Laxmi Vilas Palace , Vadodara
About Laxmi Vilas Palace
Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III got the Laxmi Vilas Palace built in Vadodara in year 1890, an imposing monument that incorporates architectural style that has Hindu, Islam and Christian influences. The palace is an impressive building and has ornate artwork on the walls and pillars. It is decorated with European mosaic floors, stained glass windows and marble sculptures as well as several paintings. When completed, it was the largest private house built till date and is four times the size of Buckingham Palace. The palace is open to visit and also offers an audio tour. Darbar Hall, within the palace, hosts several music concerts and events.
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Places to Visit near Laxmi Vilas Palace
Maharaja Fatehsingh Museum, Gujarat
0.9 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
Maharaja Fatehsingh Museum is located within the premises of Laxmi Vilas Palace. The museum has an impressive collection of paintings (including a...
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Aurobindo Ashram, Gujarat
1.2 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
Sri Aurobindo Ashram (also known as Sri Aurobindo Niwas) was the erstwhile residence of Sri Aurobindo, the famous Indian freedom fighter,...
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Sursagar, Gujarat
2 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
Located in the heart of the city, Sursagar lake (known as Chandan talao in the olden days), is a restored artificial lake. It is a popular...
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Kirti Mandir, Gujarat
2 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
Kirti Mandir (or temple of fame) is located at the end of Vishwamitri Bridge, north to the statue of the last ruler of the princely state of...
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Nazarbaug Palace, Gujarat
2.8 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
The ancient Nazarbaug Palace was built in the latter part of 19th century by Malhar Rao Gaekwad. It was built with a purpose for getting used...
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Baroda Museum and Picture Gallery, Gujarat
4.1 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
Baroda Museum and Picture Gallery is one of the historic buildings built by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. It was built in 1887 and has an...
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EME Temple, Gujarat
5.3 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
EME temple is a unique temple, built by the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (EME) Corps, part of the Indian Army. It is also known as...
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ISKCON Baroda, Gujarat
6.4 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
ISKCON Baroda, also known as Sri Sri Radha Shyamsundar Mandir is located on Gotri road, about 2 kms from Vadodara railway station. It is a...
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Makarpura Palace, Gujarat
6.8 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
Makarpura Palace was built by Maharaja Khanderao Gaekwad in 1870, with the intention of making it his summer palace. It is built in Italian...
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S-Cube Water Park, Gujarat
22.7 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
S-Cube Water Park is located across Vrundavan Gardens and is a great place to spend a day with kids. It is a clean and well-maintained waterpark,...
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Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, Gujarat
49.3 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, about 45 kms from Vadodara. It is in the Panchamahal district. The ancient...
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Manek Chowk, Gujarat
62.9 km from Laxmi Vilas Palace - See map
Manek Chowk is a usually crowded city square in Ahmedabad, India. There are lot of jwellery shops in the area and its popular for street food...
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