Gujarat has seen a huge increase in tourists from Bangalore in recent days. This has prompted the Gujarat tourism to start a new office in the city, to cater exclusively to growing demands of the tourist population from the southern state. Karnataka contributes around 3.5% of the tourist traffic flow to Gujarat, said official sources in the Gujarat tourism department.

"There is a growing number of tourist bookings from Karnataka and hence the decision to open a full-fledged office in IT hub Bangalore. It's young tourist segment has a large disposable income," said Sanjay Kaul, commissioner of tourism and managing director, Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited.

Gujarat tourism department is also exploring the possibility of tying up with the Karnataka tourism department to further promote their destinations.

Gujarat, with its diverse tourism products, is being promoted as a full-fledged family destination: the folk dance of garba held during Navaratri, the only natural habitat of the Asiatic lions - Gir Sanctuary, the exotic Kutch desert which is also home to the wild ass along with it exquisite and renowned Kachchhi handicraft. Gujarat's temples at Dwarka are also part of the Char dham; Somnath is a Jyotirlinga. Gujarat is also known for its beautiful Jain temples.

"The most important concern for any tourist is safety. Known for its hospitable nature, it has gone on to become a perfect tourism destination," said Kaul.

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