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PRINCIPAL’S LETTER
Principal
Ms. Supriti Chauhan
Delhi Public School,
GBN, Sector 132,
NOIDA
School trips are an incredible opportunity for young minds that
are constantly seeking information, experiences, and acquiring
knowledge. In our experience, when these young minds go
beyond the classroom, they cement and build upon curricular
subjects and lessons. Outdoor learning helps the students
develop a more holistic understanding of themselves, their
skills, their curriculum, and how all this ultimately relates to the
development of the world.
Delhi Public School, GBN, Sector 132, NOIDA, is committed to
create a vital link between learning in the classroom, the students’
inner lives, and the world at large. The aim of our institution is to
take teaching beyond the walls of the classroom, which involves
outward exploration and creativity.
We chose this particular program to Gujarat for its unique
approach to understand the historical and cultural aspects.
We visited several places in Gujarat including Baroda Museum,
Statue of Unity, and Sabarmati Ashram.
Helping us to organise and implement this journey was a
company that specialises in student education travel. EdTerra
Edventures brings over ten years of experience of having helped
over 30,000 students learn from the diversity of our planet. We
are happy to share the success of this collaboration with EdTerra
Edventures. We seek to make our students global citizens
who actively understand and contribute to the United Nations
Sustainable Development Goals. Further, from EdTerra’s travel
curriculum and to develop 21st Century Skills amongst millennial
students, we opted for Student Media Projects, especially
EdTerra’s Travel Journalists Program. This magazine — Student
Travel Chronicle (Gujarat) is a product of our students’ teamwork
to write and collect their journey experiences and impressions
in a comprehensive manner. We hope you will enjoy reading this
Chronicle and have valuable points to take away from students’
experiences.
Finally, we, at Delhi Public School, GBN, Sector 132, NOIDA, would
like to acknowledge our teachers. The success of this journey is
only possible with their responsible and informed efforts. I would
also like to recognise the support and assistance provided by
EdTerra Edventures Private Limited in successfully conducting
this program. We also thank our parents, who remain our most
fervent partners and collaborators for the education of all the
students who study and work together.
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Contents
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03STATUE
OF UNITY
We were pleased after our visit to our
nation’s latest achievement, the Statue
of Unity
06-07
01OUR JOURNEY
Exploring Gujarat was like a cakewalk.
Everyday we rested comfortably rest
at our hotel
02VADODARA CITY
08-09
We were charged up after our visit to
the Baroda Museum and Picture
Gallery

4.
Photographs & Articles
Delhi Public School,GBN, Sector 132,
NOIDA
Journey Mentor(s)
Aayushi Agrawal & Pankaj
Publisher
EdTerra Edventures Private Limited
Chief Editor
Amita Midha
THE
EDTERRA
EDITORIAL
TEAM
04 12-13
AHMEDABAD
Built using all the latest advancements, we
felt like proud Indians on our visit to the
exhibition hall at the Statue of Unity complex
05 14-15
SABARMATI ASHRAM
Once home to Mahatma Gandhi himself, we
visited the Sabarmati Ashram, where we
learnt countless facts about him and his journey
Created as part of EdTerra’s on-journey Student
Media Projects

5.
OUR JOURNEY
01.
Team Members
Our journey started after we woke up at 2.30 a.m. We were nervous, excited and sleepy. It was time to get ready for our first
school trip after lockdown. We were nervous yet excited. We reached the railway station at 4 a.m. and boarded our train. It
was a thirteen-hour long train journey in which we played lots of board and card games. We reached Gujarat safely at 6 p.m.
On day two, we woke up early in the morning and attended a briefing for our trip after our breakfast. Next, we visited the
Baroda museum where we saw beautiful paintings and sculptural marvels in the Picture Gallery. After that, we visited the
Laxmi Vilas Palace. There we saw royal architecture and paintings and this helped us gain some new information. Later in
the night, we attended garba. Though the palace was crowded, we still enjoyed a lot.
On the third day, we again woke up early and had our breakfast. We boarded the bus and after a long passage of time, we
reached our destination. The bus journey was quite entertaining as we all danced in the bus. We walked to the Valley of
Flowers to see the scenic beauty of the place. We all were mesmerised seeing the gorgeous valley. Next, we went to Sardar
Vallabhbhai Patel’s statue, the Statue of Unity. Its height is 182 metres. It is the tallest statue. In the afternoon, we had our
lunch at La Pinoz and enjoyed it a lot.
On day four, we visited the Amul factory in Gujarat. We saw the automatic manufacturing and production of milk and other
dairy products there. Next, we went to see the Sabarmati Ashram that’s situated near the banks of Sabarmati river and was
founded by Mahatma Gandhi. We saw the charkha and the river front and also ate some ice-cream there.
On our fifth day, we woke up late and left for the train at 1 p.m. after playing some board games. Overall, this was a
wonderful experience for us and we learnt a lot!
Aahana, Aditya, Atharv, Hasan, Neelambuj, Rishit, Ryan & Saanvi

6.
OUR JOURNEY
07
Expressing our love for Amul while visiting the
Amul factory
Yeah, it’s our turn to learn! Waiting at the
Statue of Unity, Sardar Sarovar Dam
Excited to receive Knowledge Kits for Gujarat
created by team EdTerra Edventures
Snacking on one of our favourites – La
Pino’s Pizza.

7.
VADODARA CITY
02.
Team Members
Aadrik, Adhiraj, Arahna, Aniha, Annen, Arhaan, Mudit, Parth, Rushmeet & Samridhi
Visit to Vadodara was a memorable and refreshing one. We had a lot of fun travelling in the bus and staying at the hotel with
our fellow mates. We first went to the Baroda Museum and Picture Gallery which has many beautiful artefacts by Maharaja
Sayajirao III. It was designed by Major Mant and R.F. Chisholm. It contained many beautiful pieces including European
statues.
We had a great time at Laxmi Vilas Palace. This palace was established by Maharaja Sayajirao III. The palace depicts the
spirit of secularism and unity. Everyone should visit this place as it depicts the rich diversity and culture of the place along
with its famous cuisine. Vadodara was previously known as Baroda. This city is situated in the state of Gujarat, India. The
name Vadodara suggests ‘in the presence of many Banyan trees’ also known as ‘Vata’. The city has around 25-30 names.
This city was established by the Gaekwad dynasty.
Prime attractions of the city are Baroda Museum, Laxmi Vilas Palace, the traditional dance of Garba, nature gardens and
street markets. The Baroda Museum has many different galleries that depict the rich tradition and culture of the place. This
museum was inaugurated in 1894. It is the third largest museum in India. It has been awarded with more than fifty awards
and certificates. The king purchased all the artefacts from New York and other countries. The museum has a real Egyptian
mummy and a skeleton of a blue whale. In total, it has fifteen galleries of different countries and four sections.
In the Laxmi Vilas Palace, there are many porches having different architectural styles. The palace is spread over an area
of seven-hundred acres, approximately. It has more than one hundred and seventy rooms. This palace has many ancient
paintings as well. Traditional dance of the state, Garba, was performed here with proper traditional costumes on. The
palace is covered with greenery. In conclusion, the trip was very enlightening and we wish to visit the place again in future.

8.
VADODARA CITY
09
Had some amazing time exploring the
exquisite collection of Baroda Museum and
Picture Gallery
We were amazed after encountering such a
rich collection of artefacts that transcends
so many international borders
Had a chirpy time with each other on our
way to the museum
We stopped for a moment to capture our
visit at the Baroda Museum and Picture
Gallery

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STATUE OF UNITY
03.
Team Members
Aarav, Adway, Darsh, Kirti, Munaf, Ojas, Saumya & Siya
Statue of Unity, located in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat holds the Guinness World Record for being the tallest statue. It is dedicated
to Sardar Vallabhai Patel who is known as the Iron Man of India. He received the title ‘Sardar’ for his efficiency and was
greatly appreciated in the Bardoli Andolan.
He also participated in the Salt Satyagraha in 1930, serving three months of imprisonment for doing so.
Along with pursuing his education, he used to help his father from a very young age. Patel completed his education till
seventh grade in Gujarati from a school in Karamsad. Later, he moved to high school at Pettad, a town seven miles from
his home. Patel then moved to London in 1910 with a determination to take his legal career forward. There, he studied at
Middle Temple Inn, completing his barristership with flying colours.
The Statue of Unity is 182 metres tall, built after, approximately, four years of marvellous engineering and hardwork.
Statue of Unity tells us how Sardar Vallabhai Patel united our country and wanted the people to live like a family in our
beloved country, India.
A student can also learn about the partition of India and Pakistan from the history of Sardar Vallabhai Patel’s journey
that led to freedom of our country. There are so many cultures in India and Sardar Vallabhai Patel worked really hard to
unite them and made Indians realise that all of them are equal.

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STATUE OF UNITY
It is incredible that behind us is the tallest statue
in the world
We loved the Valley of Flower for its more than
three hundred types of colourful flowering
plants and unique photo booths
We visited the Statue of Unity Museum, an important
centre where we gained extensive knowledge about
Sardar Patel and his achievements
A heartfelt thanks to the tour guide who
apprised us with both historical contexts and
facts related to the Statue of Unity

11.
Team Members
Ayaan, Dishita, Ekansh, Ishaan, Meher, Tanaya, Udhhav & Vihan
Ahmedabad is a prosperous city. It’s also one of the most famous tourist attractions in Gujarat. We went to the Amul
factory and Sabarmati Ashram located in Ahmedabad. Amul factory is known for its milk products. It is one of the largest
producers of milk products in the whole world. AMUL stands for Anand Milk Union Limited. It procures approximately
26.3 million litres of milk per day. It has hundreds of products of its own.
On 26th November, 2000 on the 80th birthday of Dr V Kurien, Mrs. Molly Kurien declared the opening of a museum on this
day. Dr V Kurien was known as the Father of White Revolution. His birthday is known as the National Milk Day of India.
Tribhuvandas Patel is the founder of Amul. He was going to name it Amulya, meaning something without price but a
person suggested the name as Amul and he carried on with it.
After visiting the Amul factory, we went to Sabarmati Ashram, one of the four ashrams Gandhiji built. It was named after
the river Sabarmati. The ashram is now one hundred and five years old. Maghan bhai Gandhi, the son of Gandhiji’s brother
was also the manager of Sabarmati Ashram. Narmada river is connected to Sabarmati river by the dam. The water flows
from Narmada river for 165 kilometres and merges with Sabarmati river. Overall, the trip was really an experience.
AHMEDABAD
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AHMEDABAD
We felt so honoured to learn about the life and
achievements of Dr V Kurien, the founder of
Amul
Had a fun filled session learning everything
about Amul
Expressing our love for Amul products
Had a fun learning experience at the Amul
factory

13.
Team Members
Aarshita, Aryan, Rayan, Pavni, Pradyun, Saanvi & Vrishti
The Sabarmati Ashram was a place where there was no racism. It was a place of relaxation and people used to live at this
Ashram as part of a community. Gandhiji stayed here from 1917 to 1930. Gandhiji lived in ashrams for many years. The
ashram he lived in was located on the banks of Sabarmati river. The Dandi March also started from here, the Sabarmati
Ashram.
Sabarmati Ashram is a place known for its peacefulness. It is a beautiful place which also tells us a lot about the history
of Gujarat. Many freedom movements started from here, the Ashram itself. Not just the architecture, but the flora and
fauna was also astonishing. Looking at the trees and flowers makes you feel peaceful and gives a sigh of relief. In the
dawned crisp and bright sunny morning, you can get a beautiful view near the Sabarmati river. Not only is the sunrise a
pretty view but looking at the sunset is also a mesmerising one. The hour of dust, with an orangey pink tinged sky near
the banks of Sabarmati river is fascinating. We all enjoyed visiting the Sabarmati Ashram because it made us proud to
visit a place where the ‘Father of the Nation’ lived and fought for our freedom.
SABARMATI ASHRAM
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SABARMATI ASHRAM
Feeling enlightened at the Gandhi Museum inside
the Ashram complex
Learning about how Sabarmati Ashram
embodied Gandhiji’s philosophy
Excitedly exploring the many buildings
inside Sabarmati Ashram complex
Thrilled to be walking on the same pathways
as Mahatma Gandhi

15.
01 We were enthusiastic to get
clicked inside the Statue of
Unity Museum
02 Moments before our visit to the
Statue of Unity
03 Bidding farewell in style to our
hotel that was very comfortable
01
03
02
Moments
06.Say Cheese

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04 Our happy faces after an
educational activity
05 Visited the Unity Glow Garden,
India’s first theme park that
uses illuminated installations
and optical illusions
06 Excitedly waiting for the food
for powering ourselves for our
day
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