Kirti Mandir

Kirti Mandir is a memorial cenotaph located in Vadodara, Gujarat, near the Vishwamitri Bridge and Sayajigunj area. Built in 1936 by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III, it commemorates deceased members of the Gaekwad royal family. The E-shaped structure features Hindu temple-style shikharas, domes, terraces and balconies, with marble interiors, bronze statues and murals by artist Nandalal Bose depicting the life of Gangadhar Shastri.

Visitors can expect an E-shaped memorial building with a central shikhara adorned with sun, moon and peacock motifs, domes, terraces, balconies and arches. Inside are marble halls with statues of Gaekwad family members, bronze sculptures, and murals by Nandalal Bose. The complex is set in well-maintained gardens near the Vishwamitri River, offering a quiet space for sightseeing, photography of the exterior architecture, and viewing historical exhibits.

Built in 1936 by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III as a cenotaph to commemorate the cremation of his family members. The memorial was designed to honor the Gaekwad dynasty and houses statues and memorials of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III and his family. Murals by Nandalal Bose were commissioned to depict Indian cultural heritage.

Serves as a royal memorial and cultural landmark of Vadodara, reflecting the Gaekwad patronage of art and architecture. The murals and sculptures represent Hindu cultural themes and the city's heritage as a former princely state capital. It is a significant site for understanding Maratha-Gaekwad history and artistic traditions.