All about Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad is the largest city in the state of Gujarat. Located on the banks of Sabarmati river, it is the seventh-largest tributary in India, and is also called Amdavad. The city was the capital of the state before 1970 and is now the administrative centre of the Ahmedabad region. Ahmedabad enjoys a growing cultural tradition, being the centre of Gujarati cultural activities and cultural diversity of ethnic and religious communities. Popular festivals of the city include Uttarayan, the day of the annual kite flight on January 14th. Nine nights of Navratri are celebrated with people performing Garba, the traditional Gujarat dance. Deepavali is celebrated with lights throughout the house, decorating the floor with rangoli and explosives. The people of Ahmedabad enjoy rich cooking traditions. There are many restaurants, offering a variety of Indian and international cuisine. Most grocery stores use only vegetables, as a strict vegetarian diet is maintained by Jain and Hindu city communities. The world's first vegetarian Pizza Hut opened in Ahmedabad.
Things Ahmedabad is best known for
- Top government bodies: Amdavad Municipal Corporation, Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (AUDA), Physical Research Laboratory, Agricultural Produce Market Committee, District Planning Office, Ahmedabad Janmarg Ltd., Agricultural Produce Market Committee, District Supply Office
- Heritage monuments: Sabarmati Ashram, Bhadra Fort, Teen Darwaza, Panch Kuwa gate, Bhadra Tower, Shah Khupai's Masjid
- Religious sites: Akshardham Temple, Swami Narayan Mandir, Hutheesingh Temple, Shree Jagannath Temple, Modhera Sun Temple
- Shopping hubs: Ahmedabad One Mall, Shree Balaji Agora Mall, CG Square Mall
- Parks and gardens: Riverfront Flower Park, Law Garden, Butterfly Park
Airport address: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Hansol, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380003
IATA code: AMD
The airport is located about 12 kms from the main city. With its integrated terminal building, the airport offers international and domestic flights to various other cities within the country and abroad.