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the banks of the Sabarmati river in 1411 and thus
named as Ahmedabad. Ahmedabad is also known for its association with
the Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation and is one of
the India's foremost industrial centres. It is a place where
tradition and modernity co-exist in perfect harmony. Sir
Thomas Roe also described Ahmedabad as a "goodly city as
large as London”. In summers the temperature is around 41
degree Celsius and in winters it is around 12 degree
Celsius. The best season to visit the Ahmedabad is from
October to March. Gujarati, Hindi and English are the common
languages which are spoken in Ahmedabad.
History of Ahmedabad
The city of Ahmedabad was originally the Karnavati that was
founded on the left banks of the Sabarmati river by Karna
Solanki between 1063 and 1093 AD. It was re-established by
the Ahmed Shah I in 1411 AD on the banks of the Sabarmati
river. This city was considered as one of the finest cities
of India in the 17th century. But in the 18th century this
city went through a period of decline. In the 19th century
the industrial strength raised up the city. Ahmedabad’s
cotton industry received patronage under its Sultans. The
first mill was established by Rancholal Chotalal in 1859,
and today there are 80 mills in Ahmedabad. In 1915,
Ahmedabad became famous due to the Dandi March started by
the Mahatma Gandhi.
Tourist Attractions in Ahmedabad
The various tourist attractions in Ahmedabad are the Jama
Masjid, Sidi Bashir Mosque, Sabarmati Ashram, Sidi Saiyad's
Mosque, Hathee Singh Temple and Calico Museum of Textiles.
Jama Masjid was built in 1423 AD by Ahmad Shah and was also
described as the most beautiful mosque in India. Sidi Bashir
mosque is known for the world famous shaking minarets. If
one of the minaret is shaken, the other minaret also get
shaken thus regarded as one of the architectural wonders.
Hathee Singh Jain temple is dedicated to Dharamanath, the
15th Jina or Jain apposite. This temple is one of the best
ornated Jain temples in Ahmedabad and is built of pure white
marble. Calico museum of textiles is widely regarded as one
of the finest textiles museums in the world, started in
Calico Textile Mill.
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Shopping in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad has a long tradition in craftsmanship. Under
Gujarati Sultans and Mughal Viceroys it was one of the most
brilliant Indian cities. Its jewellers and goldsmiths are
renowned, copper and brassworkers produce very fine screens
and pandans (betel boxes). The carpenter produce fine
shisham wood articles. There are also skilled stonemasons,
producers of lacquer boxes, ivory carvers and hand block
printers using vegetable dyes and embroiderers producing
exquisite pieces with beads and mirrors. These complement
the modern industries such as pharmaceuticals and textiles.
Tie-and-die fabrics, khari work with gold and silver thread
embossing, printed textiles, gold and silver thread
embroidery, Patola silk saris, Sankheda lacquered furniture,
mirror-work embroidered skirts and blouse material,
bead-work, handicrafts, woodwork, brass articles, appliquéd
work and silver jewellery are some of the major items of
Ahmedabad.
Excursions from Ahmedabad
Sarkhej,
Vishala, Utensils Museum, Adalaj Vav, Dada Hari Vav, Mata
Bhawani's Well, Gujarat Science City, Nalsarovar Bird
Sanctuary are located near
Ahmedabad and its excursion can be had for one day. Sarkhej
was once a country retreat of the Muslim rulers. It is known
for its Rauza, the fine architectural complex of mosques,
palaces, pavilions and tombs, all grouped around a stepped
tank.
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How to reach Ahmedabad
By Air:
Ahmedabad is connected by air with Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai,
Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Aurangabad, Hyderbad, Patna,
Srinagar, Vadodara and Bangalore. Some airlines also
operates flight between Ahmedabad, London and New York via
Mumbai.
By Rail:
Ahmedabad is directly connected with Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata,
Chennai, Agra, Bhopal, Jaipur, Jodhpur and Porbandar.
By Road:
Ahmedabad is connected by road with all the major cities in
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