About Butterfly Garden
The Butterfly Garden is a dedicated eco-tourism garden in Ekta Nagar (Kevadia), Narmada District, Gujarat, developed as part of the Statue of Unity tourism circuit near the Sardar Sarovar Dam. Spread over about 6 acres, it conserves habitat for more than 70 butterfly species with host and nectar plants, landscaped pathways, water features and interpretation displays. It offers an educational nature experience focused on butterfly life cycles, biodiversity conservation and photography within the Narmada valley landscape.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a landscaped open garden with paved walkways, flowering nectar and host plants, small water features and shaded seating areas. The garden has interpretation boards explaining butterfly life cycles, species identification and plant associations, along with photo points and open areas where numerous butterfly species can be observed flying freely, especially in sunny morning hours. The setting is tranquil and educational within the Statue of Unity complex.
Key highlights
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6-acre landscaped garden dedicated to butterfly conservation near the Statue of Unity
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Habitat for over 70 butterfly species with diverse host and nectar plants
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Educational interpretation displays on butterfly life cycle and biodiversity
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Scenic walkways, water features and photography spots
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Part of Ekta Nagar eco-tourism circuit alongside Valley of Flowers and Cactus Garden
History of Butterfly Garden
Developed as part of the Statue of Unity tourism project at Kevadia (now Ekta Nagar) to promote eco-tourism, biodiversity conservation and environmental education alongside the Sardar Sarovar Dam and Statue of Unity complex.
Route
| By air | Vadodara Airport (BDQ) is the nearest airport, about 90 km away; Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) is the next major airport |
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| By train |