Vadodara also known with the name of Baroda, capital of the princely Gaekawad state in the pre-independence era. It s the third-most populated town in Gujarat,

While in the post-independence era Vadodara became famous as a major hub of education and arts. Situated in the industrial corridor of Gujarat, Vadodara is emerging as the commercial and industrial capital of the state.

Over the years many large and medium industrial units have come up in surrounding areas and the city’s main avenues are lined up with a number of commercial complexes that rate among the best in modern architecture.

Today Vadodara is an industrial city with some interesting museums and art galleries and a fine lush park. Popularly known as the City of Palaces and Gardens, Vadodara is home to a number of magnificent palaces and monuments which attract large number of tourists every year.