In Vadodara City
The Lakshmi Vilas Palace in Vadodara, Gujarat, India, was constructed by the Gaekwad family, a prominent Maratha family, who ruled the Baroda State. … Lakshmi Vilas Palace was styled on the Indo-Saracenic Revival architecture, built by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III in 1890 at a cost of £180,000 (₹27,00,000).
The Baroda Museum & Picture Gallery in Vadodara was built in 1894 on the lines of the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Science Museum of London. Major Mant in association with R.F. Chisholm [1] who refined some of Mant’s finest works to make genuine Indo-Saracenic architecture designed the Building of this Museum.
The Sayaji Baug Zoo, situated on both the banks of the Vishwamitri river, in Sayajibaug the zoo was opened as part of the original park in 1879. The zoo offers 167 types of 1103 animals of various sizes and shapes. Asiatic lions are the most popular of the attractions. it also has a different bird zoo which has many different types of birds.
An aquarium was added to the zoo in 1962. It contains 45 species of fish.
The Planetarium exhibits also contain a working model of the solar system, detailing on the speed of rotation of the various planets. The major attraction of the Sardar Patel Planetarium is the high powered telescope housed here, which allows visitors to observe the different celestial bodies in the night sky.
Out Side Vadodara
Ajwa Nimeta Garden Decked with green manicured lawns and adorned by towering palm trees, the Ajwa Nimeta Garden is the perfect destination to plan your leisurely weekend at. The crowd-puller here is the 100-meter row of perfectly aligned musical fountains that mesmerise us with coordinated water shoots in the background of lively colours. This garden is enjoyed by adults and kids alike.
AATAPI Wonderland is an award winning Theme Park in the outskirts of Vadodara at Ajwa. A mega Theme Park project spread over 70 acres of land created in association with Cube Construction Engineering Pvt. Ltd., Vadodara Municipal Corporation & Gujarat Tourism. We have some of the best Rides & Attractions from all around the world, a place where you can spend the whole day and explore with your family. Visit us to experience the highest degree of hospitality that caters to the entertainment needs for all age groups at affordable prices.
Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in Panchmahal district in Gujarat, India. It is located around the historical city of Champaner, a city which was founded by Vanraj Chavda, the most prominent king of the Chavda Dynasty, in the 8th century. He named it after the name of his friend and general Champa, also known later as Champaraj.
The Statue of Unity is a colossal statue of Indian statesman and independence activist Vallabhbhai Patel (1875–1950), who was the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home minister of independent India and adherent of Mahatma Gandhi during the non-violent Indian Independence movement. Patel was highly respected for his leadership in uniting 562 princely states of India with a major part of the former British Raj to form the single Union of India. The statue is located in the state of Gujarat, India.
