Gujarat boasts a rich historical and cultural heritage, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Stone Age. The region has been ruled by various dynasties, including the Mauryas, Guptas, Chalukyas, Solankis, Mughals, and Marathas, each leaving their mark on the state’s culture and architecture. Gujarat is also the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the Indian independence movement, and houses several museums.