Vyara was a key town in the Baroda State, serving as the main entrance to the important Navsari district. Under the Gaekwad kings, it grew from a small outpost into a busy center for trade and modern development. Gaekwad Killa The Vyara Fort, often referred to locally as the Gaikwad Killa, stands as a quintessential Maratha stronghold in the heart of Vyara town. The fort was constructed…
Dam
Nestled in the tranquil village of Kadarpur, just four miles (6.4 km) from Kheralu, Shree Chimnabai Sarovar stands as a testament to the visionary ruler, Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. Initiated in 1899/1900 and completed in 1905-06, this impressive water body was created to honor the memory of his beloved wife, Chimnabai II. Engineering Marvel The construction of the tank involved…
Opened on March 8, 1930, Pratappura Sarovar, also known as Pratapsinh Tank, was commissioned by the visionary ruler Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. This reservoir was designed to supplement water supply to the Sayaji Sarovar/Ajwa Reservoir during periods of low rainfall in the Ajwa Basin area. Constructed at a cost of Rs. 3,85,000, Pratapsingh Tank covers a vast catchment area spanning…
Commissioned in 1885 by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III, the reservoir was mainly built to provide a clean source of drinking water. Also known as the Sayaji Sarovar, the dam was built at a cost of about Rs. 34 lakh. The foundation ceremony of the dam was conducted by Lady Watson, the wife of the British Resident, Watson. The Problem and…