Ahmedabad (also called Amdavad) is Gujarat's major city, and a startling mini-metropolis. Straddling the Sabarmati River, it's one half old-world charm, and the other half new-world noise. Yet it's also remarkably cosmopolitan, with a rich Muslim history, a tangled, beautifully restored old city, stunning museums, fine restaurants and fabulous night markets. Many travellers stop off briefly on route to Rajasthan or Mumbai, sneaking in a visit to Sabarmati Ashram (Gandhi's former headquarters). However, those able to swallow the smog will discover a pulsating Indian city, with a media that preaches tolerance. Ahmedabad is sky-scraping step-off point to the rest of Gujarat.

Ahmedabad is known for festival of Navaratri too. This festival lasts for 9 days. People do the Garba, which is a traditional dance, all 9 nights. People wear colorful traditional cloths and they make a really eyecatching scene. Garba is real fun watching and playing too.

Ahmedabad has so many historical places like Kankaria lake, Sidi-Sayed-Jali(its a really detailed and beautiful carving),Zulta Minar(swinging minarets) , Lal Darwaja(Red Gate),Tran Darwaja(3 gates) etc. though one of the best building not to miss is little off ahmedabad, called Sarkhej.

One good thing which one shouldn't miss is the food there. There are two beautiful eating places called "Rajwadu" and "Vishala" (dont miss utensiles museum here), which serve the traditional Gujarati food with too many choices to list. Its a little expensive, but if you are visiting Ahmedabad its must to eat the Gujarati food. also just opposite Sidi Sayed mosque is "Agashiye" a bit upmarket but pleaasent traditional food plce on terrace, right near city centre.

Ahmedabad is famous for its textiles, both traditional as well as modern textile industry. also not to be missed is Calico Textile Muesum, with its wide range of collection of various types of clothes and textiles.New look Ahmedabad is plenty of Malls with multinational brands showroom many Multiplexes. Also you can have best of food from accross the globe here in Ahmedabad.It is One of the safest city in India. As even Ladies use roam around freely in the late night. And it is because of Gujarat is a Dry state. Although you can purchase liquer if you have permit from the few Hotels having Liquer shop.