Ahmedabad
is the commercial center of Gujarat. It is the sixth largest city in
India and boasts of a flourishing industrial sector. There are a number
of places worth seeing on sightseeing tours of Ahmedabad. It is also a
major tourist spot, owing to the fact that it offers a wide variety in
terms of tourist attractions. From lakes to museums, from historical
monuments to religious places, you have got it all. It also houses the
famous Sabarmati Ashram, which holds great importance for the followers
of the Gandhi school of thought. They come here to pay homage to the
father of the nation and remember his sacrifice for the Indian
independence.Adalaj Vav
Adalaj is a small village, situated at a distance of 18 km to the north of Ahmedabad. Vav means a step well. Adalaj Vav was built by Queen Rudabai, in 1499 AD.
Bhadra Fort
Bhadra Fort is one of the majestic buildings in the city of Ahmedabad. The fort was constructed by Sultan Ahmed Shah in the year 1411 AD. It houses a number of palatial buildings, along with the sprawling Nagina Baugh.
Calico Museum of Textiles
Calico Museum of Textiles is one of the finest museums to be set up in India. It was inaugurated in the year 1949 by the then Prime Minister of India, Jawahar Lal Nehru.
Jumma Masjid
Jumma Masjid of Ahmedabad is one of the most beautiful mosques in India. It was built in the year 1423 by the founder of the city, Sultan Ahmed Shah, and is located in the old city.
Rani Roopmati Mosque
Rani Roopmati Mosque, situated towards the north of Ahmedabad, is a historic monument built by Sultan Mehmud Beghara. It is named after his Hindu wife Rani Roopmati and was constructed during the period of 1430 to 1440 AD.
Sabarmati Ashram
Sabarmati Ashram is situated on the banks of River Sabarmati. It was founded in the year 1917 AD and is also known as Gandhi Ashram or the Harijan Ashram. The ashram once served as the residence of the Father of the Nation.
Sarkhej Roza
Sarkhej Roza is a small city, located 10 km towards the southwest of Ahmedabad. It is known for its beautiful architectural complexes. The complex houses a mausoleum and a mosque.
Sardar Patel National Memorial
Sardar Patel National Memorial is one of the most important buildings in Ahmedabad city of Gujarat. It is a museum as well as an exhibition center, dedicated to the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Teen Darwaza
Teen Darwaja is a triple arched gateway, situated in the city of Ahmedabad. It is the landmark of the city and is an architectural masterpiece. The gateway was built by the founder of Ahmedabad, Sultan Ahmed Shah.
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