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Kirti Mandir

Brief History

Kirti Mandir is a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi and his wife, Kasturba Gandhi, located in Porbandar, Gujarat. Mahatma Gandhi was born on 2 October 1869 in the ancestral house of the Gandhi family, which is located adjacent to Kirti Mandir. The foundation stone of Kirti Mandir was laid in 1947 and the memorial was completed in 1950. The complex preserves the ancestral home and includes exhibits, photographs and a library related to Mahatma Gandhi and Gandhian philosophy.

How to Reach

Bus Stand
Approx. 0.5 km
Railway Station
Approx. 2 km
Airport
Approx. 5–6 km

Visitor Information

Visiting Time
09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
03:00 PM – 06:00 PM
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Other Relevant Visitor Information

Visitors can explore the memorial and the adjacent ancestral home where Mahatma Gandhi was born. The complex contains photographs, exhibits and a library dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi and Gandhian literature. Visitors are advised to maintain a peaceful and respectful atmosphere while visiting the memorial and heritage premises.