Ahmedabad: The Cultural Epicentre

More Than Just a City – A Vibrant Cultural Hub

Ahmedabad: The Cultural Epicentre

More Than Just a City – A Vibrant Cultural Hub

Step into Ahmedabad, a mosaic of rich heritage and modern vibes. Experience a city that offers more than just an academic setting – it's a tale of traditions, emotions, and evocative experiences.

Ahmedabad is a place rich in culture, a city with a glorious past, and a wonderful place for friends and family to hang out. Ahmedabad comes alive at night with its fun at cafes, street food stalls, discos, heritage walks, and movie nights. In addition to Kankaria Lake and Sabarmati Ashram, Ahmedabad is renowned for its wonderful temples, beautiful gardens, and devoted monuments.

I am originally from Bihar and have come to Ahmedabad to study for my MBA at Narayana Business School. Although I had heard of Ahmedabad before, I did not expect to fall in love with the city the way I did.

I mean, who would not love this city? Walking along the Sabarmati River refreshes the mind. I could also travel at night without fear. As a girl, this was new to me. You will not experience power outages, the locals are so friendly, and there are so many vibrant festivals to attend. When we go out with friends, there is almost no traffic. You can try so many distinct types of food when you go out with friends. There is a paan joint we love that has so many varieties of paan that even if you eat one variety every day, you will not have tried it all.

Kankaria Lake is a romantic destination that you should visit with your partner. You will not find anything like it anywhere else. And we have our own Goa in our backyard. Yes, I am referring to Daman and Diu. – Ishika Agarwal Batch (2021 – 2023).

The Amazing Sabarmati Riverfront

The city of Ahmedabad is located along the Sabarmati River. Stunningly picturesque paths have been built along the riverfront to allow people to enjoy the view while walking. During the night, these paths are lit, making them a pleasant place for cycling, walking, and socializing.

Kankaria Lake

The Kankaria lake is the largest lake in Ahmedabad and is in the southern part of the city. Laser shows are held in Nagina Wadi at night. Kankaria lake is illuminated at night with an array of sparkling lights, and it also offers rides, toy trains, and food stalls during the day.

Cafes and lounges

The city's cafes and lounges offer a variety of fun nightlife options. You can chill with your friends after sundown at roof top lounges such as Java+, Sphere lounge, Amnesia lounge, located near Sindhu Bhavan Road, Prahlad Nagar. It is one of the best places to spend the night in Ahmedabad with friends and family.

Movie Night

You will love Ahmedabad if you are a movie buff. There are many different options for you to enjoy a movie with your friends or family. There are many cinemas in Ahmedabad such as the PVR Devarc mall, Cinemax cinema, Wide angle, Screen N Spice, and PVR Acropolis, among others. And we are still talking about Ahmedabad itself.

Food at Night in Manek Chowk

Food lovers in Ahmedabad go to Manek Chowk to indulge. It is surrounded by historical buildings and monuments and is located in old Ahmedabad. Manek Chowk is a bustling street full of food stalls that are popular with foodies. In Ahmedabad, the night time is filled with family-friendly activities, the most significant of which is food. Ahmedabad's Manek Chowk is a great place to go out at night.

Patan

Patan is one of the most historic and religious tourist attractions near Ahmedabad, once the capital of Gujarat. The city is dotted with picturesque Hindu and Jain temples. Many of the temples have intricate carvings.
With its many forts and large gates that surround this destination, the city offers visitors a chance to embrace that feeling of 'exploration'.

Gir National Park

Gir National Park should be on everyone's list of places to visit near Ahmedabad if they love wildlife. Tourists can get up close to the Royal King of the jungle at Gir National Park, a forest full of exotic flora and fauna.
This National Park was set up by the Nawab of Junagadh to preserve the enchanting species of the animal kingdom by giving a home to the Asiatic Lions. Gir is also home to many other birds, mammals, reptiles, insects, and flora.

The beautiful beaches of Daman

One of the union territories of the country, Daman, is a place near Ahmedabad that one needs to visit at least once. Daman is the perfect destination for those seeking a relaxing vacation of 2-3 days.
Daman entices not just tourists, but also locals with its relaxing and peaceful atmosphere. Beautiful beaches, lush greenery, and a vibrant way of life are what make this destination stand out.

Somnath Mandir

According to legend, the principal temple of Somnath was constructed in gold by the moon god Soma, in silver by the sun god Ravi, in wood by Krishna, and in stone by the Solanki Rajputs in the 11th century, making it one of the most popular tourist attractions in Somnath.
The present temple is the seventh reconstruction on the original site, built in 1951. A series of invasions over the centuries were sparked by tales of its riches, but devout Hindu worshipers restored it to its original glory each time. The temple is one of Gujarat's most majestic.

Statue of Unity

Statue of Unity was built in honor of India's iron man - Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, which is why the entire complex has been dedicated to his legacy. Around 2000 images from Patel's life are displayed in a museum. In the valley of flowers, you can smell the positive feelings and fragrances that keep the entire area rejuvenated.
A good place to go in the Statue of Unity is Sardar Sarovar Dam Viewpoint which provides a panoramic view of the 256 km long reservoir surrounded by Vindhya and Satpura mountain ranges.

Rani ki Vav Stepwell

The Rani Ki Vav is a stepwell in Patan, Gujarat. The stepwell is situated along the banks of the legendary Saraswati River. The palace was built by Udayamati, daughter of Khengara of Saurashtra, queen, and spouse of the Chalukya king Bhima I in the 11th century.
Silted over for centuries, the palace was rediscovered in the 1940s and restored in the 1980s by the Archaeological Survey of India. UNESCO has listed the site as a World Heritage Site since 2014.

Sardar Sarovar DamPark

Sardar Sarovar Dam is a concrete gravity dam located in Navagam near Kevadiya, Narmada District, Gujarat, India. From the dam, water and electricity are supplied to Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan in India. Jawaharlal Nehru laid the foundation stone for the project on 5 April 1961. World Bank's International Bank for Reconstruction and Development funded the project with a loan of US$200 million in 1979 as part of a development scheme.