Vadodara Travel Guide

After the rather commercial ambience of Ahmedabad, the charming city of Vadodara in the state of Gujarat comes as a pleasant change. The character of Vadodra or Baroda as it was earlier known as, closely reflects the legacy of Maharajah Sayaji Rao III who was a progressive ruler and a great city planner. Successive rulers added palaces, lakes and parks, making Vadodra one of the most appealing urban centres in the region.

Vadodra has a mixed bag of people from all over the country that came here attracted by Vadodara’s catholicity, its modern outlook, and its cosmopolitan culture. Contemporary Vadodara is important as a growing industrial city and a renowned centre for academics. The Baroda College of Fine Arts is acknowledged as one of the best in the country. So travel to Vadodra and discover its eclectic character.

Vadodra known as the City of Palaces is the cultural capital of Gujarat and is filled with art galleries and museums that display very good works of art.