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Living in Vadodara, Gujarat:
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If you've been wondering what it's like to live in or visit Vadodara, the Crowdsourced Explorer community can help. We asked 21 people living in Vadodara what someone who is considering moving to or visiting there should know. Here are their pros and cons, tips, and advice:

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Vadodara is a city with a reputation as a cultured city. The standard of living here is full of diversity. It is a city that suits all classes of people. Vadodara has railway lines and national highways connecting almost all major cities of India. All educational as well as health facilities are adequately available. There are gardens, river ponds, and many picnic spots with facilities nearby. In short, Vadodara is a city worth living in peace.

PRADIPKUMAR, says: 2023

This city doesn’t have any places to visit. You’ll find only sweet food to it. You can visit central library for knowledge and for fun you can go to malls and some parks. Else in this city you’ll find a greater opportunity for employment. This city is also famous for crocodiles.

Sajdah, says: 2020

Anyone who wishes to move to my city should know here resides one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the country. We also have one of the oldest palaces in the city which has been owned by the Gaekwads for generations. We also have upcoming projects for seventy storied buildings.

Before moving to any city, I think one must consider and know some points about the city like the cost of living, best places in city where one can think to buy or rent a house, job opportunities, transportation options, crime rates, weather, neighbourhood features, schools, traffic, quality of life etc.

Vadodara is very much famous for the way citizens here celebrate the festivals with the most appropriate cultural approach, and that’s why it’s known as a cultural city also. One should not regret the visit to Vadodara after tasting the delicious Gujarati food. Vadodara has one of the best Animal museums in Gujarat that worth a shot of visiting. The warmth and discipline offered by the citizens of Vadodara are incredibly known. We’ll love to welcome everyone, anyone with Love, but nothing else.

Muskaan, says: 2020

Vadodara is known as most cultured city. MSU of Vadodara, is very popular University and listen in world ranking. Vadodara is popular for its fast food and especially sav usad. Jagdish Farsan is very popular brand and attractive spot for food. Lakshmi Vilas palace is in here and it the listed in word ranking for being largest occupied house as well.

Yazhini, says: 2020

Our city is very clean and hygienic. The people are very innovative and helpful. They are always there to help anyone who is in need. Vadodara is a very fast developing city. In fact it is one of the fastest developing city in India. I would highly recommend anyone who wants to move to vadodara.

The people of this city are very friendly and welcoming. There are a lot of festivals that we celebrate with a lot of joy and love in our hearts. There are many place they can visit and there is an excellent education system in my city.

Pragya, says: 2020

Vadodara is one of the cleanest cities in Gujarat. The local residents are very friendly and hospitable. The standard of living is very cheap compared to other cities in the state. The weather is very hot during summer and it can reach temperatures of up to 50°c but winter is cool.

Our city is Sanskari Nagari because of the discipline followed by the natives. That’s the foremost and good reason to move here, to get surrounded by the well-behaved citizens. Secondly, it’s also known as the cultural city because every festival is celebrated here with total joy and that too, in a pure authentic cultural way! Vadodara is well known for Navratri. So, why would someone want to miss out such a beautiful, great opportunity to live in a beautiful surrounding!

Renault, says: 2020

Vadodara is a very big and diverse city with different people from many backgrounds and cultures. Vadodara is found in Gujarat, a dry state in India. Gujarat is a dry state, which means alcohol is strictly prohibited. Gujarati is the main language in Vadodara but there are also many other languages like Hindi and English spoken in Vadodara.

Aayush, says: 2020

Vadodara is a well-developed city in the state of Gujarat. It is Vadodara as it is a city of Banyan trees (known as ‘Vad’ in Gujarati). The city is among the cleanest cities in India. Vadodara is known for being a culturally rich city, with a diverse population from all across India. The city has almost-zero traffic and one can reach from one end of the city to another in less than 20 minutes. The city is ideal for young professionals, students and families looking to settle in a hassle-free community.

Suzanne, says: 2020

Vadodara is a cool place, so, no previous planning is required as such. The city is small yet not suffocating. Accommodation is easily available in all ranges. People, food, and infrastructure all are good. Atmosphere and environment all are amicable. Nightlife is the only issue here. The city is a good mixture of nature and manmade wonders, hence, a weekend can be spent well.

Deepanjali, says: 2020

One of the best reason to consider moving to vadodara is the maharaja sayajirao university and the faculty of fine arts inside the university. The festival of navratri takes place yearly at united way garba where around 30k-40k people play garba in sync. If you are a foodie then there are many type of foods like bhakarwadi, leelo chevdo sev usal etc. There are many places near vadodara where you can visit like pavagadh, champaner.

Saumya, says: 2020

Before moving to Vadodara, One must know the meaning of its name which is “city full of banyan trees”. Name comes from a Gujarati word which is “Vad” meaning A Banyan tree. There are lots of banyan trees in the city and that’s why it got the name. The city has other name also known as Baroda.

Pranamita, says: 2020

It’s a beautiful city. Has ample of space for residing. Clean and healthy environment. Most people in the city are kind and always ready to help. There is availability of all kind of your needs and wants. Recently, due to new bridge being built, there is a problem of traffic in the evening but overall the city is perfect place.

Aeliya, says: 2020

Vadodara is quite a big city among my state in terms of area and population after ahmedabad. not only people get good living standards but also they have numerous opportunities. The transportation, infrastructure is beyond imaginable, we have all sorts of transportation such as trains, buses, cabs which runs throughout the city.

Balasubramani, says: 2020

The people of Baroda like to tell visitors that their city is a ‘Sanskari Nagari’, that is, a ‘cultured city’. Visitors agree. The city does indeed have rich cultural traditions. And today’s Barodians have quite a full and hectic cultural life throughout the year.

The outstanding trait about Baroda’s cultural life is that it is remarkably cosmopolitan. And while there are 100s of different identities, everyone participates in all activities. The culture of the city is not just history or heritage; it is dynamic, ever-changing and alive.

The Maharaja Palace is the most visited place of my city, and museum and Kamati garden are Also famous. My city has the largest bus stand of Gujrat. My city has a centralised bus stand and railway station.

Simran, says: 2020

Vadodara is a city which has really good cultural heritage. It is famous for studies and food, especially ‘sev usal ‘which is breakfast here and is very spicy in taste. Vadodara is famous for its Maharaja Sayajirao University. It’s one the city in Gujarat state. It is especially famous for garba that is nine day of dancing in which we pray to goddess in for a dance called Garba.

Pujari, says: 2020

The city is famous for Lakshmi Vilas Palace, an excellent architectural palace. It is also the place for the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (Vadodara), the largest university in the state. The city is an important place of industrial, educational and cultural centre in India. Vadodara has its own airport.

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