Vikram Sarabhai Space Exhibition Centre

Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad is a city in western India.The Sabarmati River runs through its center. Ahmedabad is famous for its textile industry and is known as the textile hub of India.

Brief History

The kid-friendly exhibition centre in Ahmedabad is the vision of scientist and astronomer Vikram Sarabhai. This sprawling exhibition lies in the middle of the city and encourages children to see the progress of Indian space programmes. A science playground, laboratories, workshop and even a science shop are engaging components of the entire centre. Participatory activities for children make this an interesting addition to any itinerary for Ahmedabad.

The origin of space related activities dates back to 1966, with the establishment of the Experimental Satellite Communication Earth Station (ESCES), by late Dr Vikram Sarabhai in Ahmedabad.

How to Reach

Vikram Sarabhai Space Exhibition Centre by Bus

By Road

Gujarat has one of the better developed road networks in India. Ahmedabad is well connected with all major cities and towns by road.State and private buses are a great option to travel between smaller towns in the state.

By Train

Major Indian cities are also connected via the Ahmedabad railway station that lies on the western railways network.. The main railway station is located in Kalupur area. This station falls under the prominent national railway circuit and is connected to all major cities of India. India’s first bullet train project will be connecting Mumbai to Ahmedabad by December 2023. It will run at a speed of 320kmph and cover the distance in 3 hours.

Vikram Sarabhai Space Exhibition Centre by Flight

By Air

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport in Ahmedabad connects all major cities in India and key cities abroad to the state.

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