Gujarat Science City
Gujarat Science City, located in Hebatpur, Ahmedabad, is a part of Gujarat government's initiative to draw more students towards education in science. The center hosts an IMAX 3D theatre, an energy park, a hall of science, Planet Earth, an amphitheatre, Life Science Park and dancing musical fountains among others.[1] The center also provides housing for students preparing for science exams. For last few years, a program called "Vacation Training Program on Bioresources for school children" is being organised by Science city with the help of government funds to encourage students regarding Bioresources. It is a month-long program for students who gave their SSC exams, each from every district of the state.[2]
 Gujarat science city | |
  Location within Ahmedabad | |
| Formation | May 2001 |
|---|---|
| Type | Science Centre |
| Legal status | Government |
| Purpose | Educational |
| Headquarters | Ahmedabad |
| Coordinates | 23°4′48″N 72°29′46″E |
Parent organization | State Government of Gujarat |
| Website | https://scity.gujarat.gov.in/ |
As of 2012, Science City is awaiting the opening of a long-anticipated Earth Pavilion - an earth-shaped dome created in 2009 whose goal is to showcase live experiences with natural disasters. The Pavilion will detail each continent and allow visitors to participate in hands-on activities. [3]
References
- Paliwal, Priyansha (22 July 2019). "Science City- Everything you need to know ranging from timings to ticket prices". Ashaval.com. Retrieved 8 October 2020.
- Yagnik, Bharat (6 November 2010). "Share on emailShare on printShare on reddit More Sharing Services Science city to build hostels for students". Times of India. Retrieved 12 July 2012.
- Shastri, Parth (22 June 2012). "Will Earth Pavilion see light of the day soon?". Times of India. Retrieved 12 July 2012.
