PLACES TO GO,

THINGS TO SEE

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A historical gem built in 1411 by Sultan Ahmad Shah, the fort is a stunning representation of Indo-Islamic architecture, housing beautiful gardens, intricate carvings and the revered Bhadra Kali Temple. Teen Darwaza, an imposing gateway on the eastern side, leads to a bustling market. Climb up to the roof of the fort for a panoramic view of the old city.

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Built in 1848 by a wealthy merchant, this marble masterpiece is dedicated to Lord Dharmanath, the 15th Jain Tirthankara. Ornate pillars, exquisitely decorated columns, carved spires alongwith elegant carvings of dancers, musicians and deities in white marble make it one of the city’s most stunning temples.

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Also known as Amdavad ni Gufa, this distinctive gallery is set underground with only the domed roof shells - finished in dazzling china mosaic with a black serpentine imagery snaking across the surfaces - protruding above the ground level. From the exterior, the gufa (cave) looks like an eccentric work of art, which is fitting as the museum - designed by famous architect Balkrishna Doshi - exhibits works of his dear friend, Indian artist Maqbool Husain. Enter the space through a staircase which is partly hidden, through a circular door to reach the surreal cavern-like space to experience a unique marriage of art and architecture.

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Home to one of the world’s finest collections of antique and modern Indian textiles, this museum displays the full glory of Ahmedabad and India’s textile legacy. Marvel at Kashmiri shawls that took three years to make, and double-ikat fabrics whose 100,000 threads were individually dyed before weaving.

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Built in 1423, one of India’s most beautiful mosques displays an architectural blend of Hindu and Jain influences within a massive tranquil courtyard. Constructed as part of a larger design of the city, it lies south of the processional axis that runs from the Maidan-i Shah with three arches called Teen Darwaza in the old city. The prayer hall’s 260 columns support 15 principal domes at different elevations.

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A treat for antiquarians and photographers, this 72-acre ancient necropolis in sandstone and marble reflects the architectural ambitions of the Gujarat sultans. Eminent Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier is said to have compared it to the Acropolis of Athens. The complex includes a mosque, mausoleums, palace, tank and pavilions that blend Islamic style domes and geometrical shapes blend with Hindu craftsmanship and motifs. Visitors are expected to remove their footwear and cover their head with a piece of cloth before entering this sacred site.

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Nestled in a 2,200-acre estate in Dastaan, one of India’s biggest personal collections of over 200 vintage cars, bikes and buggies is the work of collector Pranlal Bhogilal who founded the Vintage and Classic Car Club of India. Some of it’s highlights include a Rolls-Royce Phantom I, 1926 painted with the colors of India’s flag; a Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost, 1923 and a Hispano Suiza H6C, 1927 custom-built for erstwhile rulers of the Alwar state, fitted with special cabinets to hold rifles and shotguns for their hunting expeditions.

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Known for manicured lawns, vibrant flower beds and charming pathways, the city’s green lungs provide the perfect setting for leisurely walks, family picnics and bird watching. If you’re in the city on a weekend, don’t forget to visit the six-decade old (Ravivari) Sunday Market held here, teeming with second-hand curios and rare finds.

Description :

A historical gem built in 1411 by Sultan Ahmad Shah, the fort is a stunning representation of Indo-Islamic architecture, housing beautiful gardens, intricate carvings and the revered Bhadra Kali Temple. Teen Darwaza, an imposing gateway on the eastern side, leads to a bustling market. Climb up to the roof of the fort for a panoramic view of the old city.

Description :

Built in 1848 by a wealthy merchant, this marble masterpiece is dedicated to Lord Dharmanath, the 15th Jain Tirthankara. Ornate pillars, exquisitely decorated columns, carved spires alongwith elegant carvings of dancers, musicians and deities in white marble make it one of the city’s most stunning temples.

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The flamboyant 15th-century vav (stepwell) will leave you awestruck with its Indo-Islamic architecture and intricately carved pillars supporting five storeys. The opening in the ceilings allow light and air to enter the octagonal well, but direct sunlight never touches the steps, except at noon. Some of the mythological carvings include ami khumbor (a pot containing the water of life) and the kalp vriksha ( tree of life) carved out of a single slab of stone. There is a belief that the small frieze of Navagraha (nine-planets) towards the edge of the well protects the monument from bad omens.