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August 29, 2017
Things to do in Vadodara
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Top Attractions 

Laxmi Villas Palace

Laxmi Villas Palace is a massive, 19th-century palace in landscaped surrounds featuring an art museum, concert hall & zoo. Laxmi Vilas Palace has the maximum number of stained glass ever used in a palace.

 

Sayaji Baug

Sayaji Baug is a sprawling park featuring a museum, a planetarium, a zoo & a small train in a garden setting. Sayajirao III built Sayaji Baug, well known as Kamati Baug, on the river Vishwamitri.

 

Baroda Museum & Picture Gallery

The famous museum was built in 1894 on the lines of Victoria & Albert and Science Museums of London. The Century-old museum & gallery displays Asian & Middle Eastern paintings, sculptures & weaponry.

 

EME Temple

The EME Temple or “Dakshinamurty Temple” is a Shiva temple built by the Indian army which is known for its aluminum-covered geodesic dome construction.


Top Sites

Sursagar Lake

Sur Sagar lake also known as the Chand Talao is a lake situated in middle of the city of Vadodara with a 120 ft tall statue of lord Shiva built in the middle of the lake.

 

Kirti Mandir

Kirti Mandir, or Temple of Fame, is the cenotaph of the Gaekwads, located in the city of Vadodara. It was built by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III of the Gaekwad dynasty of the Marathas to perpetuate the glorious memory of his beloved ancestors.

 

Sardar Patel Planetarium

It is a well known 200-seat planetarium offering shows in English, Gujarati & Hindi focusing on astronomical history.


Top places to Eat

Hotel Surya 

Named as one of the best hotels of Vadodara, Hotel Surya is famous of its authentic Gujarati Thali. Spread over 5 floors and beautifully made, it is a must visit restaurants in Vadodara.

 

Soul Brew Cafe

Located in Vasna & near Race course circle, Soul Brew Cafe is famous amongst the youth. The most recommended cafe for its coffee and pizza and its interior.

 

Rajasthan Kulfi

Rajasthan Kulfi is one of the oldest chains in Vadodara. It has over 10 outlets across Vadodara now. Do not forget to try its mouthwatering kulfis that are made with love and compassion.

 

Rajasthan Kulfi

Rajasthan Kulfi is one of the oldest chains in Vadodara. It has over 10 outlets across Vadodara now. Do not forget to try its mouthwatering kulfis that are made with love and compassion.

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