Ahmedabad Tourism

Ahmedabad is the largest city in the state of Gujarat and the seventh largest city in India. It has a population of almost 5.1 million. Ahmedabad is called the Manchester of the east after its booming textile industry. Ahmedabad today is the second largest prosperous and thriving city in western India after Mumbai. The city has numerous attractions for travelers. It is one of the best places which combine Islamic and Hindu architectural styles. Ahmedabad is a fabulous place for those who love to shop and roam.

Ahmedabad is the venue for India's leading exhibition for the travel and tourism industry. It started in the year 1989 and provides opportunity for organizations from India and abroad to showcase their products and services to consumers across major markets in India. Ahmedabad has a flourishing tourism industry. The history of Ahmedabad dates back to 11 th century. Due to the historic importance and other attractions in and around the city, tourism industry is booming. Many world class hotel chains have started business here.

Ahmedabad is a preferred medical tourism destination all over the world. With world class health facilities, zero waiting time and affordable cost, Ahmedabad is becoming one of the most sought after medical tourism destination in India. Apart from the world class amenities, Hospitals offer pick up and drop service and ambulance services also. Ahmedabad earns decent revenue from the tourism industry.

Famous tourist spots in and around Ahmedabad include Sabarmati Ashram, Jama Masjid, Dada Hari, Kankaria Lake, Akshardham temple, Law garden, science city, bhadra fort and ISKCON temple. There are a number of museums like Calico Museum, Lalbhai Dalapatbhai institute of Indology and Utensils museum which are worth spending time. Sarkhej Roja, Adalaj Vav and Shanku Water Park are tourist attractions nearby. The presence of historical monuments and many other natural attractions compel each and every visitor to visit the city over and over again.