Manchester of the East. Review on Ahmedabad

Also known as Amdavad, this is an industrial and commercial city which uniquely fosters its culture and colors making it a popular destination for tourists who want to get the taste of Gujarat.

Known for it's industrial approach, the business mindset infused and growth specifically in the textile industry, it has been named as the Manchester of the East. Its a great place for tourists looking for a cultural, historical and natural sites. Plus the food here is a delight for tourists. An exciting combination of traditions and modernism, Ahmedabad captures all visitors with its diversity of places, religious and ethnic communities. It is interesting to see how Indian atmosphere mix with the colonial British influence, how Hinduism, the world's oldest existing religion develops in the globalizing world. Ahmedabad enjoys a thriving cultural tradition, being the centre of Gujarati cultural activities and diverse traditions of different ethnic and religious communities.

Places to Stay in Ahmedabad:-

Ahmedabad provides a huge range of Hotels to stay for all kinds of travelers. You will find here from cheap, budget lodges to the most luxurious hotels. The best luxurious hotels around the world like Le Meridien, Sofitel and Radisson can be found here. There are various budget hotels which are located to conveniently reach the attractions in and around Ahmedabad. These are ideal for the budget travelers.

How to reach Ahmedabad:-

The Ahmedabad Airport is just 15km from the city center. The city is very well connected both, in the domestic as well as the international circuit. The international terminal is not open 24 hours a day hence connecting international flight travellers might face problems. Connection by train is good too, with many trains going up and down daily connecting the city with all major cities(Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur, Bikaner, etc.) . The NH8 highway which is the road connection for Ahmedabad is great except haevy truck traffic and unexpected traffic jams caused by broken down vehicles.

Local Food and Cuisine of Ahmedabad:-

Ahemdabad, being the glittering and unique city that it is, is brimming with options for food. You will find all kind of places to eat here, from branded chain outlets to 5 star hotels to the colourful street food joints. Do try out the Gujarati cuisine which is mainly vegetarian. When in Ahmedabad, you must try the Gujarati Thali, which typically consists of Roti, Dal or Kadhi, Rice and Vegetable Curries . You can also try out the famous Khichdi with Chaas(Buttermilk) .

Gujarat is most famous for its mouth watering snacks. Few of the most famous snack items are Chakri, Dhokla, Khakra, Fafda, Sev, Khandvi and Khaman. The Gujarati snacks are country wide famous. Make sure to buy these at a local sweetmeat shop. One can also try the unauthentic, street-side Pizzas, Pao bhaji and the spicy Paani-Puri The best part about street food in Ahemdabad is that they are not that unhygienic and tastes great while suiting your pocket. One must also try the traditional Gujarati sweets, while here, such as Basundi, Puran Poli, Shrikhand, Ghevar, Malpua and many more. The birth place of Gandhi - Gujarat, is a dry state, so one cannot find any alcohol here.

Commuting Within Ahmedabad:-

The bus services ply from 6AM to 11PM. Keep in mind that buses are super crowded and not as comfortable. Autorickshaws are always available and getting a cab will not be difficult either.