Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad, in western India, is the largest city in the state of Gujarat. Founded in the 15th century, Ahmedabad is the largest city in the state of Gujrat. The city is a vibrant business district and rising centre of education, information technology and scientific industries. Divided in two – the old city and the new city; The city offers different moods right from the hustle-bustle of C.G. Road in the heart of Ahmedabad to the quite retreat of of the Sabarmati Ashram. Ahmedabad enjoys a thriving cultural tradition, being the centre of Gujarati cultural activities and diverse traditions of different ethnic and religious communities. Popular celebrations and observances include Uttarayan – an annual kite-flying day on 14 January and the nine nights of Navratri – celebrated with people performing Garba – the folk dance of Gujarat – at venues across the city. Across the river, the Calico Museum of Textiles, once a cloth merchant’s mansion, has a significant collection of antique and modern fabrics.

Attractions in Ahmedabad: Sabarmati Ashram, Bhadra Fort, Adalaj Stepwell, Akshardham Temple, Kankaria Lake, KamalaNehru Zoo, Juma Masjid, Calico Textile Museum, Jhulta Minara, Sidi Saiyyed Mosque.