VADODARA

Vadodara is the district headquarters with an enriched area of 7,794sq.km, previously known as Baroda, this place means literally as the land of Banyan tree, this happened so, because of the kingship of Sayaji Rao Gaekwad 111 during 1875-1939, wherein, the ruler preserved this place as an educational, Industrial and Commercial Center. The main rivers that flourish this region are The Mahi, Narmada, Viswamitri, Dhadhar and Dev. This enables great agriculture and a large opportunity of industrial growth. Vadodara is known as the major center for paramedical and glass industry in the country and also a heavy water plant, a large oil-refinery and a fertilizer factory are located here. The important and interesting spots of tourist visit are, Dabhoi fort, which stands an example for Hindu military architecture, Chandod for its pilgrim center, Sanbheda is known for workmanship in lacquer and wood based handicrafts.
Laxmi Vilas Palace, Maharaja Fateh Singh Rao Museum, Kirti Mandir, Sayajibaug Zoo and Baroda Museum and picture Gallery are the other attractions here in Vadodara. There are some particular places of visit such as Chhota Udaipur, Dakhoi, Koyali, Sanhheda, Bajwa and Chandod, these important place prevails values of Vadodaraand its history for years together is a delight for a tourist to enjoy a worth trip.
In particular, India is a country which has its proof of being inhibited from ages together. Gujarat is a certain proof of belief which explores its district with historic valuables that still speaks fact on ancient dwellings. Vadodara, one of the small sized districts of Gujarat is one among the ancient land of pre-historic times. The Guptas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Solankis, The Sulthan of Delhi and the Mughals ruled during the pre-historic times, later, Maratha dynasty of Gaekwad during the 18th century prevailed this land as a capital and the city a facelift Maharaja Sayaji Rao Gaekwad the ruler, enriched this land, through education, music and fine arts and have made these necessary talents of human compulsory to both boys and girls in the district, is the heathens of history and undeniable. Today, the growth of education have nourished as a renowned University of Baroda, which stands unique as of international standards and as a nodal point of higher education in the state. Moreover, this place is known as the industrial and cultural capital of the state, it palaces, parks, temples and museums are the manuscripts of the great historians who dwelled here.
The important places of visits are Baroda Museum and Picture Gallery, Darbar Hall, EME Temple, Kriti Mandir, Lalbaug, Lehripura Gate, Makarpura Palace, Maharaja Fatehsingh Museum, Nyaymandir Nazarbaug Palace, Pratap Vilas Palace at Lalbaug, Sayajibaug, Sayaji Sarovar, Sursagar Lake. Vadodara is well supported with transport and tourists advantages, the best seasons of visit can be done, during October-March-after monsoon.

AJWA

One of the tourist attractions in Vadodara, the Sayaji Sarovar, the major water source supply for Vadodara is situated here, then, the Vrindavan Garden here that lines up as same in Mysore Vrindavan Garden is a place of bliss and pleasant. Other worth places of visit are Ajwa water part and fun world.

BHADARVA

This town is known to be as the previous princely state, this place is explored with its ancient buildings of wood carvings and painting that represents various deities are eye hunting. The Rusheshwar Mahadev temple is said to the ancient one at this place, on the banks of the River Mahi. Mostly, the shrines located in this region depicts the scenes of Puranas, that tells us about the history of ancient dwellings and this place’s age too.

BODELI

Today, this town is known for its industries and trade. The erstwhile history is known through the agate cores and the glassy white quartz of Stone Age which is found here.Shri Bodeli Teerth is the prime spot of attraction for the tourist, as of today.

CHHANI

This town is another ancient location of the state. Previously, this place was known for the military camping and therefore, this town derived its name as Chhavani, which literally means ‘camp’. The manuscripts of Memories read history as, there are five charming temples in Chhani that still exist. Shri Chhani Teerth is famous here. The temples of Bhagvan Shantinath, Bhagvan Mahavir Swami and Bhagvan Kunthunatha are the other temples of serenity here. This town of spiritual and traditional environment is located near the ancient towns of Darbhavati [Dabhoi] and Vadapadh. Chhayapuri was the early name of this town.

CHHOTA UDAIPUR

This town was formed by Baji Raval. During the year 1813 Rayasing, a follower of Baji Raval, have built a fort here, the place is famous for old historical palaces, and temples. Moreover the tourist can make chhota, the edge of Udaipur, as their base for visiting Gujarat tribals.

DABHOI

The real name is Darbhavati. The early days was ruled by the Muslims during 13th centuries. Later, Hindu rulers prevailed, wherein, Dabhoi Fort evoked to speaks facts of Hindu reign here. The four gates of the fort are carved to the core of workmanship challenge, and named as Hira Bhagol in the east, Vadodara in the west, Champaner Gate in the north and Nandod Gate  in the south. Apart, from this, the town has a numerous Jain and Hindu based temples here. Raskavi Dayaram, a famous Gujarati poet who composed many garbis [devotional songs] was born in this place, that adds up a milage of spiritual and traditional living. Shri Darbhavati Teerth, Chandod, Karnali and Sankheda are the most enhancing tourist locations. Dhaboi Railway station is said to be the oldest narrow gauge rail junction in the world which also speaks about British invasion here in the country. 

JAANBUGHODA WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

With an area of 130.38 sq.km, it sanctuary was established in the year 1990. You have a large number of Mahuda trees in this sanctuary, which supplies major food to the wild life & tribals here. The farmers found here are Sloth bear, leopard, hyena, wolf and barking deer. Accomadations are available at the forest rest house in Kada near the dam. The best season is winter to visit the sanctuary.

JETPUR PAVI

Tribal regions’ and dense forest.

KARNALI

This is another temple city of the state located with nature and ghats beauty around. Karnali, basically is a twin town of Chandod lies on the opposite bank of Orsary River. Temples here are mainly dedicated to Lord Shiva, the footprint of Lord Dattatreya is a great sanctify to this town. During Chaitra month, this town celebrates a big fair that pulls in people from around the state. [March-April].

NARESHWAR

 Saint Ranj Avadhoot  havr established an ashram here with his vast collection of books is a highlight of Nareshwar. This is situated on the banks of the River Narmada.

SANKHEDA

Indians basically are great workers in a known fact and Sankheda is a place of proof for it. The lacquer printed colourful wooden furniture is a unique identity of antique Indian art and traditional talents. The furniture is in golden, orange and brown colours with ornate design in silver are enriching the value of human talents & skills. The people mostly are carpenters here.

SAVLI

Bhimnath Mahadev temple amidst a beautiful garden is the prime spot of attraction. Its remarkable entrance of morden architectural built adds beauty. The idol of Lord Krishna stands on a lotus enshrines sanctify here. It also houses a seat of Shri Harirayji, the fourth descendent from Vallabhachrya.