Best Places to visit in April in Ahmedabad
9 Best Places to visit in April in Ahmedabad
Bhadra Fort Jama Masjid Sarkhej Roza Vastrapur Lake Kankaria Zoo Swaminarayan Temple Auto World Vintage Car Museum Gandhinagar Adalaj Step WellBhadra Fort, Ahmedabad
Situated in the walled city area of Ahmedabad, near the eastern banks of Sabarmati River, Bhadra Fort was built by Ahmad Shah. Famous as the cultural center of the city, this colossal fort stands out with its imposing red stone architecture and lush gardens. It houses beautifully carved royal palaces, mosques, gates, and open spaces where you can witness intricate carvings, excellent lattice pattern works, and fascinating frescos suits. The fort derived its name from Bhadrakali temple which is also located on the premises. The Arches at the entry gate has inscriptions that exhibit the ancient history of the fort.
Jama Masjid, Ahmedabad
Located outside Bhadra Fort at Manek Chowk, Gandhi Road, Ahmedabad, Jama Masjid is one of the ancient and most popular Islamic places of worship. Jama Masjid is a fine example of the Ahmedabad’s fine architectural heritage. Popularly known as Jumma Mosque you will be enthralled by its amazing reflection of Indo-Saracenic form of architecture and matchless charm. The mosque is built in yellow sandstone with splendid archway rectangular prayer hall, marble- floored courtyard with impressive columns imposing domes and intricate jallis.
Sarkhej Roza, Ahmedabad
A fine reflection of rich Islamic culture with amazing stylistic influences from Persia with Indian Hindu and Jain features Sarkhej Roza exhibits a splendid Indo-Saracenic architectural style. Located at Post Jeevraj Park, Sarkhej Makarba Road, Makarba, Ahmedabad, Sarkhej Roza is an Islamic place of sacred worship and is known for its history, spirituality and, reverence. The impressive monument includes a splendid mosque, mausoleums housing the tombs of Saint Ahmed Khattu Ganj Baksh, King Mohammad Shah Begada, and his queen.
Vastrapur Lake, Ahmedabad
Located in the western part of Ahmedabad in the heart of the city in Vastrapur lake is a popular tourist spot in the city. There is an open-air theater and well-maintained children's park amidst the splendid environs of Vastrapur Lake. This tranquil place is a popular getaway from the stress of the busy city. The lake is surrounded by a well-manicured lustrous green garden and the riverside of the lake has around the pathway for joggers. The peaceful lake is a venue for cultural- events in the city.
Kankaria Zoo, Ahmedabad
Located at Kamla Nehru Zoological Garden, Kankaria, it houses various wild animals and offers an ideal environment for preserving the endangered species. Kankaria Zoo offers a thrilling adventure experience, especially to kids. It houses fauna, flora, mammals, birds, and 140 reptiles. The zoo is surrounded by a serene lake, butterfly park, musical fountain, water park where you can enjoy lots of water sports activities. It takes around 3 hours to explore all the places in the park.
Swaminarayan Temple, Ahmedabad
Swami Narayan temple is designed with its intricate carving in pure Burma-teak. The deities exhibit exquisite sculptural art depicting deities' episodes, representing auspicious symbols, religious icons, and Indian culture. The magnificent temple is built of hand-carved Italian Carrara marble, Turkish limestone, along with Indian pink stone. It is also housing the sculptures of Swaminarayan along with an idol in the form of a child, Ghanshyam Maharaj. The first temple of the Swaminarayan Sampraday temple is located at Swaminarayan Mandir Road Kalupur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Auto World Vintage Car Museum, Ahmedabad
Auto World Vintage Car Museum is an awesome collection of vintage cars, horse carriages motorcycles, and carts that are manufactured by famous automobile companies. Located at Dastan Estate, Sardar Patel Ring Road, Kathwada, New India Colony, Nikol, Ahmedabad, it inspires motor enthusiasts with its wonderful collection of vintage and classic cars. It exhibits arresting displays is the 1923 Rolls 20 HP and Chrysler Imperial Airflow, Bentley Mark VI. The splendid museum housing priceless collection of valuable cars was developed by Shri Pranlal Bhogilal Patel.
Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad
Gandhinagar is sprawling India's Tree capital as it lies on the west bank of the Sabarmati river with more than 50 % green covers on its land area. There are numerous tourist attractions such as Akshardham Temple Indroda nature park, Dandi Kutir, and Mini Pawagadh, Shopping at Agora Mall is a lovely experience Children can enjoy thrilling joy train ride at expansive and well-maintained Children’s Park. A visit to serene and soothing temple Timandir, Adalaj is a must which is the most unique temple with a scientific concept of secularism where Gods and Goddesses of different religions are worshipped
Adalaj Step Well, Ahmedabad
Adalaj Step Well is an excellent example of Indo-Islamic architecture exhibiting a mélange of Hindu craftsmanship and the geometric pattern of Islamic architecture with exquisite stone carving and embellishments. It was built in 1498 in sandstone in the famous Solanki architectural style. Adalaj stepwell is five stories deep, octagonal at the top, built on a beautifully carved large number of pillars. There are a series of platforms and galleries built on the side of the stepwell. Flight of the steps leading to the circular tank, entrance pavilion at the ground level, and well at the lowest level. Every floor is spacious and offers ample space for people to congregate.
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