4 / 5 - 2 reviews
How to get there
Seven hours by bus from Jaipur
When to go
From October to March
Minimum stay
2 to 3 days
Ahmedabad (India)
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Philippine Lefas
Practical information on Ahmedabad
Reviews of Ahmedabad
Both Mahatma Gandhi's base and gateway to the sublime state of Gujarat, Ahmedabad also contains some of the most beautiful mosques in India.
My suggestion:
Take the "heritage walk" guided tour of the old city then head off to sample some of the many culinary specialties of this highly colorful state.
My review
There is no better way to begin a visit to Ahmedabad than by taking a guided tour of the old city. The "heritage walk" guides took us right into the heart of this historic quarter, where there is a succession of huge mosques and tiny streets to be found!
Next a change of scene, with a trip to the Sabarmati Ashram, five kilometers from the city center. This ashram was Gandhi's campaign base; the famous Salt March actually set out from here. Gandhi's life and the history of his campaign are retraced at the ashram, and the gardens around it invite relaxation and meditation.
A trip to India wouldn't be complete without a visit to one of the country's typical restaurants, and you'll certainly find something to charm and delight you in Ahmedabad ! Whether it's the dabelis or panipuris sold in the street, or the sumptuous thalis served at the more elaborate restaurants, the Gujaratis certainly know how to combine textures and flavors!
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Saad Akhtar
This sprawling city in Gujarat State is so big that even tuk-tuks get lost...And it's not just to get more money out of tourists!
My suggestion:
Try to reserve your accommodation and the visits you plan to do in advance .
My review
I came across Ahmedabad a bit by chance during my tour and it wasn't my favourite stop...It's hard to fully appreciate such a large town in a short amount of time! It's disorientating - polluted, with a fast-growing population, haphazardly built constructions, major traffic arteries...and lacking the attractions you'll find in Delhi.
If you go, you'll no doubt find interesting things to do! Ahmedabad is Gandhi's town, so make sure you visit the Ashram de Sabarmati, his former residence that's since become a interesting peace museum. A visit to the Textile Museum will give you the chance to see some wonderful materials...but be warned that its opening hours are limited and you're pretty much obliged to reserve in advance if you don't want to find yourself refused entry - like me!
There's also the Jami Masjid Great Mosque - it's beautiful and one of the biggest in the world!
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Philippine Lefas
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