Vadodara Tourism

Vadodara Tourism also known as Baroda is a cultured, harmonious university town, situated about 100 kms. southeast of Ahmedabad. Before independence, Vadodara was the capital of the one of the most powerful princely states of Baroda and covered 21,144 square kms. The family name Gaekwad means Protector of Cows. The Gaekwad stood high in the order of precedence and was only one of five rulers who received a 21 gun salute. He was reputedly so rich that he had a carpet woven of diamonds and pearls and cannons cast in gold. Parks, lakes and palaces dominate the old city. It is now a rapidly expanding industrial centre, yet still a pleasant place to visit. Today, Vadodara prides itself as an educational centre and home to the sprawling MS University.

Vadodara means breaking free from the monotony of the usual commercial ambience of the state of Gujarat. It is located on the shores of the sparkling and effervescent Vishwamitri River. In this erstwhile kingdom of Gaekwad several exquisitely laid out gardens will welcome you to the legacy of the Maharajah Sayaji Rao III who was a brilliant ruler and an amazing city planner. Famously referred to as the cultural hub of India, Vadodara has beautiful art galleries and museums that form an integral part of the tourist attractions of the city.
Today Vadodara which translates to mean 'City of Banyan Trees' is commonly addressed as Baroda. To embark upon Vadodara tour you need to cover the distance of 100 km from south of Ahmedabad and 392 km from north of Mumbai. Many travelers love to take Tours to Vadodara because of its strategic location. You will also vouch for the same as strong air, rail and road connectivity to and from major cities of the country make travel to Vadodara a pleasurable experience of life.