Jamnagar city was founded by Shree Jam Rawal in 1540 A.D. Who originally belongs to Kutch and settled in Jamnagar, known as a Novinger at that time. Jamnagar was originally a fortified town with several gateways, famous Cricketer Jam Ranjitsinghjee was a prince of Jamnagar, and then he ruled Jamnagar from (1907-33 A. D.) Darbargadh is the original residence of Jam Sahib, it respects the fusion of Rajput and European architectural styles, Jam Ranjitsinghjee patronized two important urban designed projects in front of Darbargadh, namely Willingdon Crescent and Chelmsford Market. There is a statue of Jam Ranjitsinghjee at the middle of the crescent.
The market is in front of Darbargadh. Willingdon crescent is a two storied. Arcade with the semi-circular arches at both levels and decorative stone pillars.
Jamsinghjee developed a new part of city on European town planning principles under the guidance of Sir Edward Lustiness architect of New Delhi
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