The charming city of Vadodara in India is for the most parts a peaceful destination which is also home to several attractions of significance
. This laid back corner of India come alive when its festival time. When its time to celebrate Uttarayani the city of Vadodara glows with life and the clear blue skies are colorful with beautiful kites. Kite flying is a popular activity during this time of year so you shouldnt be surprised if you find dozens of children with kites running around everywhere. This festival also attracts hundreds of professional kite flyers to the region who bring new and improved designs to the fore to show off at their talents. The Janmastani and Diwali festivals are also celebrated in a grand manner in this part of the country which will prove to be a fascinating experience for visitors.
The Palace Museum is located in Vadodara and is considered to be one of the most significant tourist attractions in the region. The museum which was constructed in the early 1800s by the Maharaja of the region who was known by the name of Sayaji Rao III, is said to have been built to educate the children of the royal family about history and culture. The museum showcases a number of valuable ornaments and sculptures together with a variety of European oil paintings which belonged to the royal family. The paintings which are of European origin are thought to be Greek and Roman. A priceless collection of paintings which were created by none other than Raja Ravi Verma can also be seen at this venue along with a number of other interesting exhibits.
The Gateway Hotel Akota Gardens Vadodara is conveniently located offering easy links to most of the cities key tourist attractions. For those in search of exceptional hotels in Vadodara which offer exceptional accommodation and useful facilities this charming rest is an option well worth considering.