Ahmedabad is India’s sixth-largest city and is also India’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is the commercial hub of Gujarat.
Things to do in Ahmedabad
Enjoy the view: The Sabarmati skyline tour provides an adrenaline rush while ziplining across the Sabarmati river.
Visit the Mahatma’s Ashram: The Sabarmati Ashram was the place from where Mahatma Gandhi began ‘Dandi March’ in 1930.
Take a look at one of the finest textile museums in the world: The Calico Textile Museum displays a collection of textiles dating back to the 17th century.
Tourist attractions in Ahmedabad
Sidi Sayed Mosque: Visit this outstanding piece of architecture praised for its amazing carved screen made out of a single rock.
Bhadra Fort: Built during the Maratha rule in 1411, the fort adds a special charm to the city which has the royal palace with beautiful gardens.
Heritage Houses of Poles: The structures are around 600 years old and are home to the Ahmedabadi traditional families.
Akshardham Temple: The temple is located about 20 km from the city and comprises a rich and varied architecture.
Places to shop in Ahmedabad
The first textile mill was set up in Ahmedabad in 1861. The city has a long history of being famous for its fabrics and clothing. Some of the places popular for shopping include Rani No Hajiro Cloth Market, Lal Darwaja Market, Deepkala Silk Heritage and Raipur Gate Market.
Best time to visit Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad on average experiences high temperatures which range between 40 and 47-degree celsius. The city experiences pleasant weather between November and February which makes it a great time to enjoy the city view.
Modes of transport in Ahmedabad
One can move around the city via the local bus service which covers a wide area in Ahmedabad. You will also spot the auto-rickshaws on the streets which are much cheaper than taxis and in case you wish to travel more conveniently there are app-based taxi services available as well.
Weather in Ahmedabad
The city experiences a hot and humid climate apart from the monsoon season. Ahmedabad has a high temperature from March to June which is followed by a humid climate and heavy rains during monsoon. It is advisable to visit the city during the winter months when the temperature is pleasant.
Airport in Ahmedabad
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport serves the city of Ahmedabad as well as Gandhinagar. You can take off to a number of destinations from this city with Ahmedabad to Kochi, Ahmedabad to Jodhpur, Ahmedabad to Guwahati, Ahmedabad to Bhopal and Ahmedabad to Vijayawada flights, giving you the best inflight travel experience
IATA code: AMD