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Baroda or Vadodara is a city that is located in the state of Gujarat. The city is now known as Vadodara and it is one of the most important cities in the state. The city is located along the banks of River Vishwamitri. Baroda was formerly a princely state until the time of independence. There are many interesting places that one can visit in the vicinity of the city of Baroda. The city is a mix of many historical sites as well as new industries and IT parks. Baroda is the cultural capital of the state of Gujarat. There are many palaces that are located in the city and some of the main ones are Pratap Vilas Palace, Nazarbaug Palace, Laxmi Vilas Palace and the Makarpura Palace. The Laxmi Villas Palace is set amidst sprawling grounds and it is an architectural gem. Some of the other places of interest are Aurobindo Ashram, Kanderao Museum, Hazira Maqbara, EME Temple, Mandvi City, Kala Goda, Nyay Mandir and many other places. There are many museums and gardens that are located in the place as well. Some of the important sites are Lal Bag, Sayaji Bag, Sardar Bag, Maharaj Fateh Singh Museum, Baroda Museum and Picture Gallery and a few others. The place experiences a mix of tropical and savannah type of climates and the climatic conditions are varied according to the seasons. The main seasons in the place are summer, monsoon and winter seasons. The summer season is predominantly hot and long and winters are cold and dry. Monsoon season experiences good amount of rainfall as well.

Makarpura Palace, Vadodara

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 390001

STD Code: 265

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit: Oct – Mar

HistoryEdit

Badoda city is also known to have had the name Chandanavati named after its ruler, A Rajput king Raja Chandan.Two other intriguing names that Baroda is believed to have possessed at different points in time are Virakshetra (A Land of warriors) and Vatodar (in the heart of the Banyan tree). Legend says that the region in and around Baroda (Vat meaning Banyan tree and Aodh meaning tent/canopy) was home to large groves of Banyan tress that formed a canopy kind of layer. The Name Baroda was changed to Vadodara in 1974 but early historical literature suggest that the English travelers and merchants referred to this town as Brodera!The early trade settlers made an entry into the land in 812 AD. The imperial Baroda province was mainly ruled by Hindu kings till the year 1297. The Gupta Empire was taken over by the Chalukya Dynasty after intense rivalry culminated in a series of fierce battles. When this resplendent region was taken over by the Solanki Rajputs, the Muslim rule had spread across India, and the reins of power were then snatched by the Delhi Sultans. The city was ruled for a long time by these Sultans, until they were easily overthrown by the Mughal emperors.

Places to VisitAdd

Vadodara (Baroda) Sightseeing

How to ReachEdit

By Air : Vadodara has an airport that is located outside the city and it has regular to flights to many important cities in the country such as Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Ahmadabad, Chennai and Bangalore. If you are planning to arrive by air, you can opt for taxis from the airport to the city. Auto rickshaws are also available from the airport and this is the cheapest option that you can take to reach the city center.

By Train : The Vadadora Railway Station is an important part of the rail network in the state and there are frequent rail services from different places such as Mumbai (Dee Bdts G Rath), Chennai (Navjeevan Exp), Delhi (Mumbai Rajdhani), Bangalore (Coimbatore Exp) and most of the other places in the country. Due to this extensive rail network, the best option is to arrive at Vadodara by rail. You might have to book tickets well in advance. Auto Rickshaws are available from the station to all parts of the city.

By BUS : State transport buses connect the city to all parts of the state. There are frequent buses from places such as Ahmadabad and Surat to the city. Ticket prices vary according to the city.

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By Other : Vadodara can be accessed by travelling in river Mahi in a boat from Savli.

Top HotelsAdd

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Jal Sagar ; Opposite BBC Tower, Saiyajigunj, Vadodara, Gujarat, 390005 ; Ph – 0265 236 1110 ; Facilities – 24hours H/C water, TV, room Service.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Yuvraj ; Near Central Bus Depot, Station Road Vadodara, GJ ; Ph – 0265 279 5252 ; Facilities – Travel desk, laundry, room service, fridge,TV on request.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Budget Hotels in Vadodara – Ginger ; Survey 4 (2)(B), Fatehgunj Camp road,, Vadodara city, Vadodara, GJ 390002 ; Ph – 0265 663 3333
; Facilities – 24hours H/C water, TV, room Service Travel desk, laundry, room service, fridge,TV on request.

Top RestaurantsAdd

Baroda – Our Restaurants ; 36, Alkapuri Society, Behind HDFC Bank, Alkapuri Alkapuri, Vadodara, GJ ; M – 0265 235 4937; Food Serve : Indian,Chines

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Nightlife (Pub / Disc / BAR)Add

Goodies Cafeteria ; Natubhai Center, Race Course Road, Gotri, Vadodara, Gujarat – 390007 ; Ph/M: 0265 – 2389111, 2388777, 2396109 ; Cost: N.A ; Food Serve : N.A
Tandoor A Garden Restaurant ; Village Limda, Vaghodia, Vadodara, Gujarat – 391760 ; Ph/M: 0265 – 6536644 ; Cost: N.A ; Food Serve : N.A
Shreyas Bar & Pub ; 199, GIDC Estate, Makarpura, Baroda- 390010 ; Ph/M: (0265) 2631817;9328422297; Cost: N.A ; Food Serve : N.A

SpaAdd

Sterling Health Mall ; Near Zaverchand Park, Old Padra Road, Vadodara ; Ph/M – (0265) 2327696; Cost: N.A ; Services – Beauty Spas, Body Massage Centres, Massage Centres For Men, Ladies Beauty Parlours
Heaven On Earth Spa And Art Gallery ; Shop 204, Kp Infinity Mall, Above Tribhuvandas Bhimji Zaveri, Race Course Road, Race Course Road, Vadodara – 390007 ; Ph/M –9687000137, 9167256981 ; Cost: N.A ; Services – Beauty Spas, Body Massage Centres, Massage Centres For Men.

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