Description

Located on the banks of River Sabarmati, Ahmedabad is the largest city in Gujarat. Ahmedabad was founded in 1411 by Sultan Ahmed Shah and hence the name 'Ahmedabad'. Earlier it was also the capital of Gujarat. Now, Ahmedabad acts as the hub of trade and commerce in Gujarat. However, it also holds majestic monuments, which remind us of the historical and cultural past of Ahmedabad. Ahmedabad is also has picturesque lakes and riverfronts which make the destination a visually appealing one too. One can also find bits of Gandhi heritage here.

How To Reach

Ahmedabad Airport named as SardarVallavbhai Patel International Airport connects the city to all major domestic and international destinations. It is 14km away from the city center of Ahmedabad.
Located at Kalupur area, at a distance of around 6 km from the city center, Ahmedabad railway station connects the city to all major cities of India. Travelers can avail services of buses, taxis and rickshaws from the station, in order to reach any part of the city.

Best Time to Visit

Ahmedabad is a hot place. Therefore, winters are the best time to visit Ahmedabad as the weather is mild and pleasant and is a great time to enjoy the sights of the city.

Hotel Range

2000/- to 9000/- average price range per room per night excluding Tax and GST.
There are other options of premium accommodations at a higher range.

Tips

Visit Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple, Dada Hari Wav, Sabarmati and Gandhi Ashram, World Vintage Car Museum, Kankaria Lake and Zoo, Hathisingh Jain Temple, SidiSaiyyed Mosque, Kamala Hehru Zoo, JhuntaMinar, Calico Textile Museum, Jama Masjid, ISKON Temple, SardarVallavbhai Patel Museum, Bhadra Fort, Sanskar Kendra, Vechaar Utensils Museum, SarkhejRoza, Tomb and Mosque of Ahmed Shah, Vastraour Lake, etc.
Some of the other things you must experience include watching a movie at Sunset Drive in Cinema, shopping handicrafts and garments at Law Garden, taking a heritage walk, satiating your hunger pangs at Manek Chowk, and reliving your childhood at the Kite Museum.
Go on a day's excursion to Lothal, the 4,500-year-old city that was discovered in 1954. Dating as old as the second millennium B.C, Lothal was an important port on the Indian subcontinent during the Harappan era. Lothal is an important archeological site, which rose to importance due to the scientific layout and a massive dockyard that facilitated trade with other civilizations of the olden times.