Sightseeing in Kevadia

The Sardar Sarovar Dam is a concrete gravity dam built on the Narmada River near the town of Kevadia, in Narmada District, in the Indian state of Gujarat. The dam was constructed to provide water and electricity to the Indian states of Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan. India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, laid the foundation of the project on 5 April 1961. The project took form in 1979 as part of a development scheme funded by the World Bank through their International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, to increase irrigation and produce hydroelectricity, using a loan of US$200 million.

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 . 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Meet Macaws, Cockatoos, Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Persian Cats, Turkeys, Geese, Miniature Ponies, Sheep, Goats etc. One hour may be enough.

Sun sets and the Glow Garden light up. A place of magical lights. Best to visit after 7PM light show.

An old temple located on the bank of Narmada. The temple aarti rituals are held at 7AM and 8PM every day.

Fun games and rides for children to teach them about healthy diet and habits!