A city where the past and present blend in perfect synchronization! Ahmedabad, one of the most beautiful places in India full of culture and history with delicious Food. This beautiful city of Gujarat by the bank of Sabarmati river, a well known destination for its glorious monuments, crowded markets and delicious food. History buffs, foodies and shopaholics unite; Ahmedabad is a tapestry of experiences that will ground you in amazement. Better start packing our bags and let us go at it: a travel adventure taking you through this beautiful city!
Cultural and Local Experience
Ahmedabad is a place with tons of traditions and customs that have embedded in every nook over the years. The city boasts a rich heritage that is reflected in its vibrant architecture, colorful festivals, and friendly locals. The festivals were vibrant and a great way to experience local culture. First a little travel tip — do not make the mistake of missing out on Uttarayan, the kite flying festival celebrated every January. Colorful kites litter the blue sky, and rooftops buzz with families, friends, revelers celebrating the day.
While walking around the city within its old walls, you may come across a local art fair or dance in your path performing traditional art. It hosts events with a vibrant cultural soul, like the International Kite Festival and Navratri, where parties in celebration fill the streets with garba and dhuns.
For those who crave a more tactile experience, try enrolling in a traditional crafts workshop. Take some lessons with local artisans to bring home a unique souvenir that tells more about the cultural fabric of Ahmedabad than just fridge magnets, be it block printing or pottery.
Sabarmati Ashram which was home to Mahatma Gandhi’s abode is a place you must not miss if you believe in an experience that is out of this world. Here you can stroll through verdant gardens and tranquil passageways, taking in the serenity of this unique historic site. There are guided tours available often combined with great stories around Gandhi and his philosophy,
Must-Try Cuisine
Ah, the food! No visit to Ahmedabad is complete without trying the food there, which ends up being a gastronomical paradise. The local food is heavy on the vegetarian and runners-up succulent choices that you will want more of. Highlights of must-try dish include:
– Dhokla: A light and fluffy snack that is steamed and made from fermented chickpea batter, this is a great entryway into your Hindu Chinese food exploration. Go to Asharfi Dhokla Wala, Where you taste will not remove from your memory.
Khandvi: A yummy gram flour and yogurt roll tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves. One of the best snacks & Khandvi available at Snacks & Sweets
Two things you must know if we were to describe Thepla; it is a spiced flatbread that goes easy on the stomach and can be enjoyed at breakfast when served with yogurt or pickles. No one leaves Ahmedabad without eating famous theplas from Bansri Thepla.
· Get it all with a gujarati thali: To hoom you can have an entire gujarati thali at Thali peeth. This specialty is a mixed senses platter, plating multivariant meals on a single base to fully experience the morbidity of Gujarati flavours.
Of course, the best way to explore local food scene is by going on a street food tour! If you want to experience the local snacks at different food joints, Ahmedabad Food Tours does some lovely tour where you can taste the heart of city.
More about Ahmedabad food culture in this Youtube Video on Travel Vlog[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=example].
Shopping Spots
Ahmedabad is paradise for shopping lovers as it offers huge variety of handicrafts, textiles and artefacts. The city is popular for its ethnic textiles with special reference to gorgeous patola and bandhani fabrics.
Things to See in Ahmedabad: — Manek Chowk: Manek Chowk is a very-very colourful market afă around 10 PM and also a great place for street food. During the day is a jewelry market and at night turns out to be food paradise.
– Law Garden Night Market: One of the best places to buy colourful handicrafts and traditional garments. Vibrant and colorful, between embroidered bags and fine jewelry. Don’t forget to haggle!
1.) Hiralal Market – If you are looking for Genuine Textiles and Handloom Products, this is the best place to shop for. Please Appreciate The Local Art And Buy Some Beautiful Fabrics Which Has A Story To Tell You There By Ahmedabad.
– Ratanpole: Shopping centre for antique and vintage lovers. Wander through the tiny streets and find a new hidden treasure to spice up any collection.
For a video of the complete shopping experience in Ahmedabad, visit this YouTube by Lifestyle Vlog.
Advice to Really Optimize Your Ahmedabad Trip
- Tip: Visit early — it can get quite hot in the summer (Tavis Boulton/Flickr) When it comes to out door adventures make sure you do so in the early morning or late evening as this will allow you to see everything while escaping the heat.
- Stay Hydrated The combination of spicy food and warm climate can be overwhelming, so have a water bottle at the ready while wandering.
- Auto-rickshaws are available throughout Bangalore Over-the-top online the cabs may be booked using Ola and Uber.
- Plan Your Stay: You can search for inexpensive stay and travel packages on sites like MakeMyTrip, ClearTrip or EaseMyTrip.
- 1 – Dress Comfortably You may want to look nice when you visit cultural locations, but comfort when addressing the whole of these places (and probably walking about market sectors) is going to be essential, by a lengthy means!!
So there you have it! Ahmedabad is a bustling city full of life, culture and taste to explore. With exciting festival celebrations, delicious food and having amazing shopping centres, Ahmedabad never fails to give you a great experience. So, what are you waiting for? So book them tickets, pack your camera and get ready to make a bunch of memories in this beautiful city!
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