Kantharpur Banyan Tree is the newest tourist attraction in Gandhinagar, Gujarat

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The 500-year-old Kantharpur Vad or the Mini Kabirvad is the latest addition to the list of religious tourism sites in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The massive Kantharpur banyan tree and the area around it will undergo developmental work like landscaping, creation of meditation spaces, exhibition halls, pathways and gathering areas.


The site will be called Kantharpur Mahakali Vad, and is currently being developed by the Gujarat Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board.

The Kantharpur banyan tree is spread across over half an acre, and is already a popular religious site among the locals. The site gets a pretty good number of visitors from all over the state and other parts of the country as well.


Kantharpur Mahakali Vad will be joining the list of religious tourism sites in Gandhinagar which includes attractions like the Akshardham Temple, Adalaj Trimandir, Mini Pawagadh, Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Mandir and Vasaniya Mahadev Temple.


Apart from these religious sites, Gandhinagar also has plenty of interesting places that one can explore. For instance, the magnificent Adalaj Stepwell is an architectural marvel. Sarita Udyan is a popular local picnic spot; Puneet Van is a botanical garden inspired by Hindu mythology, and the Craftsmen Village is a good place to shop for local arts and handicrafts. There are many other local attractions one can explore.

1. What are Gandhinagar’s top tourist attractions?
   Gandhinagar is a very popular religious tourism destination. Akshardham Temple, Adalaj Trimandir, Mini Pawagadh, Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Mandir and Vasaniya Mahadev Temple are the most popular attractions.
2. How to reach Gandhinagar from Ahmedabad?
   You can either take a direct taxi from Ahmedabad to Gandhinagar (45 minutes away) or take the state transport bus.
3. Which is the capital of Gujarat – Ahmedabad or Gandhinagar?
   Gandhinagar is the capital of Gujarat. Ahmedabad is its twin city and also the largest city in the state.