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Walled City · 35 stays
Old City · Pols
The walled city of pols, havelis and mosques around Lal Darwaza, Bhadra Fort and Manek Chowk.
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Ahmedabad areas: where to stay — 21 neighbourhoods in 5 zones
The Sabarmati splits Ahmedabad in two. East is the walled old city — pols, mosques and night markets. West is the newer city: the Riverfront, Ashram Road, CG Road and the business towers of SG Highway. Pick the bank that matches your trip.
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Ahmedabad by zone
2 neighbourhoodsWalled CityThe 15th-century city on the east bank of the Sabarmati: pols, mosques, Bhadra Fort and the railway station at Kalupur, the core of the UNESCO World Heritage City.
5 neighbourhoodsWest AhmedabadThe west bank across the river: the riverfront at Ellisbridge, Ashram Road, Navrangpura and CG Road, Paldi and Vastrapur.
7 neighbourhoodsSG HighwayThe Sarkhej–Gandhinagar Highway belt in the far west: Satellite, Bodakdev, Prahlad Nagar, Sola, Gota and Bopal, offices, malls and new hotels.
3 neighbourhoodsNorth AhmedabadThe airport side: Shahibaug, Sardarnagar and Hansol by the airport, and Chandkheda and Motera on the way to Gandhinagar.
4 neighbourhoodsEast AhmedabadThe residential and industrial east: Maninagar, Kankaria's surroundings, Naroda, Nikol and Vastral.
Areas: questions
Which part of Ahmedabad is the walled city?
The walled city is on the east bank of the Sabarmati River. It was inscribed by UNESCO in 2017 as a World Heritage City. Its neighbourhoods are called pols, gated lanes with carved wooden havelis, chabutaras and khadki gates. Many historic mosques and stepwells are here.
Where should a first-time visitor stay in Ahmedabad?
The walled city is best for heritage walks and monuments. The area around the Sabarmati Riverfront offers modern promenades and easy access to both banks. Suburban areas near the airport or railway station are convenient for shorter stays. Each area has different transport links and atmosphere.
What is the Sabarmati Riverfront area in Ahmedabad like?
The Sabarmati Riverfront runs along both banks of the river through the city. It has wide promenades, gardens and the Atal Bridge footbridge. It connects the walled city on the east with newer areas on the west. It is a popular place for walks and evening outings.
Which area of Ahmedabad has modern architecture?
The western bank of the Sabarmati has notable modern buildings. Le Corbusier designed the Mill Owners' Association building and Sanskar Kendra. Louis Kahn designed IIM Ahmedabad. B. V. Doshi designed CEPT University. These are spread across different parts of the western side.
What is the area around Ahmedabad's airport like?
The airport is at Hansol, about 9–10 km north-east of the city centre. The area is mostly residential and commercial, with hotels and transport hubs. It is convenient for early flights but far from the walled city and main sights. Taxis and app cabs are readily available.
Is the area near Kankaria Lake in Ahmedabad worth visiting?
Kankaria Lake is a 15th-century artificial lake in the eastern part of the city. The surrounding area has a garden, a zoo and a children's park. It is a popular local recreation spot, especially in the evenings. The lakefront is well-maintained and good for a relaxed visit.
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