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Beautiful architectural forts, museums and temples. Greenest capital city in entire Asia.

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Spiritual & Heritage Gujarat Tour – 5 Days / 4 Nights

Ahmedabad(3N) → Gandhinagar(1N)

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Ambaji(2N) → Gandhinagar(1N) → Ahmedabad(1N)

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Places To Visit In Gandhinagar

Akshardham Temple

Adalaj Stepwell

Children's Park, Gandhinagar

Sarita Udyan

Puneet Van

Fun World, Gandhinagar

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Gandhinagar Tourism

Gandhinagar, Gujarat's capital, sits on the western bank of the Sabarmati River about 23 km from Ahmedabad and is one of India's few fully planned cities, laid out in the 1960s on a grid of numbered sectors modelled partly on Chandigarh. Akshardham Temple, its best-known landmark, is a pink sandstone and marble complex built by the BAPS Swaminarayan sect, centred on a 108-foot-tall monument carved with intricate friezes and housing a gold-leafed murti of Swaminarayan; the complex also includes exhibition halls, a stepped garden and a musical fountain that runs in the evenings. Beyond the temple, Gandhinagar's wide tree-lined avenues, the Sabarmati riverfront and the Indroda Nature Park give the city a quieter, greener character than its larger neighbour Ahmedabad.

Gandhinagar offers a rich cultural heritage, beautiful temples and serene environment to all its visitors. Among other attractions are an enthralling Children's Park and uniquely built stepwell. The holy places in Gandhinagar like the Hanumanji Temple and the Brahmani Temple which in spite of not being so famous, are also worth visiting for an enriching experience.

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Gandhi Ashram

The Gandhi Ashram stands as an epitome of the nation's struggle for freedom and the various national movements that took place during the colonial era. This was one of the residences of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, generally called Mahatma Gandhi, who lived there for about twelve years along with his wife, Kasturba Gandhi.

Culture of Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar has a mixed culture- that of Gujarat and Maharashtra. Hinduism is the chief religion and Gujarati and Hindi are the principal languages here. Apart from Holi, Diwali and Dussehra, Gujarat Sthapana Diwas (1st May)- the foundation day of Gujarat and Navratras are the most popular festivals celebrated here. Gandhinagar has got an all veg mouth-watering cuisine- khakhra, bajra, paratha, dhokla, thepla, khandvi etc. It also has a flourishing handicraft industry and wood carving industry.

History of Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar is a relatively new city, established in 1960, catering to the requirement of a capital city when the state of Mumbai was divided into two states of Maharashtra and Gujarat. Mumbai thus became the capital for Maharashtra and Gandhinagar of Gujarat. It derives its name obviously from our Father of the Nation- Mahatma Gandhi, this being his birthplace. The city holds historical relevance as it was a centre of many national freedom movements. Designed by the chief architect H.K. Mewada and his assistant Prakash M. Apte, Gandhinagar was built on the same land which was once a part of the Pethapur state in the 13th century.

Restaurants and Local Food in Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar is a typical Gujarati state with a cuisine which is rich, elaborate and has many choices. The restaurants of the city, glitter with countless food options for a truly flattering experience. One can try Indian, Chinese, Mexican, South-Indian, Italian and Continental relishes here along with the most authentic and exquisite Gujrati cuisine. Indulge in an elaborate Gujarati thali and savor the traditional snacks including Chakri, Dhokla, Khakra, Fafda, Sev, Khandvi and Khaman. Also try the refreshing Lassi, Buttermilk or Chaas and sweets like Basundi, Puran Poli, Shrikhand, Ghevar, Malpua. Also, Gujarat is a dry state, so you wouldn't find any alcohol here.
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Suggested Itinerary for Gandhinagar

Day 1: Arrive in Gandhinagar and set off for the Gandhi Ashram first. Visit the museum and observe galleries showcasing the events in the life of Mahatma Gandhi. Watch the light and sound show in the evening and relive history.

Day 2: Visit the Nal Sarovar Wetland Sanctuary early morning and enjoy bird-watching and boating. Proceed to Adlaj Step Wall, which is the oldest step wall in India. Have sumptuous lunch at the restaurants in Adalaj and then stroll down to the popular marketplaces such as Lal Darwaza and City Centre.

Day 3: Begin the day by visiting the renowned Thol Bird Sanctuary and Adalaj Trimandir. End your day on a religious note in the very famous Akshardham Temple.

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How to Reach Gandhinagar

How to Reach Overview

Gandhinagar is an important business centre in Gujarat, which makes the transportation system of Gandhinagar very convenient and traveller-friendly. The nearest international airport is in Ahmedabad which is 17km away. Gandhinagar is well connected to major nearby cities via bus services as well. Gandhinagar has its own railway station. Rail connectivity is good too, with trains coming through different routes on a daily basis.

How to reach Gandhinagar by flight

The nearest airport to Gandhinagar is the Ahmedabad Airport. From there, you can take a bus, train or cab/car to Gandhinagar.

How to reach Gandhinagar by road

Buses are available from most nearby cities and towns to Gandhinagar. You could also drive to Gandhinagar.

How to reach Gandhinagar by train

Gandhinagar Railway station is the nearest railway station to Gandhinagar which connects the city to rest of the country.

Local transport in Gandhinagar

Public transport can be used to access most tourist spots. Autos and taxis can be easily used for convinient conveyance. Buses also ply within the city.

Most frequently searched routes to Gandhinagar

Route Name	Distance	Time	More Information
Ahmedabad to Gandhinagar	26.2 km	42 mins	View Details
Mumbai to Gandhinagar	545 km	8 hours 35 mins	View Details
Delhi to Gandhinagar	901 km	14 hours 5 mins	View Details
Udaipur to Gandhinagar	239 km	3 hours 46 mins	View Details
Jodhpur to Gandhinagar	438 km	6 hours 45 mins	View Details
Bangalore to Gandhinagar	1,519 km	22 hours 37 mins	View Details

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What are the things to do in Gandhinagar?

The top things to do in Gandhinagar are Akshardham Temple, Adalaj Stepwell, Children's Park, Gandhinagar, Sarita Udyan, Puneet Van, Fun World, Gandhinagar. You can see all the places to visit in Gandhinagar here

What are the places near Gandhinagar?

The top places near to Gandhinagar are Ahmedabad which is 22 km from Gandhinagar, Udaipur which is located 183 km from Gandhinagar, Mount abu which is located 152 km from Gandhinagar, Patan which is located 87 km from Gandhinagar, Champaner pavagadh which is located 122 km from Gandhinagar

What is the best way to reach Gandhinagar?

Gandhinagar is an important business centre in Gujarat, which makes the transportation system of Gandhinagar very convenient and traveler-friendly. Gandhinagar airport is a well-established airport. It is well connected to major near by cities via bus services as well. Rail connectivity is good too, with trains coming through different routes on a daily basis.
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What is the best time to visit Gandhinagar?

October to March are the best months to visit Gandhinagar. The temperature remains pleasant and is apt for sightseeing.
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Who should visit Gandhinagar?

Gandhinagar is a great place to visit for those who admire Gandhi and his life. It is also a great getaway for those living in Gujarat.

What is not so good about Gandhinagar?

Summers can be harsh.

Gandhinagar Travel Guide

"India’s Green and Planned Capital"