Ahmedabad Tour

Sabarmati Ashram

A landmark in the Indian independence movement, this ashram on the banks of River Sabarmati was home to Mahatma Gandhi for 12 years, and the nerve center for the Indian independence movement. Mahatma Gandhi’s residential cottage, Hriday Kunj, has been preserved as it was during his lifetime. The ashram now houses a museum, library, and a photo gallery displaying memorabilia & souvenirs linked with Mahatma Gandhi.

Jama Masjid

Also called Jumma Masjid or the Friday mosque, this 15th-century mosque was built during the reign of Ahmed Shah I, the founder of Ahmedabad. Located in the center of the old city, the mosque is a fine specimen of Indo-Saracenic architecture with lofty domes & tall colonnade, lotus motifs, and intricate carvings.

Sidi Saiyyed Mosque

Built-in 1573, this spectacular mosque is renowned for its exquisitely carved filigree styled windows. The most remarkable amongst these jalis or windows is the sixteen feet Tree of Life motif carved on the right of the central wall arch. This gorgeous artwork has now become the unofficial emblem of Ahmedabad across the world. 

Sidi Bashir Mosque

This beautiful mosque is much known for its three-storied minarets popularly known as the Shaking Minarets. It is believed that if one minaret is shaken, the other one moves too. This inexplicable phenomenon has been a mystery for over five centuries. 

Huthseeing Jain Temple

This elegant temple, built by a wealthy Jain merchant, is dedicated to the 15th Jain Tirthankar, Dharamanatha. A graceful structure in white marble embellished with exquisite carvings, Huthseeing temple is a beautiful work of art. 

Dada Hari Ni Vav (Step Well)

A cascade of elaborately carved steps & columns plummeting down five stories, greet you at this spectacular step-well. Built-in the late 15th century, this stepwell makes an intriguing picture with shafts of lights flitting through the columns and birds & bats flying through its cavernous structure. 

Other Attractions of Ahmedabad

• Kankaria Lake- A beautiful lake with a lot of history & lends attached to it
• Sarkhej Roza- A Grecian styled mosque
• Bhadra Fort- A 15thcentury fort built by Ahmad Shah I
• Adalaj Ni Vav – A stunning step-well
• Auto World Vintage Car Museum

Fairs and Festivals in Ahmedabad

• Navratri- A nine-days celebration of Goddess Durga that comprises of dancing & and cultural gala ,celebrated in October
• International Kite Festival- Kite flying festival celebrated annually on 14th January as Uttarayan
• Saptak Music Festival- A classical music festival held annually from 1st -13th January
• Sanskruti Kunj- A cultural extravaganza celebrated annually in February
• Ahmedabad Heritage Festival- Celebrating the heritage city in the month of November
• Shah Alam Urs Festival- In remembrance of the Sufi Saint and healer Shah Alam

Shopping in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad is a perfect place to buy colorful souvenirs of vibrant Gujarat. Tie & dye & Batik work in dazzling hues, graceful Patola saris, beadwork bags & fabrics, Kathaiwari & Kutchi handicrafts, and a range of irresistible knick-knacks make perfect souvenirs & gifts for your friends & family back home. 

Food in Ahmedabad

A range of delicious sweet-sounding savories like dhokla, thepla, sev-puri, and dal-vada are the delicious snacks of Ahmedabad while the delicious & slightly sweet Gujarati Thali makes a sumptuous meal.

Best Time to Visit

This best time to visit this spectacular heritage city would be in winter months from October to March.

How to Reach

By Air- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad connects the city with major destinations across the world.

By Rail- Ahmedabad is a major railway junction serviced by a network of direct & express trains.

By Road- A well-developed network of roads & highways connect Ahmedabad to all major Indian cities.