. Dhokla:

   - Specialty: Dhokla is a steamed savory cake made from fermented rice and chickpea flour, garnished with mustard seeds and curry leaves.

   - Where to Try: Visit local eateries and street vendors for freshly made dhokla.

2. Khaman:

   - Specialty: Khaman is a soft, spongy snack made from gram flour and flavored with spices and tempering.

   - Where to Try: Explore local snack stalls and small restaurants for khaman.

3. Jalebi:

   - Specialty: Jalebi is a popular sweet treat made from deep-fried flour batter soaked in sugar syrup.

   - Where to Try: Local sweet shops in Porbandar offer delicious jalebi.

4. Fafda:

   - Specialty: Fafda is a crispy snack made from gram flour, typically served with spicy chutney.

   - Where to Try: Look for fafda stalls and snack shops in the city.

5. The Blue Coriander Restaurant:

   - Specialty: This restaurant offers a mix of Indian and Chinese cuisine with a focus on seafood dishes.

   - Where to Try: The Blue Coriander is a popular dining spot in Porbandar.

6. Patra:

   - Specialty: Patra is a snack made from colocasia leaves smeared with a spiced gram flour paste, rolled, steamed, sliced, and then shallow-fried.

   - Where to Try: Look for patra at local vegetarian restaurants.

7. Khichu:

   - Specialty: Khichu is a soft, dough-like snack made from rice flour and flavored with spices and oil.

   - Where to Try: Street vendors often sell khichu in the evenings.

8. Gathiya:

   - Specialty: Gathiya is a crunchy snack made from gram flour, often enjoyed with tea or chutney.

   - Where to Try: Local snack shops and markets offer gathiya.

9. Chorafali:

   - Specialty: Chorafali is a crispy, deep-fried snack made from gram flour and spices.

   - Where to Try: You can find chorafali at snack stalls and stores.

10. Dabeli:

    - Specialty: Dabeli is a popular street food consisting of a spicy potato filling in a bun, garnished with chutneys and sev.

    - Where to Try: Look for street vendors selling dabeli in Porbandar.

11. Gujarati Thali:

    - Specialty: A Gujarati thali is a traditional meal featuring a variety of dishes like dal, sabzi (vegetables), roti, rice, and sweets.

    - Where to Try: Visit local restaurants that offer Gujarati thalis for a complete dining experience.

Porbandar's cuisine is a delightful blend of flavors, featuring both savory and sweet dishes influenced by Gujarati culinary traditions. Whether you're exploring street food or dining at local restaurants, you'll find a wide array of delicious options to savor in this coastal city.