Ahmedabad Travel Guide
Ahmedabad Travel Guide
Ahmedabad ranks among one of the largest cities in the westernmost state of Gujarat. The entire city is located on the shores of the holy Sabarmati River with a population of 5.2 million. Ahmedabad is spread in an area of 205 km². Ahmedabad was the capital of the state of Gujarat from 1960 to 1970; Ahmedabad is known for its booming textile industry, and has earned recognition as “the Manchester of the East.” During India’s Freedom Struggle, Ahmedabad became the centre stage of many freedom movements such civil disobedience movement.