Virasat Van — Attraction in Gujarat

આહલાદક પ્રકૃતિ નજારો. અવનવા વૃક્ષો ની જાણકારી મળી.“Virasat Van” is established in 6.50 ha. of areas at Jepura-Pavagadh, Dist.: Panchmahals during State Level Van Mahotsav celebration, in the year 2011. It is a famous religious site of “Mahakali Mataji”. Pavagadh - Champaner is important site with a historical, spiritual, archaeological, geological point of view. UNESCO has declared this site as a “World Heritage Site ” in the year In the background of this fact, it was decided to establish Sanskritik Van at this place. To involve more & more people with tree plantation, this Sanskritik Van has been divided in to 7 themes (1) Anand Van (2) Arogya Van (3) Aradhya Van (4) Sanskritik Van (5) Aajivika Van (6) Nisarg Van (7) Jaivik Van. Besides this, attractive entrance, bridges, tanks, fountain, van kutir, van kedi, play ground for children, grass plot, cafeteria etc... are the highlights of this site. A large number of tourists visit this cultural forests. Virasat Van was opened to public by Hon’ble Chief Minister during 62nd Van Mahotsav celebration...

I visited this garden near Pavaghad recently and had an unfortunate experience. Upon entering, there was no clear indication of any entry fee or charges, and I spent around two hours enjoying the place. However, after some time, two men approached me and unexpectedly asked for ₹50 per person as a fee, which was quite a shock since no fee was mentioned earlier.

I am unsure if this is a compulsory charge or if I was subject to a scam. This lack of transparency was disappointing, and I hope the management can clarify the fee structure and ensure proper signage to avoid confusion for future visitors. Would recommend better communication of fees...

Virasat Van is the best place to go for a picnic when you visit Pavagadh. Easily Auto is available at a reasonable rate. There is a large garden to play cricket. Slides, swings, and merry-go-round are there for small kids. Benches are available to sit on. Can carry your food. A wooden bridge takes attention for photography. Well-maintained garden haven natural beauty. After visiting the garden, visit the Chinese stall of Mahakali Chinese Centre the tasty food he serves is very smiling and reasonable rate with good quality and quantity in 1 dish 4...