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Kevadia (Ekta Nagar)

Kevadia (Ekta Nagar)

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Kevadia, now officially Ekta Nagar, is home to the Statue of Unity — at 182 metres, the tallest statue in the world — on the banks of the Narmada River.

State
Gujarat
Type
City
Best season
Winter
Things to do
3+

Kevadia, now officially Ekta Nagar, is home to the Statue of Unity — at 182 metres, the tallest statue in the world — on the banks of the Narmada River. Once a quiet settlement, it has been developed into a large tourism hub with theme gardens, a safari park, viewpoints and adventure activities.

When to go

October to March is the window, with excellent ambient daytime temperatures and pleasant, refreshing river breezes during the evening hours.

Why visit

See the record-breaking Statue of Unity and its viewing gallery, catch the evening light-and-laser show, and explore the gardens, safari park and river activities nearby.

Cultural notes

The town focuses on celebrating national unity and integration, showcasing regular traditional folk dance performances and music programs highlighting the rich tribal legacy of the Narmada district.

How to reach

By Train: The state-of-the-art Ekta Nagar Railway Station (EKNR) connects directly to major cities across India. By Air: Vadodara Airport (BDQ) is the closest domestic airport, situated roughly 90 km away. By Road: Seamlessly accessible via well-paved state highways from both Vadodara and Ahmedabad.

2 days in Kevadia (Ekta Nagar)

Take the whole plan, or add any single stop.

Statue of UnityDay 1

Day 1

Statue of Unity

At 182 metres, the tallest statue in the world — Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, independence leader and independent India's first deputy prime minister and home minister, standing above the Narmada facing the Sardar Sarovar dam, about a hundred kilometres south-east of Vadodara. Announced by Narendra Modi as Gujarat's chief minister in 2010, built by Larsen and Toubro from October 2013 at a cost of ₹27 billion, designed by the sculptor Ram V. Sutar, and inaugurated on 31 October 2018, which would have been Patel's 143rd birthday.

Valley of Flowers

Day 1

Valley of Flowers

A landscaped garden of about twenty-four hectares along the Narmada below the Statue of Unity — planted rather than wild, and not to be confused with the national park of the same name in Uttarakhand.

Day 1

Laser & light show

Laser & light show

Day 2

Day 2

Jungle Safari & Cactus Garden

Jungle Safari & Cactus Garden

Day 2

Ekta Cruise on the Narmada

Ekta Cruise on the Narmada

Zarwani Waterfall

Day 2

Zarwani Waterfall

Inside the Shoolpaneshwar sanctuary a short drive from Kevadia, and it only runs properly during and just after the monsoon. There is an eco-campsite at the bottom and a short walk in.

Food & cuisine

Signature dishes and local flavours to look for in Kevadia (Ekta Nagar).

8 dishes

Gujarati Thali

Gujarati Thali

Local sweet-savoury thali

Food-court fare

Tourist-complex dining

Fafda-Jalebi

Gujarati snacks

Dhokla

Gujarati snacks

Sev Tameta

Gujarati vegetable dishes

Undhiyu

Gujarati vegetable dishes

Chikki

Chikki

Buttermilk and brittle

Chaas

Chaas

Buttermilk and brittle

Kevadia (Ekta Nagar) guide & itineraries

Kevadia (Ekta Nagar) is perfect for

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Nearby getaways

Vadodara

~1.5 hrs

Surat

~2.5 hrs

Shopping

Visit the dedicated Ekta Tribal Craft Market located near the main complex to buy authentic tribal handicrafts, hand-woven textiles, bamboo items, and traditional jewelry sourced directly from local indigenous communities.

Frequently asked questions

How can I book tickets for the Statue of Unity viewing gallery?
Tickets must be purchased online via the official booking portal. Booking in advance is critical as daily slots for the high-rise viewing gallery are strictly limited.
Can I visit Kevadia using public transportation?
Yes, Kevadia is connected by direct train lines to major hubs, and the state-run GSRTC bus network operates regular premium and budget-friendly routes to the town.
How tall is the Statue of Unity?
182 metres - the tallest statue in the world, honouring Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
How do I reach Kevadia?
It has its own railway station (Ekta Nagar); Vadodara (about 90 km) is the nearest big city and airport.

Things to do

How to spend your time in Kevadia (Ekta Nagar).

Statue of Unity

The world's tallest statue (182 m), of Sardar Patel

Viewing Gallery

Ride up to the statue's chest-height gallery

Valley of Flowers & Arogya Van

Landscaped gardens along the Narmada

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The places in Kevadia (Ekta Nagar) most people come for.

Valley of Flowers

Valley of Flowers

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Zarwani Waterfall

Zarwani Waterfall

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