Vadodara is an industrial town of Gujarat. Along with big industrial setup, the city also provides many recreational and traditional sites for relaxing. If you have only one day to spend in Vadodara, you can visit the following places.
- Sursagar Lake
- Laxmi Vilas palace
- Kirti Mandir
- EME temple
You can also indulge in shopping textiles, silver jewelry and art pieces enroute.
Planning the route
Sursagar Lake
The Lake is located in the centre of the city and is filled with water throughout the year. It is also known by the name Chand Talao. One can enjoy boating and lake view here.
Address: Sur Sagar Lake, Mandvi, Vadodara, Gujarat 390001
Visiting time: Open all day
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next Destination: Laxmi Vilas palace, 30 minutes drive
Please note: boating in the lake has restricted timings
Laxmi Vilas palace
The palace belongs to series of the Maharaja Palace in Vadodara, built by the Maratha rulers in the region. The Laxmi Vilas Palace was built by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III and a major part of the palace remains with the royal family.
Address: Gate No.2 Laxmi Vilas Palace Estate, J.N.Marg, Vadodara, Gujarat 390001, India
Visiting time: 09:30 AM to 05:00 PM, Monday closed
Contact: +91 72279 39902
Time to spend: 2 hours
Next Destination: Kirti Mandir, 10 minutes drive
Kirti Mandir
Kirti Mandir is also known as a Temple of Fame. It is a cenotaph (a monument to commemorate the brave, who died in war) of the Gaekwad dynasty of the Marathas.
Address: Kirti Mandir, Kothi Rd, Dak Bunglow, Sayajiganj, Vadodara, Gujarat 390001, India
Visiting time: 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next Destination: EME temple, 25 minutes drive
EME temple
The EME temple is also known as Dakshinamurthy Temple. It is a temple dedicated to lord Shiva. The temple is managed by the Indian Army Authorities in the city of Vadodara. The concept and design of the temple is unique with geodesic structure covered with aluminium sheets.
Address: Mandir Marg, Fatehgunj, Vadodara, Gujarat 390002, India
Visiting time: 09:30 AM to 05:00 PM, Sunday closed
Contact: 9893016218
Time to spend: 1 hour
You can also travel to Vadodara via intercity cab and hop around the city hassle free with Gozo Cabs.
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