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Census town in Gujarat, India
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Kevadia, officially known as Ekta Nagar, is a town of 6,800 people (2011) in South Gujarat, India. It is best known for the Statue of Unity, a colossal statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
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A majestic statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, an Indian freedom fighter and the first deputy prime minister of independent India. He was credited for integrating more than 500 princely states into India. Built in 2018, it is the world's highest statue at 182 m. Entry from Gate No. 4. There is an array of travelators to reach the site of the Statue and several escalators to reach the feet of the Statue on the high platform. The exhibition hall and museums are located at the ground level below the statue. The ticket upgrade counter is located here. The Statue of Unity Food Court is located along the path leading to the Statue. Exit from Gate No.5. The 23-min Projection Mapping Show starts at 7:30PM and is viewed from the sitting arrangement as chosen during booking tickets.
An old temple located on the bank of Narmada. The temple aarti rituals are held at 7AM and 8PM every day.
Located within the Shulpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, this waterfall gives a peace and happiness when you dip in its flowing waters. Go before visiting the Statue of Unity as timings are suitable. Don't forget to take extra pair of clothes and slippers. Enjoy various adventure sports like rappelling wall, two-way zip line, free jump device here.
Herbal Garden
Teach yourself about holistic wellness along with traditional herbal remedies. This 17-acre garden has half million medicinal plants belonging to 380 species. It is divided into various sections: Garden of Colours, Aroma Garden, Yoga Garden, Alba Garden and Leutea Garden, etc. There are plant-based art installations too. A large garden shaped in form of 'Arogya Manush' (Health Human) is made from growing plants at place of an organ in body according to how they are helpful to that organ. Arogya Cafe provides Gujarati Thali while Wellness Centre provides traditional and natural treatments.
Fun games and rides for children to teach them about healthy diet and habits!
See over 500 species of Cactus and Succulent plants from around the world in Cactus Garden. Next to it is a Butterfly Garden with 38 species of butterfly. Spend 2-3 hours here.
Rajasaurus Narmadensis were the original dinosaur resident of the Narmada Valley. OK, the replica is 3 times the original but worth a selfie with it. 25 feet high and 75 feet long! Two large dino and few small sculptures in small garden. 10-15 min is good enough.
Love pets, go here. Kids will be amazed. Meet Macaws, Cockatoos, Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Persian Cats, Turkeys, Geese, Miniature Ponies, Sheep, Goats etc. One hour may be enough.
Spend 2-4 hours with 186 species of fauna from 17 countries around the world in this 375-acre park. See big cats like an Asiatic Lion, a Royal Bengal tiger, a Black Panther, and Leopards as well as deer, antelopes, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, bison, wildebeest, onyx. Some exotic animals are there too including exotic animals including alpaca, llama, wallaby and hippo.
Has more than 1,000 colourful local and exotic birds from India and the world.
Sun sets and the Glow Garden light up. A place of magical lights. Best to visit after 7PM light show. Kids love it.
A landscaped garden along the beautiful Narmada river with an excellent view of the Statue of Unity. Large number of native flowers, trees, shrubs, grasses and bamboo species are planted here. Selfie zones for taking photos. Takes about 1.5 hours to explore.
For Botany lovers, a 5-acre garden with plants gathered from around the world. There are rest huts, a souvenir shop and a small refreshment shop.
Bhul Bhulaiya
A largest vegetation maze in India to get lost! Spread over an area of 3-acre and has 2100 metre-long path. Designed in shape of religious shriyantra by planting 1.8 lakh plants.
2-acre park named after Japanese botanist who developed fast foresting technique. Includes native flower garden, timber garden, fruit garden, medicinal plant garden, a Miyawaki zone of mixed species, and a digital orientation centre.
Dam can be viewed from multiple viewpoints. Best seen from View Point 3 but need to hike a steep slope to reach there.
Dyke-1
Water from dam comes to 250 MW hydropower plant here and then left in Dyke-1.
Dyke-2
Smallest of all four dykes. A net prevents crocodiles from going in the canals from here.
Dyke-3
Largest of all four dykes. Drive up and park your car on the road to watch calm waters of lake surrounded by Vindhya mountain range. The lake has more than 200 crocodiles so don't go close. Seaplane was used to land here at water aerodrome but is no longer active. Can enjoy Nauka Vihar (boat ride) here. Has sitting arrangements.
A chute spillway giving picturesque view. The water going downstream is used for Khalwani river-rafting.
Dyke-4
The Narmada canal network which is larger than Indian Railway network starts from here. Width 7m and depth 10m.
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In a 10-minute helicopter ride, you have an excellent aerial view of the Statue of Unity and nearby locations including Sardar Sarovar Dam and the Mountain Range. Each trip carries 5-7 people. Tickets from location.
A 45-minute boat ride in the Narmada river around the Statue of Unity. Ticketing on-location or online.
You can cycle along the Narmada river and dam service road network, and go by mountains, rivers, trees and waterfalls. Book online or rent on location.
Take solo kayaking or group rafting in the fast and steady waters of Khalwani river. This 5-km trip is first rafting route in Western India. Book online or on-location but online recommended as limited slots are available. Age 14-55 years. Taxi pickup and drop at Shreshth Bharat Bhavan parking on self. Have to take Khalwani to Zarvani Eco Tourism Bus Tour to reach the spot where rafting starts. Keep your belongings at lockers at Shresth Bharat Bhavan.
A Hindu ritual venerating river Narmada. Held every evening near Shoolpaneshwar Mahadev temple. Reach early to get good seat. Capacity for 6000 people.
Boat ride
Enjoy natural beauty upstream the dam. 45-minute ride in Dyke-3 (Panchmuli lake) and Dyke-4 (Khalwani lake) of Sardar Sarovar. Pick up and drop at Bus Bay. Reach at Bus Bay 30 min before ticket slot.
Water released from Godbole Gate creates a perennial stream of water where adventure and camp activities are held. For stay in tree house and tents, book in advance.
Cycle in the nature!
Enjoy cycling amid trees with your partner. Slots at every two hrs starting at 6AM, recess noon-2PM, end at 8PM.
Called 'Flame of the Forest', the Kesuda trees are known by many different names. During cold season, these bright orange flowers covers the trees and gives a fantastic beauty. Pick up from Bus Bay. After reaching by bus, trek some distance and enjoy Kesuda tea. Buy some Kesuda products.
with 2 bedrooms, dining and drawing rooms, kitchen, upper and front decks with mix Kashmiri and Gujarati interiors.
Winger Bus
Catch bus at every 30 min. Covers 7 major attractions including Vishwa Van, Dino Trail, Khalwani Eco-Tourism Campsite, Aarogya Van, Ekta Nursery, Cactus Garden and Butterfly Garden, Zarwani Falls and Adventure Zone. Operated by Gujarat Forest Department. Book online or buy offline at ticket booth at Bus Bay. Takes about 5 hr to visit all attractions peacefully. Can get off to visit a place and get on the next bus on same ticket.
Ultrabus
Cover about 15 stops for sightseeing with a guide explaining at each place. No getting off, view only from bus. Starts from Bus Bay. 45-km route takes about 2 hrs to complete. Can catch bus at every 15 min from any stop but have to continue on same bus else have to buy new tickets. 35 seats capacity.
Taste best Indian and International cuisines here.
Fastfoods and refreshment drinks.
Entry within complex is on Statue of Unity ticket only.
milk-based drinks, ice-creams, sandwiches, burger, patties, puff.
Fastfoods and snacks such as pizza, pasta, dosa and french fries etc are available here.
Drink tea and have snacks. Lunch of traditional tribal thali (dish) needs online booking.
11-acre luxury resort.
River View and Garden View Rooms, dining facilities, swimming pool, gym.
Has a multicuisine restaurant.
Government Guest House
Government employees can avail rooms here at reasonable cost.
This mall offers handicraft and handloom products from all across India. 20 state exhibits to shop.
Educate yourself about plant and at the same time provide livelihood to local people.
By train
Trains are the easiest and least costly way to reach. People can board trains from Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Varanasi, Rewa in Madhya Pradesh, Ahmedabad, and Pratapgarh in Uttar Pradesh.
By bus
There are bus stands at both the station and the Bus Bay for state-operated GSRTC buses.
By car
The roads leading to Kevadia are excellent. From Bharuch, from NH48, catch SH64 and then SH5 to reach Garudeshwar. From there, a four-lane road takes to Kevadia.
Ticket
By bus
Free Bus Service ply along the route as below. You need to have any type of Statue of Unity ticket to use it. 45-seat Volvo Buses. Every 15 min. Note: Do not catch Eco-Tourism/Circular Route Buses.
By car
The places near Ekta Gate and on the opposite bank of the river which are outside restricted zone can be visited by private vehicles.
By autorickshaws
Alternatively, you can hire pink electric auto-rickshaws run by local women for fixed charges between locations. Hire from Bus bay, Valley of Flower and Shresth Bharat Bhavan Bus Stops.
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