Culture of Jamnagar

Culture of Jamnagar

Jamnagar, formerly known as Nawanagar, is prominent city of Gujarat state. The state of Gujarat is known for its vibrant culture and rich traditions. Jamnagar being a part of the state is no exception to it. The city is populated by the majority of Hindu people followed by Muslim and Christian. Gujarati is the main language of the city while Kachchi is also spoken by some people there. Kanthiawadi language which is a vernacular form of Gujarati language is widely used for day-to-day communication in the city.  Ahir, Satvaras, Patels, Bhanushalis, Patels, Rajputs (Darbars), Mers, etc are some of communities which are inhabited in the city. 

Cuisines of Jamnagar are mostly traditional vegetarian food dishes with each dish being quite different from other. Traditional attire of the people of Jamnagar and Gujarat state as a whole are very delicate and colorful. Lehnga choli or Ghagra Choli with Odhani or Dupatta worn over it is the traditional outfit of women in Jamnagar, while Dhoti and short or long coat with the turban cap is traditional dress of the men. Most of the people have now taken to modern style of living and they are rarely seen in their traditional outfit except at religious and cultural events.