Best Places to visit in August in Ahmedabad

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Bhadra Fort - One of the Best Place to Visit in Ahmedabad
Bhadra Fort | #1 of Top 10 Places to Visit in Ahmedabad

Bhadra 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.

AddressCourt Road, Ahmedabad
Place TypeMonument - Forts & Tombs
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeBhadra Fort opening and closing timings is 08:00 AM – 06:00 PM.
Opening DaysThe Fort is open on all days of the week.
Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Nearest MetroGhee Kanta Metro Station (1.0 KM)
Shah-e-Alam's Roza - One of the Best Place to Visit in Ahmedabad
Shah-e-Alam's Roza | #2 of Top 10 Places to Visit in Ahmedabad

Shah-e-Alam's Roza, Ahmedabad

Shah-e- Alam Roza is a popular and medieval mosque also known as Rasulabad Dargah. It houses Shah e Alam's tomb complex with two mausoleums and Jama’at Khana. The main part of this Dargah is surrounded by a lofty and a bastioned wall. The majestic mosque has a trophy construction with an arch-shaped gate on the entrance with an impressive line of arch-shaped windows and pure white marble beautifully carved jalis. The mausoleums were built by Taj Kham Narpali popularly known as Shah-e- Alam Roza and are located near Shah Alam Darwaza at Sha Alam Road.

AddressShah Alam Road, Ahmedabad
Place TypeMonument - Forts & Tombs
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Solo, Parents
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeShah-e-Alam's Roza opening and closing timings is 04:00 AM – 10:30 PM.
Opening DaysShah-e-Alam's Roza is open on all days of the week.
Best MonthMay, June, July, August
Nearest MetroKankaria East Metro Station (2.9 KM)
Kankaria Lake - One of the Best Place to Visit in Ahmedabad
Kankaria Lake | #3 of Top 10 Places to Visit in Ahmedabad

Kankaria Lake, Ahmedabad

Kankaria lake is the second largest lake in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. It is located in the Himmatnagar Village, Maninagar area. It boasts of a zoo, thrilling water-based rides, kids city, toy-train, hot-air balloon ride, and other entertainment attractions The pristine lake is ideal for a peaceful evening stroll with multi-colored lights glowing all around its periphery. For adventure buffs, Kankaria Lake lays down a plethora of options like archery, gymnastics and water rides. It consists of an island that encompasses Nagina Wadi, placed, right in the middle of a summer palace known as Ghattamandal. It is open from 4 am to 8 am and 9 am to 10 pm on all days of the week.

AddressKankaria, Ahmedabad
Place TypeNature Sites and Parks - Lakes & Waterfalls
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Unmarried Couples
Entry feeAdults (Above 12 years) - ₹10/-, Child (5-12 years) - ₹5/- and Educational Group (Per Child) - ₹1/-
Opening timeKankaria Lake opening and closing timings is 09:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Opening DaysThe Lake is open on all days of the week.
Best MonthMay, June, July, August
Nearest MetroKankaria East Metro Station (1.2 KM)
ISKCON Temple - One of the Best Place to Visit in Ahmedabad
ISKCON Temple | #4 of Top 10 Places to Visit in Ahmedabad

ISKCON Temple, Ahmedabad

Iskcon temple is a peaceful and lovely temple with mesmerizing statues of Lord Krishna beautifully dressed every day. Located at the Satelite Road, Sarkhej, Ahemdabad the temple has clean compound, food court, and well maintained Govindji Food Restaurant. Khichdi is served as prashadam for all the devotees coming to the temple during the evening. It has a gift shop as well. The magnificent temple art is enchanting as the heart is filled with genuine humility, integrity and a true sense of love  There is a feast every Sunday, and when people come to the temple to pay obeisance, chant, dance and take the prasad.

AddressSatellite Road, Sarkhej, Ahmedabad
Place TypeReligious Place - Temple
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeAhmedabad's ISKCON Temple opening timings in morning 04:30 AM – 01:00 PM and 04:00 PM – 08:45 PM in evening.
Opening DaysAhmedabad's ISKCON Temple is open on all days of the week.
Best MonthMay, June, July, August
Nearest MetroThaltej Gam Metro Station (2.4 KM)
Sidi Saiyyed Mosque - One of the Best Place to Visit in Ahmedabad
Sidi Saiyyed Mosque | #5 of Top 10 Places to Visit in Ahmedabad

Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, Ahmedabad

Located at Dr. Kankaria Road, Opposite Electricity House Gheekanta near Lal Darwaza, Sidi Saiyyed Mosque was built in 1572-73 AD and is popularly known as Sidi Saiyyed ni Jali. It is one of the most famous mosques of Ahmedabad exhibiting architectural grandeur and decorative latticework. The mosque is famous for beautifully carved ten stone latticework windows on the side and rear arches are filled with square stone pierced panels made in beautiful geometrical designs. The two bays which flank the central aisle have stone slabs carved in amazing designs of intertwined trees, dense foliage, and a palm motif. The central window arch is walled with stone.

AddressGheekanta, Ahmedabad
Place TypeReligious Place - Mosques
Best forSidi Saiyyed Mosque
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeSidi Saiyyed Mosque opening and closing timings is 06:00 AM – 06:30 PM.
Opening DaysThis Mosque can be visited daily between dawn and dusk except during prayers.
Best MonthMay, June, July, August
Nearest MetroGhee Kanta Metro Station (0.8 KM)
Calico Museum of Textiles - One of the Best Place to Visit in Ahmedabad
Calico Museum of Textiles | #6 of Top 10 Places to Visit in Ahmedabad

Calico Museum of Textiles, Ahmedabad

Located at SP Ring Road in the bustling area of Hebatpur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat Science City houses several exciting attractions that are engaging and mind-blowing. It houses an IMAX 3D theatre and a wonderful display of dancing musical fountains. Embark on an exciting adventure with Thrill Rider or spend some breathtaking moments listening to the sweet jingles of Asia’s largest Musical Fountain. Enjoy the planetarium, a thrilling earthquake experience ride, and explore Hall of Science, Hall of Space, Life Science park, and Energy Park. The Science City is open from 1 0:30 am to 07:30 pm on all days of the week

AddressShahibag, Ahmedabad
Place TypeMuseum and Gallery - Art Galleries & Museum
Best forFriends, Solo, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeCalico Museum Tour Timing in Morning 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM and in Afternoon 02:30 AM – 04:30 PM. Museum's Garden Tour: 03:30 PM – 05:00 PM on every Thursday.
Opening DaysThe galleries is open from Tuesday to Sunday in a week, Closed on every Monday and public holidays.
Best MonthJuly, August, September
Gandhinagar - One of the Best Place to Visit in Ahmedabad
Gandhinagar | #7 of Top 10 Places to Visit in Ahmedabad

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

AddressGandhinagar, Ahmedabad
Place TypeShopping Place - Street Market
Fees & TimingNo Entry Fees. No Timings.
Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Nearest MetroSector 1 Metro Station (7.0 KM)
Adalaj Step Well - One of the Best Place to Visit in Ahmedabad
Adalaj Step Well | #8 of Top 10 Places to Visit in Ahmedabad

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.

AddressAdalaj, Ahmedabad
Place TypeMonument - Palace & Landmarks
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Solo, Unmarried Couples, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeGeneral (Above 12 years of age) - ₹25/- for Indians and Foreigners (per person) - ₹300/-
Opening timeAdalaj Step Well opening and closing timings is 06:00 AM – 06:00 PM.
Opening DaysThe Well is open on all days of the week.
Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Nearest MetroGNLU Metro Station (6.4 KM)
Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary - One of the Best Place to Visit in Ahmedabad
Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary | #9 of Top 10 Places to Visit in Ahmedabad

Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary, Ahmedabad

Nalsarovar wetland is deemed as the biggest wetland bird sanctuary in the state. This serene place houses a lake and ambient marshes with shallow waters and is dotted by 36 small islands.  Spread over a large area, this bird sanctuary is located at about 64 km to the west of Ahmedabad near Sanand Village, Gujarat, and boasts of the wide variety of migratory birds. Use a pair of binoculars or telescopes for bird watching, and chill out with a live barbeque session near the banks of the lakes or enjoy a horse ride or thrilling boat rides. Enjoy the local food at small huts where kathiyawadi thali is served and buy handicraft items.

AddressNear Sanand Village, Ahmedabad
Place TypeNature Sites and Parks - Zoo
Best forFamily, Kids, Parents, Siblings
Entry feeIn Weekdays Adults (per person) - ₹40/- for Indians and Foreigners (per person) - ₹800/-, In Weekends: Adults (per person) - ₹50/- for Indians and Foreigners (per person) - ₹1120/-, Boating Price is ₹300/- (per person) and Personal Boating ₹1500/-.
Opening timeNalsarovar Bird Sanctuary opening and closing timings is 06:00 AM – 06:00 PM.
Opening DaysThe Sanctuary is open on all days of the week.
Best MonthJuly, August, September, October, November, December

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