Gujarat is mostly famous as the industrial state in India, whereas it must also be known that it is an upcoming tourist destination where large number of people visits the state from different states in India and the world. There are a lot of tourist attractions in Gujarat. But the one that seeks definite attention are the gardens of Gujarat. They really deserve a special mention. The efficient and glorious setting of the gardens attracts a lot of tourists from all over the world. There are specific steps taken by the ruling government to ensure that all the gardens are maintained well and retain their natural beauty.

If we have to start off with Gujarat gardens, the first one that takes away the attention of tourists is the Sayaji Bagh from Vadodara. This is considered to be the biggest attraction in the city today. The main access of this garden is from Tilak road. This garden also has a planetarium which holds daily shows for common man.

Another place to visit is Jubilee Garden of Rajkot. This garden has a sprawling land that consists of trees, walking paths and swings. There is a lot more in store for you if you visit the Kadaiya Lake Garden of Daman. This is one garden which will offer the finest setting and feel with a multitude of recreational activities that will enthrall the tourists. Boats, fountains and sprawling greens are the features of this garden. This is a famous spot for family picnics, and tourist activities and also houses toy train and other video games.

Sarita Udyan from Gandhinagar is another garden worth mentioning. This garden is located in sector 9 and is a perfect place for a day’s picnic. The peaceful atmosphere of the garden provides a genuine retreat for those who want to unwind. The recreational activities of the garden are also an attraction for the tourists.

Nearly, all the gardens stated above are located at convenient distance from the well-known hotels of the region. Therefore, they are easily accessible due to good means of communication.

Famous Parks/ Gardens of Gujarat are

Sardar Patel Museum

Originally, it was a palace and has been converted into a museum recently. This museum has a striking garden which is famous as the Sardar Open Garden. If you ever get to visit this garden you will find attractive monkeys and dotted peacocks wandering on the trees. The palatial setting and natural greenery makes this place a must visit for the visitor.

Kankaria Lake

This is a beautiful lake and is polygonal in shape. This lake is mainly famous for its garden which is Nagina Wadi. This is an island garden and the view from is amazing. There is an amusement park and Bal Vatika where children can really enjoy themselves.

Waghai Botanical Gardens

This garden is also well known as a biodiversity conservation center and is located 2 km off Waghai. There is a wide variety of exotic and native plants in this garden. The main element of this botanical garden is that you will be able to learn about the various uses of a plant and till what degree are human beings dependent on it. The nature education trail ferries tourists back from Vansda Park where they get to see a treasure trove of trees, its unconditional love and its various uses. This place acts as an encyclopedia of plants and will greatly interest those who love nature and want to learn about them.

Kankaria Lake

This Lake is a beautiful place where people come to unwind, de-stress and spend time with family. This is a picnic lover’s paradise. There are a lot of local restaurants and food outlets adjacent to the lake. There is a zoo and amusement park for children here. The splendid view from the lake will really steal the show.