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Discover Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad (also called Amdavad) is Gujarat's largest city and is India's UNESCO World Heritage City. Its original name was 'Karnavati' but was later changed and named after 15th century ruler Ahmad Shah I.

It is a city of contrasts between the bustling old quarter and the serenity of the Sabarmati Ashram (Gandhi's former headquarters). In between is the new city on the west side of the river. The centuries-old architecture ranges from mosques and mausoleums to contemporary avant-garde design.

There's a whole list of basic facilities In Ahmedabad that makes life for a tourist much easier. From high-quality hotels to friendly, family-run guest houses, banks, travel agents, tour operators, hospitals, pharmacies and attractions, everything you need is within easy reach. The city is also relatively safe, and the people are warm and welcoming, making this a real gem of a destination for the adventure traveller.

Bhadra Fort

There's also Bhadra Fort, which once housed royal palaces and splendid gardens. It boasts the temple of Bhadrakali and was built in 1411 during the Maratha rule.

Sabarmati Ashram

Visit the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi's non-violent movement for India's independence, including the historic Sabarmati Ashram. It remains the largest tourist attraction and lies on the tranquil stretch of the Sabarmati River.

Other Tourist Attractions

Other notable tourist attractions include: Heritage Houses of poles, Akshardham Temple, Science City, International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) temple, and the Kamla Nehru Zoo.

An absolute must-visit is Sidi Sayed Mosque, unique for its exquisite screens in the 10 semi-circular windows. The screens carved out of one rock are just breath-taking.

Shopping

Ahmedabad has a reputation for its textile industries, so if you go shopping ask for the traditional hand embroidered and tie & dye clothes. Most roadside shops have them.

However, don't leave the city without visiting the Silver Centre. Here you will find exquisite jewellery to suit all tastes. The range includes tribal, traditional and contemporary jewellery from various regions in India -- Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujerat, Tamil Nadu, and Kashmir. The prices are affordable and the quality of the goods reliable. The newly opened Alpha One Mall has plenty of shopping places, and you can stop by for a snack too.

Food And Drink

Gujeratis love their food so there are restaurants on every street in Ahmedabad. The locals are mainly vegetarians but with the influx of international and domestic food chains non-vegetarian cuisine has gained in popularity. The highpoint for food for tourists is the traditional 'thali'. It consists of a range of salads, appetizers, snacks, breads, pulses, vegetable curries and sweets - all served in one big tray.

If you are the experimental type, try one of the road side stalls at Manekchawk or the Khau Galli in Law Garden area. Various stalls only open in the evening and stay open till late at night. Don't forget to ask for local favourites like Paani - Puri (Gol Gappa), Indian Chat and Sandwiches. There's even North Indian, Indo-Chinese and continental dishes on offer.