Science city

On main roads of Ahmedabad, one could see signboards showing the direction and distance to "science city" and immediately would be tempted to visit there, and so did I. As science city is situated very near to where I stay. Me and classmate started on the afternoon on a sunny sunday, despite the 43' celcius. 

While nearing it, one could see a big model of blue earth approaching towards us. I initially guessed it to be some movie theatre, but it was mere model of earth in science city and nothing related to entertainment. 

Inside science city, first we visited the science exhibition, where India's space achievements, models of satellites and rockets and many other interesting geographical are displayed. The exhibition also consisted of miniature experimens showing the properties of air, water, glass, light and etc. Looked to me like an ideal learning place for a 10th standard student. There was also another exhibition "Energy Park" showing models of alternate energy sources.

The main attraction of science city is, India's only 3D movie theatre. We went to the movie "Under Sea", though we were offered only corner seats. Still, the visuals were awesome and one feels like direclty undersea with the 3D experience. To our disappointment, the movie was over in 45 minutes, in that underground movie theatre. There were also posters for various movies like cyberworld, dinosaur and moon walk, hoping to see some more soon :)  

Apart from these, science city has LED screen for cartoon show, thrill rides, activity centre and laser shows for kids.The area is quiet and serene with neatly maintained lawns and light music from speakers all round. Primarily, it looked like a place where one can spend a weekend with kids, for both education and entertainment. More information can be obtained from www.scity.org.