Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad is one of India’s most extraordinary cities, where ancient history and buzzing modern life exist side by side in the most exciting way. Walking through its old walled neighbourhoods feels like stepping back through centuries of history — past towering mosques, hidden temples, and elaborately carved buildings that have stood for over 600 years. No wonder the world recognised this city as something truly special, making it the first in all of India to receive that prestigious global honour for its historic architecture.

But Ahmedabad has a soul that goes beyond old stones. This is the city where Mahatma Gandhi quietly planned one of history’s most famous acts of peaceful protest from his simple home beside the river. Every January, the entire sky transforms into something almost unbelievable, as millions of colourful kites rise above rooftops during the joyous festival of Uttarayan — a tradition that fills the whole city with laughter and friendly competition.

Ahmedabad is vibrant, proud, and endlessly fascinating. Whether you are exploring a five-storey stepwell carved with breathtaking detail or picnicking beside a 600-year-old lake, this city has a way of making history feel completely alive.

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Quick fact

Ahmedabad is India's first city to be inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage City, recognised for its extraordinary collection of historic architecture spanning over 600 years.

Fun fact

Ahmedabad is the kite capital of India — during the festival of Uttarayan in January, the sky above the city turns into a magical rainbow of thousands upon thousands of soaring kites!

Landmarks

Sabarmati Ashram

This peaceful riverside home was where Mahatma Gandhi lived and planned his famous Salt March, and today you can visit the very room where the great leader worked and prayed.

Adalaj Stepwell

This astonishing five-storey stepwell was built over 500 years ago and descends deep underground, its walls covered in the most intricate carvings of flowers, birds, and gods you have ever seen.

Kankaria Lake

This gorgeous circular lake built in the 1400s is surrounded by gardens, a zoo, and fun rides, making it the favourite weekend destination for families across the city.

Jama Masjid

Built in 1423 and supported by 260 beautifully carved pillars, this elegant mosque stands at the heart of the old walled city and is a masterpiece of Indo-Islamic architecture.

CEPT University Campus

Designed by the famous architect Balkrishna Doshi who won architecture's highest prize, this remarkable campus is a living lesson in how buildings can be beautiful and clever at the same time.