March 16, 2012
Culture of
Vadodara
Vadodara is also known as Sanskari
Nagari meaning the cultured city. Formerly known as Baroda, Vadodara is the
cultural capital of the state of Gujarat. The city which witnessed the golden
days during Gaekwads rule is also rich in its culture and traditions. Vadodara
is the most sought after location for Garba in the entire state of Gujarat.
Development during the rule of Gaekwads and after the independence helped Vadodara
to become a cosmopolitan city. Presently Vadodara is a major industrial city in
India and is home to the people from different parts of the country and
therefore Vadodara is also called as the multicultural city. Along with
Gujarati, the official language of the state, Marathi, Hindi and English are
also spoken widely in Vadodara.
People of Vadodara are very proud
of their culture. Entertainment is another important part of social life of the
people of Vadodara. Film studios, theatres, multiplexes etc are found in
abundance in the city. Vadodara is also known for its artworks. Maharaja Fateh
Singh Museum situated in the city displays several beautiful artifacts. Festivals celebrated in Vadodara also form an
integral part of the culture of the people. Navaratri serves to be the biggest
and most charming festival of Vadodara. During the festival people of the city
are found dancing Ras and Garba (folk dance forms of Gujarat). The city of
Vadodara also celebrates major national festival like Deepawali and Dussera
with much fanfare.
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