 6 Best Things To Do In Vadodara, Gujarat's City Of Culture| Curly Tales

Credits: Sanjana Shenoy

Travelling To Vadodara?

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1. Explore Vadodara Palace

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2. Visit The Royal Art Gallery

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3. Head To Narayan Sarovar

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4. Seek Blessings At Baroda Kali Bari

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5. Piece Of Heritage At Kavi Kamboi

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6. Devour Street Food Delicacies

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Which of these places in Vadodara, Gujarat, are you excited to visit?

Credits: Sanjana Shenoy