Laxmi Vilas Palace, Vadodara

Lakshmi Vilas Palace is a landmark in Vadodara in Gujarat. It was owned by the Gaekwads, the erstwhile rulers of Baroda state.

It is four times larger than Buckingham Palace and is touted as largest dwelling palace of the world of that era.

Major Charles Mant was credited to be the main architect of the palace and has elevators and modern gadgets.

It is styled on the Indo-Saracenic Revival architecture, built by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III in 1890 at a cost of £180,000 (₹27,00,000).

The palace has impressive paintings and grandeur are still a sight to behold!

Tourist Guide

Parking Difficulty : High

Walking Needed : For 300 meters

Time Needed : 2-3 Hours

Open Timings : 9.30 AM to 5:00 PM

Still Photography : Not Allowed Inside

Video Photography : Not Allowed Inside

Weather /Dress Guide and other Tips

Cooler Climate for most part of the year.

Wear Comfortable Shoes

Wear Cotton Dress with pullovers

Carry Binoculars

Location Guide

Nearest Railway Station : Vadodara Railway Station

Nearest Airport : Vadodara Airport

Nearest National Highway : NH48

Nearest Landmark : Popular Landmark itself

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