Vadodara

Formerly Vadodara was identified as Baroda city and is considered as one of the most populated region in Gujarat after Ahmedabad and Surat. This city is located 139kms far from Gandhinagar city and at southeast of Ahmedabad. Many industries such as of petrochemicals, plastics, engineering and Forex can be seen that proves that this city has rich economy. Not only this city has developed basic amenities sites but even various eating outlets, staying places, attraction landmarks and some religious temples. This safe city also contains various transiting services such as local and private buses, auto rickshaws, cabs and taxis.

History of Vadodara

In 812 AD, Vadodara’s history was first noted. Hindu kings rule this city till 1297 and later on it was ruled by Chalukya Dynasty. Delhi Sultans also rule this city until they were defeated by Mughals. British widespread their power and ruled Baroda city. After independence of 1947 Baroda joined the Dominion of India. Later on this city became a part of Gujarat state in year of 1960 when Bombay state was divided into two new linguistic states that are Gujarat and Maharashtra.\

Climate of Vadodara

Vadodara is one of the favorite cities in Indian state of Gujarat. This city is located on banks of Vishwamitri River and has fertile plain land between Mahi and Narmada Rivers. Basically Vadodara experiences wet and dry climate along with three distinctive seasons that are summers, monsoon and winters. Even this region inhabits tropical weather. From March to July, Vadodara enjoys dry summer months whereas monsoons starts from mid June and lasts till mid September. River floods can be seen in the city due to heavy rainfall. The minimum temperature in winter falls to 15 degree. One can plan a trip for this city between Novembers to February months.

How to Reach at Vadodara

Vadodara initially was recognized as Baroda and it is a city in Indian state of Gujarat. This city is named for banyan trees that are seen in endless numbers. Also one can reach this city easily as the Vadodara airport connects the city with New Delhi, Kolkata, Bangalore, Mumbai and Kolkata. Even several domestic flights from Nagpur, Chennai and Hyderabad fly on daily basis to Vadodara. Tourists can arrive at its nearest railway head that run around 150 trains to various cities and districts of India. Major trains such as Shatabdi, Rajdhani and Jan Shatabdi connect this city with many cities of India. Visitors can also reach this city more easily and conveniently by driving their own cars or hiring cabs and taxis. This city is linked with Indian National Expressway 1 and National Highway 8. Many state and private buses of Gujarat and nearby states provide the facility of transportation to Vadodara city at economic fares.

Where to stay in Vadodara

There are plenty of hotels that reside in Vadodara city. Tourists visiting this outstanding place can make themselves comfortable by staying at best resorts, guest houses and hotels. All the hotels provide well maintained and clean accommodations. The Surya Palace Hotel, The Gateway Hotel Akota, Presidency Tower and Royal Orchid Central Akota all these hotels of Vadodara provide exclusive dining outlets along with other facilities. Tourists visiting this city can also stay at lodges that are affordable too.

Places to Visit

Vadodara is a rich cultural and historical land. It has got a fair number of admiring and astonishing landmarks. Tourists visiting this region will come across various places of interest and admiration. There are several Palaces such as Laxmi Vilas Palace, Nazarbaug Palace, Pratap Vilas Palace and Makarpura Palace. One can also plan a family outing at this place as it inhabit many magnificent museums, age old temples and renowned universities. Thousands of devotees also plan trip for this city so that they can worship their deities at Dakshinamurty Temple and Kirti Mandir. The Baroda Museum, Picture Gallery, Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum and Hazira Maqbara can also be visited by the arrivals. Travelers visiting this city can spend some refreshing and soothing moments at Sindhrot Nature Park. Adventurous seekers will find this city heaven as it reside a famous Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary. Even one can go through Jubilee Baug and Sayaji Baug of this city so that some peaceful and refreshing moments can be spent.

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