Ahmedabad is the principal city of Gujrat and is the second largest industrial centre of india.

This city was founded by a Muslim ruler Sultan Ahmed Shah (hence Ahmedabad) in 1411.

Population: Approx. 36 lakh People
Altitude: 55 m. (183 ft.)
Language: Gujarati, Rajasthani, English & Hindi
Clothing: Light clothes with dark sunglasses and hat to protect from scorching sun.
STD Code: 079
Best Season : Ahmedabad has a very hot and humid type of climate. The temperatures vary greatly between day and night.
The variations stretch to as much as 20c between the maximum temperature in the day and the minimum at night. The temperature during summer soars up to 45 degrees and in winters it dips to as low as 5 degrees.
November to February: max 34c, min 11c
March to June: max 45c, min 20c
July to October: max 34c, min 19c
There isn't substantial rainfall except some showers in July and August,during which time the atmosphere becomes very humid and sultry.
Therefore the best time to visit Ahmedabad is during the months of October and March.

In 1615,the British representative Sir Thomas compared this city to London.
Shah Jahan, builder of Taj Mahal, spent the first few years of his married life in Ahmedabad with his beloved wife,Mumtaz Mahal.

Ahmedabad also played a prominent role during the freedom movement of India as it was the centre of Mahatma Gandhi's activities for some years.

The city has number of attractions for travellers. It is one of the best places which blends Islamic and Hindu architectural styles. Ahmedabad is an interesting place for those who like to shop and roam.

The bazaar streets are narrow and crowded but lso colourful.

The city lies on the banks of Sabarmati river. Across the river are many buildings and museum. Unlike in other large cities, there's little evidence of the british period in Ahmedabad.

Once upon a time the city was enclosed with walls; now almost all of them are demolished, but some of the gates are still remaining.