The top 8 sightseeing spots for architecture lovers in Ahmadabad Gujarat

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Ahmedabad, Gujarat largest city, is known for its remarkable architecture. The top 8 sightseeing spots for architecture lovers are as below:

Ahmedabad Gujarat

1. It has a fascinating walled city, founded in 1411 by Sultan Ahmed Shah, redolent with imposing mosques built in a provincial Indo-Saracenic style during the 15th and 16th century, old quarters called -pots' which are superb examples of urban planning and exquisitely carved havelis. Just outside the old city are excellent examples of step well architecture at a sarva and Adalaj.

Sabarmati Ashram

2. Another noteworthy feature of Ahmedabad is the Sabarmati Ashram, one of the most moving memorials to Mahatma Gandhi. After independence, well-known architects like Le Corbusier, Luis Kahn, Charles Correa and B.V. Doshi have built some of their finest works in this city.

3. The diversity of architecture in the city front medieval to it works, together with the presence of the National Institute of Design and CFPT University; make Ahmedabad, India's Mecca for designers.

Jama Masjid

4. The 15th century Jama Masjid is one of Ahmedabad's largest mosques. The architectural beauty of this mosque is enhanced by the spacious marble paved courtyard in the forecourt, with a washing tank in the centre. The mosque has a superbly proportioned facade with three arches. The imposing central archway is flanked by pillars with bands of carvings.

5. Imposing residential houses called havelis can be seen along the narrow lanes of the old quarters called 'pols' in the walled city of Ahmedabad. The intricate wooden facades of these havelis are a unique architectural feature of Gujarat. The brackets, balconies and pillars of these wooden structures are exquisitely carved.

6. The Gandhi Ashram, also called Satyagraha Ashram, Sabarmati Ashram or Harijan Ashram, is one of Ahmedabad's most visited monuments. This is one of the most moving and poignant memorials of Mahatma Gandhi. From this ashram, he launched his movements for India's independence, self-reliance, self-governance and caste equality.

7. The cottage called Hriday Kunj where he lived displays his worktable, spinning wheel and simple belongings. This complex has the Gandhi Smarak Sangrahalaya, a memorial museum designed by Charles Correa. This memorial museum is simple and uncluttered in keeping with the lifestyle of Mahatma Gandhi.

sidi saiyad mosque ahmedabad

8. The Sidi Saiyed's Mosque is famous for its magnificent latticework screens. The screen (jali) depicting the Tree of Life is the most spectacular of the ten that line the walls of this 16th century mosque. Well-known as Sidi-Saiyed-kiJali, this screen is a symbol of Ahmedabad.

Visitors' Guide:

Transport Hubs:

Ahmedabad has an airport and a well-connected railway Station

Accommodations:

Ahmedabad offers a good choice of star-rated hotels. Ahmedabad also has heritage hotels like House of MG, Arts Reverie, Diwan's Bungalow and Corporate Suites.

When to visit:

Ahmedabad is an exciting destination during festivals like Navratri in August-September, Uttrayana in January and the Kankaria Carnival in December.

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