Ahmedabad

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Ahmedabad is a colorful city where one can enjoy the better things of life, be it food or amusement. The Walled City in Ahmedabad takes one down the memory lane, making one aware of the city's glorious past.Ahmedabad, the city of Ahmed Shah (Medieval ruler of Gujarat), is known for its rich past and its association with the Mahatma (Great Soul), also known as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi.

Ahmedabad is one of the most liveliest cities in Gujarat and the sixth largest city of India. Apart from beging the capital of the state, it is also one of the major business cities of Gujarat. Although it is not very well-known as a "tourist" place, it is certainly worth a visit.

Banks of River Sabarmati. Ahmadabad was once the capital of Gujarat. The city is known for its textile industry. People speak Gujarati, Hindi and English. The main festivals celebrated include Navaratri, Diwali, Holi and Id. Durin Navaratri, people perform Ras Garba, the fold dance of Gujarat.

Some places of tourist interest are the Siddhi Bashir Mosque, the Akshardham Temple, Kankaria Lake and the Kite Museum.

Tourist attractions
  • Monument
  • Heritage site
  • Fort
  • Altitude 53 m
    District Ahmedabad
    State Gujarat
    Region West India
    Area 8,707 Sq Km
    Population (2010 estimate) 3,959,432 (~39.6 lakh)
    Languages
  • Gujarati
  • Hindi
  • English
  • Temperature and Rainfall
  • Rain Fall: 93.2cm
  • Summer: Min 25°C - Max 45°C
  • Winter: Min 15°C - Max 35°C
  • Best Seasons
  • Winter: November - February
  • Summer: April - June
  • Clothing  
    Nearby Railway Stations AHMEDABAD Junction - ADI
    Nearby Airports Ahmedabad Airport (IXD)
    Nearby Places Baroda
    STD Code 079
    Pincode Range 380025
    Other Names  
    Literacy 79.8%
    Co-ordinates 23.045932, 72.571564
    Wikipedia Links
  • Ahmedabad
  • History of Ahmedabad
  • Sun Temple Modhera
  • Indira Gandhi International Airport