About Hostory of Ahmedabad

Famously associated with the great leader of India, Mahatma Gandhi, this city has been witness to a series of highs and lows in the Indian history. This historical backdrop of Ahmedabad acts as a principal point of interest among travelers all over the world.

The city of Ahmedabad, set along the banks of the River Sabarmati, is recognized as a place bearing a rich history and culture. One of the most frequented tourist destinations in India, Ahmedabad allows a tourist to look closely into an exclusive style of architecture, showing marked influences of Hindu and Islamic styles (Indo-Saracenic style of architecture). Often called the 'Manchester of the East', it is today globally famous for its flourishing textile industry.

You have a number of tourist attractions in Ahmedabad to explore - monuments, amusement parks, museums, forts, mosques and temples - Ahmedabad is a city of variety mixing the old world charm with contemporariness to a perfect blend. In the city of Ahmedabad, Sarkhej, Adlaj Vav, Lothal, Modhera, Patan, Gandhinagar, Mahudi, Nalsarovar Wildlife Sanctuary are some of the most frequented tourist attractions in India.

Fast Facts

History

Delving into the history of the city, will help you know more about Ahmedabad. Discovered by Sultan Ahmed Shah in the year 1411 to serve as the capital of the Sultanate of Gujarat, Ahmedabad gets its name from its founder's. It was seized by Emperor Akbar in 1572, and incorporated into the great Mughal Empire. Ahmedabad became a major business hub during the Mughal period till the expiry of Aurangzeb in 1707. The British took hold of Ahmedabad in 1818 and created several textile mills here. Ahmedabad was then declared the temporary capital of the state of Gujarat from years 1960 to 1970.

Best Season, Climate and Clothing

Ahmedabad is mostly hot and humid. Winters are cool and pleasant but summers are extremely dry, with the temperature rising up to 46 degrees at times. The monsoons bring sufficient rains, though. The best time to visit Ahmedabad is the winters.

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