Best Places for Solo Travel in Ahmedabad
12 Best Places for Solo Travel in Ahmedabad
Sabarmati Ashram Jama Masjid Sarkhej Roza Shah-e-Alam's Roza Rani no Hajiro Hutheesing Jain Temple Swaminarayan Temple The Pols Auto World Vintage Car Museum Calico Museum of Textiles Akshardham Temple Adalaj Step WellSabarmati Ashram, Ahmedabad
Sabarmati Ashram is popularly known as Gandhi Ashram, Harijan Ashram, or Satyagraha Ashram is located in the Sabarmati suburb of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, adjoining the Ashram Road, 4.0 miles from the town hall. Experience the tranquil sanctity of the Ashram as you watch the beautiful pictures on the wall depicting the history of Gandhi and India’s freedom struggle. See Magan Niwas, Hriday Kunj, Nandini, Udyog Mandir, Vinoba-Mira Kutir Somnath Chhatralaya, Upasana Mandir, and Gandhi Memorial Museum and get an insight into the philosophies, values, and teachings of Gandhi.
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.
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.
Rani no Hajiro, Ahmedabad
Located near Manek Chowk, Gandhi Road, Khadia, Ahmedabad, Rani no Hajiro is popularly known as Mughalai Bibi's Tomb or Tombs of Ahmed Shah's Queens. The tomb has an ornate gateway, an open courtyard enclosed by a magnificent trellised cloister with carved stone screens on the walls. The tombs are beautifully embellished with fine intricate carvings and are inlaid with pure mother-of-pearl and metal. The tombs are covered with rich brocade fabric. The architecture is an amazing blend of Hindu, Jain, and Islamic style.
Hutheesing Jain Temple, Ahmedabad
This remarkably elegant temple created out of white marble has been sacred to many Jain families, generation after generation. A sacred Jain place of worship, Hutheesing Jain Temple draws a huge crowd owing to its divinity and serenity. An architectural gem of the city the temple is decorated with stunning stone carvings. With an outstanding layout, the revered site has a courtyard enclosed with cloisters. It was built in 1848 A.D and is dedicated to the 15th Jain Tirthankar, Shri Dharmanatha. A temple is a place that reflects the perfect harmony of diverse religions. It is known for its rich culture, fascinating history, and welcoming people.
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.
The Pols, Ahmedabad
Almost 360 pols within a compound are an exceptional feature of the old walled city in Ahmedabad, where tourists can enjoy morning heritage walk. Many of the pols were built between 100 to 300 years ago and the oldest one was being aptly titled ‘Mahurat Pol’. Built adjacent to Manekchowk most of the multi-story houses here are in steps, to provide a greater shelter area for the cattle to rest on during the rains or the scorching heat. Some pols contain old beautiful houses with internal courts having intricate wooden carved facades with columns and fresco work done around court walls or ceilings and a fascinating underground Jain temple.
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.
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
Akshardham Temple, Ahmedabad
It's a magnificent monument dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan and is made up of pink stone. The famous temple houses the life story of Lord Swaminarayan in pictures and his prasadik items. There are exhibition halls which exhibits the teachings and philosophy of Lord Swaminarayan in its massive complex. Experience the enthralling world-famous attraction laser light and sound show which is based on a spiritual theme. There is an Amusement park for children and a clean vegetarian restaurant. Devotees get to revel in the inner peace, and experience bliss and happiness. The visiting time is 9:30 am to 7:30 pm from Tuesday to Sunday and is closed on Monday.
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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