Opened in 1929, Shivaji Chitra Bhavan, located near the Music College, was Baroda’s first cinema house to feature a cinemascope screen. Originally named Chitra Bhavan, the theatre was known for showing silent films in its early days. The Evolution of the Theatre In 1969, the theatre was damaged during riots but was soon renovated and reopened as Prince Cinema (Talkies)….
July 2017
Imagine strolling down a road enveloped in the gentle shade of towering trees, with warm sunlight filtering through lush green foliage and the air enriched with earthy fragrances. This picturesque scene brings to mind the historic Indira Avenue, now commonly known as Jail Road. Originally, Indira Avenue was narrower and lined with an impressive 800 Banyan trees, planted in the…