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Things to see in Ahmedabad (India): 10 places and when to go
Ahmedabad is a major city in India with around 5,375,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 10 places in and around it, mainly History (6), Museums and art (2), Temples (1). The best known are Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, Adalaj Stepwell and Kochrab Ashram. The best time to come is October to March; also possible: April and September. In June there are 13 h 24 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 35. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- India · 23.032, 72.5781
- Population
- About 5,375,000
- Places
- 10 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (6) · Museums and art (2) · Temples (1) · Nature (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- October to March.
- Also possible
- April and September.
- Nearest airport
- BOM Mumbai, 440 km as the crow flies
What to see in Ahmedabad
The places in and around Ahmedabad, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Sidi Saiyyed MosqueMosque in Gujarat, India647 m
- Adalaj StepwellStepwell in Gujarat, India15 km
- Kochrab AshramFirst ashram in India organized by Mahatma Gandhi2.2 km
- Teen DarwazaHistorical gateway in Ahmedabad, India1.1 km
- Bhadra FortFort in Ahmedabad, India949 m
- Sanskar KendraMuseum and architectural site at Ahmedabad, India2.3 km
- Rani no HajiroTomb complex near Manek Chowk, Ahmedabad, India1.5 km
- Shah-e-Alam's RozaMosque and tomb complex in Gujarat, India4.4 km
- Ambapur StepwellStepwell in Gujarat, India14 km
- Thol Lake Bird SanctuaryWildlife sanctuary in Gujarat, India21 km
When to go to Ahmedabad
The best time to visit Ahmedabad is October to March; also possible: April and September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time10:44
- FebBest time11:14
- MarBest time11:50
- AprPossible12:32
- MayBetter not13:07
- JunBetter not13:24
- JulBetter not13:17
- AugBetter not12:48
- SepPossible12:08
- OctBest time11:27
- NovBest time10:52
- DecBest time10:35
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 13 h 24 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 35. In January, 10 of the 10 places are at their best.
When to go to India in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ahmedabad
The nearest main airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM, Mumbai), 440 km as the crow flies. How to get around India (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of India, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ahmedabad?
The best known: Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, Adalaj Stepwell, Kochrab Ashram, Teen Darwaza, Bhadra Fort. In all, 10 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ahmedabad?
October to March; also possible: April and September. In June there are 13 h 24 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 35.
How do you get to Ahmedabad?
The nearest main airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), 440 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ahmedabad as the destination and these 10 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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