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The former capital city of Kazakhstan, now a sprawling metropolis and cultural hubbub, Almaty is a hidden gem very few know about. Almaty enjoys the beautiful backdrop of snow-laden mountains of Medeo, the new tradition of ski resorts, upscale malls and restaurants. The winters here are fun and you can taste the delicious wild apples from the markets.
Best Time to Visit
The warm months of June to September are the best time to visit Almaty. During this time, the temperature is moderate and people look out for sightseeing. December to February experience harsh winters, but offer tourists ice skating and skiing activities. 
Places to Visit
The Kazakhstan Museum of Arts, Republic Square, the Central State Museum and the Kazakh Museum of Folk Musical Instruments offer a glimpse into the culture and history of the city with historic artefacts, Kazakh harps, and contemporary works of several artists. The ski resorts of Medeo and Shymbulak and Big Almaty Lake are the places to unwind and observe. Panfilov Park located in the city centre houses the Zenkov Cathedral is also a must-visit place. Some other attractions in the city you can visit include Abay Opera House, Kok-Tube Hill, The Republic Palace, Almaty Zoo and Almaty Central Mosque. There are many hiking trails that lead to beautiful mountains, so if you have a thrill-seeker inside you then you can definitely undertake this activity. While you are there, do not miss out on relaxing your traveller’s muscles with the Arasan Baths. Several shopping malls and boutiques are emerging which are relatively expensive. Green Bazaar is a good place to buy souvenirs from exotic fruit to handmade artefacts. Book best hotels in Almaty from Goibibo. 
Food and Restaurants
Kazakh people take pride in their regional dish but praise continental dishes as well. You will find many Georgian, Korean, Indian restaurants in the vicinity. Tandoor, Venetsia, My Cafe, Manga Sushi, Daredzhani, Zheti Kazyna and Khodja Nasreddin are some popular dining places in the city. Some of the recommended Kazakh dishes include Beshbarmak, Manty, Laghman, Kazy, Plov, Pelmeni, Baursaki and Shish Kebab. Kumiss and Shubat are Almaty’s traditional beverages. 
Transportation
Almaty International Airport (AIA) is located around 25 km away from the city centre. The airport receives several regular and direct flights from Amsterdam, Paris, Hongkong, Dubai, Delhi and more. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to international flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for the cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Buses, taxis and cabs are a viable option to reach the city from the airport. Book taxis in advance to save time and cost. Train services run between many cities of Russia and Almaty. The public transport include subways, trams, metro and buses.

Locally called Baroda, Vadodara is a popular commercial city in Gujarat. Vadodara houses many big as well as small corporations such as IBM, Wipro, Reliance and firms from pharmaceutical, IT and automation sectors. These firms are the reason that there are many non-Vadodara citizens who have come to the city for work. 
Best Time to Visit
Winter months from October to March is a good time to visit Vadodara when the weather is favourable. 
Places to Visit
Laxmi Vilas Palace, dating back to 1890, is a stunning palace with impressive architecture, well-manicured gardens and sculptures. Nearby, Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum has a rich collection of Asian and European artefacts and prestigious oil paintings. Some of the notable attractions in the city that reflect the rich architectural style are Maharaja Sayajirao University, Baroda Museum, Picture Gallery and Tomb of Qutub-ud-din Muhammed Khan. Tambekar Wada is a hidden Maratha Mansion where you can awe at the frescoes and murals on the walls and ceilings. Champaner-Pavagadh, Sayaji Bagh, Tribal Academy, Kirti Mandir are other notable attractions to visit. For best deals at hotels in Vadodara visit Goibibo.
Hotels and Restaurants
The restaurants in Vadodara serve a wide variety of food from Gujarati thali to continental dishes. Sev Usal, Vada Pav, Farsan, Poha, Kachori, Jalebi and Pav Bhaji are some known street foods you can try. Millennium Restaurant, Barbeque Nation, Barista Lavazza Coffee Bar, Peshawari, Kalyan Restaurant, City South Corner, Goodies and Hotel Sayaji are some known restaurants in the city.
Vadodara offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Vadodara to Luxury Hotels in Vadodara / Resorts in Vadodara, from 5 star Vadodara hotels to service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Vadodara to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Vadodara, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Vadodara for stay are near Vadodara Airport, Alkapuri, Akota, Sayaji Gunj and Station Road. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
Transportation
Vadodara Airport (BDQ) is a domestic airport that is connected to various airports in India by popular air carriers. IndiGo and Air India provide time and cost-saving direct flights to Mumbai and the national capital, Delhi. The nearest international airport is in Ahmedabad which is within a two and a half hours distance. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. The road and rail transport systems are also well-maintained. The Vadodara Junction Railway Station is the main junction in the city. From here you can catch trains like Shatabdi, Rajdhani and several other long-distance and short-distance trains. STC bus station located nearby Vadodara Junction is the main Vadodara bus station from where you can catch numerous long-haul and short-haul buses. For getting around the city, buses and auto-rickshaws are perfect options.