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'''Ahmedabad Central Zone''' is in the metropolitan city of [[Ahmedabad]]. It consists of areas of Girdharnagar, Madhupura, Dudheshvar, Shahpur, Dariapur, Kalupur, Raikhad, Jamalpur, Khadia, etc. These old walled city of Ahmedbad was listed as a UNESCO [[World Heritage Site]] in 2018.
==Understand==
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==Get in==
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You can reach this zone from almost anywhere in the city by bus. {{marker |type=go
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| content=Sidi Sayed Mosque is unique for its exquisite screens, which are praised for their amazing Jhali screen, framed, in the ten semi-circular windows. The screen carved out of one rock is just exceptional. A visit to this superb and outstanding example of delicate carving is an absolute must.
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* {{see
| name=Teen Darwaja | alt=Three Gates | url= | email=
| address= | lat=23.024203 | long=72.584641 | directions=south of Shahpur near Lal Darwaja
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| wikipedia=Teen Darwaza
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[[File:View of Sabarmati Riverfront, Ahmedabad.jpg|thumb|Sabarmati Riverfront (Evening)]]
* {{see
| name=
| address= | lat=23.034137 | long=72.572326 | directions=Central Zone and West Zone
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| content=Across the city on both the banks of the Sabarmati River, is a refreshing place in the mornings; a very relaxing atmosphere in the evening. A must-visit place. It can be accessed by a narrow road on the right, a few metres ahead from the point where Subhash Bridge ends on the Shahibaug side. Also a road to the left, just a little ahead of Income Tax on Ashram Rd (from RTO side), leads to the Riverfront on the opposite bank to that of the Subhash Bridge one.
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| name=Atal Bridge | alt= | url= | email=
| address= | lat=23.01647 | long=72.575446 | directions=
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| name=Ellis Bridge | alt= | url= | email=
| address= | lat=23.02250 | long=72.57538 | directions=
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| wikipedia=Ellis Bridge
| lastedit=2016-12-02
| content=Century-old bridge preserved as monument.
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* {{see
| name=Dada Harir ni Vav | alt= | url= | email=
| address=Asarva | lat=23.0407 | long=72.605442 | directions=
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| content=A stepwell.
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* {{see
| name=Hutheesing Jain Temple | alt= | url= | email=
| address=Shahibaugh Road, Madhupura | lat=23.041088 | long=72.589611 | directions=
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| wikidata=Q2776493
| content=An impressive white structure, the Jain temple built of white marble and elaborately carved is dedicated to Dharmanath: the 15th Jina or Jain Apostle. Similar to all Jain temples, this temple to is rich in intricate carvings displaying, among other things, musicians.
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* {{see
| name=Ahmed Shah's Mosque | alt= | url= | email=
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* {{see
| name=Lokmanya Tilak Garden | alt=Victoria Garden | url= | email=
| address=End of Ellis Bridge | lat=23.021204 | long=72.578988 | directions=
| phone= | tollfree=
| hours=6AM-12:30PM, 2PM-10:30PM | price=Free
| wikidata=Q128505124
| lastedit=2024-08-04
| content=Historical garden established in 1905 houses some monuments. Green relief in concrete jungle.
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===Museums===
* {{see
| name=Calico Museum of Textiles | alt= | url=https://www.calicomuseum.org/ | email=
| address=Sarabhai Foundation, Opposite Shahibagh Underbridge | lat=23.054409 | long=72.592137 | directions=
| phone=+91 79 22868172 | tollfree= | fax=+91 79 22865759
| hours=Th-Tu 10:30AM-12:30PM, 2:30-5:30PM (no entry after 11AM in morning). Entry restricted to 30 visitors – 15 visitors on the basis of first-come-first-served and 15 by group booking | price=
| content=Has a magnificent collection of rare textiles dating back to the 17th century. There is also an excellent reference library on textiles. It's in the Sarabhai Foundation, in Shahibagh the Calico Museum of Textiles, widely regarded as one of the finest textile museums in the world was constructed in 1949. It has a fines collection of textiles, clothes, furniture, temple artefacts and crafts. Also has a collection of marble, sandstone and bronze icons.
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* {{see
| name=Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial | alt= | url= | email=
| address=Balvantrai Mehta Road, Shahibagh | lat=23.061 | long=72.591 | directions=accessible by 'Circuit House' AMTS bus stop, it's on the Airport Road
| phone= | tollfree=+91 1800 233 7951
| hours=M-Sa 9AM-6PM | price=
| wikidata=Q7423740
| content=It is a memorial and museum dedicated to the National Activist and first Home Minister of independent India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The Museum is opposite the Circuit House in the Moti Shahi Mahal Complex in Shahibaug.
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===Mosques===
* {{see
| name=Jama Masjid | alt=Jama Mosque | url= | email=
| address=Jama Masjid, Manek Chowk, Gandhi Road, Khadia | lat=23.023822 | long=72.587222 | directions=
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| wikidata=Q2758009
| content=It is amongst the most popular tourist sights in the city. Built of yellow sandstone this mosque stands on 260 pillars which support 15 domes at varying elevations. The mosque was built by Ahmad Shah in 1423. It is easily accessible as it stands in the centre of the old city. This imposing structure reflects the Muslim architecture of that period.
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* {{see
| name=Jhulta Minara | alt=Shaking Minarets | url= | email=
| address= | lat=23.0277 | long=72.6012 | directions=Central Zone, near the central railway station in Kalupur area
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| wikidata=Q2669049
| content=Quite an unusual structure, Jhulta Minara or swaying minarets are a part of the mosque of Siddi Bashir and can be moved back and forth by applying a little force at the topmost arch. One of the minarets was partly demolished by an Englishman in his endeavours to unravel the mystery of the swaying minarets. The mosque was built by master craftsmen and the crucial mechanism that leads to the vibration is still a mystery.
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* {{see
| name=Muhafiz Khan's Mosque | alt= | url= | email=
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* {{see
| name=Shahpur or Kazi Mohmad Chisti's Masjid| alt= |wikidata=Q19898315}}
* {{see
| name=Haibat Khan's Mosque | alt= | url= | email=
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* {{see
| name=Qutub Shah's Mosque | alt=Qutbuddin Mosque | url= | email=
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| address= | lat= | long= | directions=Starts at Kalupur Swaminarayan Temple, Off Relief Road
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| hours=Starts at 8AM | price= ₹30 for Indian. $10 for foreigners
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| content=2km long walk across the old city to know about culture, architecture and monuments.
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* {{eat
| name=Manek Chowk | alt= | url= | email=
| address= | lat=23.02361 | long=72.588562 | directions=From relief road, enter Ratan Pol to reach
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| hours=9PM-1AM | price=
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| content=Surrounded by historical structures. It is a vegetable market in the morning, a bullion market in the afternoon and the popular street food market at night. Enjoy steaming Masala Dosa and Pau Bhaji. Try a Chocolate Sandwich or Pineapple Sandwich and Kulfi of Asharfi or Prem Mewad as
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* {{eat
| name=Chandravilas Hotel | alt= | url= | email=
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| content=Gujarati snack, Khaman and its crushed form Sev-Khamani with Chatni draws people here. Anytime you go, you have to wait in line for few minutes. But its worth it.
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*'''Raipur Bhajia House''' (in Raipur Gate, opposite Lamba Pada, Raipur Darwaja). Famous for Bhajias (much better taste & quality than the Astodia Bhajia)
* '''Hotel ZK''' (1, Relief Rd, Old City, Gheekanta, Bhadra). Seafood restaurant. One of the best and oldest non-veg restaurant in the city.
==Drink==
* {{drink
| name=Lucky Tea Stall | alt= | url= | email=
| address=Nr. Lal Darwaja | lat= | long= | directions=
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| content=Drink refreshing Masala tea with Maska Bun. Enjoy a painting by renowned artist M. F. Hussain who gave it to owner as a gift of friendship. The stall is located amid graves.
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==Sleep==
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| name=House of MG | alt= | url=http://www.houseofmg.com/ | email=
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| content=The heritage hotel built in a restored, Baroque-inspired 1924 home. It is linked by courtyards and archways. Breakfast and parking are free. There is an open-air cafe, and a restaurant on a bi-level terrace, an authentic Gujarati food resaurant. A lotus-themed health club has an indoor pool with dining space.
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* {{sleep
| name=The Cama, A Sabarmati Riverfront Hotel | alt= | url= | email=
| address= Mahaveer Marg, Old City, Khanpur | lat=23.0321 | long=72.5769 | directions=
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| checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹3200
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| lastedit=2023-09-07
| content=2 dining options, an outdoor pool and a liquor store.
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*'''Hotel Royal Highness''' is in the heart of business and shopping areas at Lal Darwaja. This hotel charges a premium mid-range hotel tariff, with around 50 rooms and 8 conference rooms.
==Connect==
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