Ankleshwar

Ankleshwar is a small yet popular city located close to Bharuch. It is the well planned industrial city which houses about 1000 chemical industries. In the early 70’s the government of Gujarat established “Ankleshwar Industrial Estate” in a vast area of over 1600 hectares that greatly boosted the industrial establishment and development here. Wide varieties of industries ranging from petroleum, textile, pharmaceuticals, engineering and much more industries are located in its vicinity. It is a treat to the eyes to watch the majestic Golden Bridge, a high priced iron bridge which is rust free and strong, was constructed in 1800’s by the British across the holy River Narmada to connect Bharuch and Ankaleshwar.

Assembly of famous Jain temples enhances the devotional aspect of this place. There are four Jain temples in the vicinity of “Shri Ankaleshwar Tirth”. Chintamani Parshwanath temple has 150 mts tall idol of Lord Parshwanath. Neminath, Adinath and Mahabir temples can also be seen. Shri Ankleshwar Tirth Pilgrimage which includes the four Jain temples. Located at a distance of 10km from Bharuch, Ankleshwar is a wonderful city to plan for holidays. There are many amazing historical pla