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Akshardham
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This massive temple, built in dedication to the
Swaminarayan sect, is found on a massive piece of land
outside Ahmedabad towards Gandhinagar.
Along with the temple is also included a amusement
park for recreation purposes, hence making Akshardham
a favourite picnic spot for adults and children alike
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These
wells are amongst the best examples of ancient Indian
architecture. These step wells are exquisitely carved,
and run several storeys deep. One of the striking
features of this ancient architectural marvel was
that, in summers, it kept the place cool, and stored
water at the same time. |
Adalaj Step Wells
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Calico Museum
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This museum which
is today widely regarded as one of the finest textiles
museums in the world, started in Calico Textile Mill.
The museum consists of two different sections, one
which is called the haveli The museum which was
inaugurated by Pandit Nehru in 1948, is now managed by
the Sarabhai foundation.
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This
temple, built in 1850 outside Delhi Gate, is the best
known of Ahmedabad's many ornate Jain Temples. Built
of pure white marble and decorated with carvings this
temple is dedicated to Dharamnath, the 15th Jina or
Jain apostle. |
Hatheesingh Jain Temples
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Gandhi Ashram
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The cottage from where Gandhi fought for Indian
Independence is now a small museum displaying
his few possessions. Also everyday a sound & light
show can be seen here which portrays the role of the
FATHER OF THE NATION in the Independence struggle.
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