Vadodara, Metropolitan city in Gujarat, India
Vadodara is a big city in the eastern part of the Indian state of Gujarat, crossed by the Vishwamitri River. Many banyan trees shape the cityscape of this industrial center, which spreads over several districts.
The area changed from the ancient settlement of Chandravati to present-day Vadodara under the rule of the Gaekwad dynasty. Maharaja Sayajirao III introduced large urban projects in the 1880s, which gave the settlement a new form.
The Baroda Museum displays archeological findings, European oil paintings, Mughal miniatures and traditional textiles from different periods. Visitors can browse these collections and get a sense of the artistic traditions that meet in the region.
The city can be reached by direct train connections to Mumbai and Delhi, while the international airport offers domestic flights to major Indian cities. Visitors looking to get around will find public transport and taxis linking all the main points.
The Laxmi Vilas Palace was built in 1890 and still serves as the residence of the Gaekwad royal family. Its area equals roughly four times that of Buckingham Palace, making it one of the largest private estates in the world.
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