3-Hour Heritage Walk of Old Ahmedabad City
Highlights
Ahmedabad
cultural, historical, sightseeing
Private Tour
3 Hours
Medium
English, Gujarati, Hindi
Description
Explore the historic old city of Ahmedabad on a 3-hour walking tour. Discover intricately carved havelis, ornate Jain temples, and grand mosques reflecting Hindu, Jain, and Islamic architectural traditions. Stroll through secret passages, bustling markets, and vibrant pols while learning about the city’s culture and heritage. Visit iconic landmarks such as Kalupur Swaminarayan Temple, Astapadji Derasar, and Jama Mosque. Immerse yourself in the life of old Ahmedabad, witnessing its unique neighbourhood layouts, community wells, and centuries-old traditions in an engaging guided experience.
Itinerary
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3-Hour Heritage Walk of Old Ahmedabad City
- Start the heritage walk at 08:00 from Kalupur Swaminarayan Temple, known for its intricate carvings and early 19th-century architecture.
- Explore Kavi Dalpatram Chowk, a small courtyard dedicated to the poet Dalpatram with his statue.
- Visit the distinctive Calico Dome near Shantinathji Mandir.
- Discover Kala Ramji Mandir, featuring a black idol of Lord Ram in a sitting posture.
- Walk through Shantinathji Mandir/Haja Patel Ni Pol, an ornate 19th-century Jain temple.
- Traverse secret passageways connecting different pols historically used for security.
- Stroll along Zaveri Vad, historically a residential area for goldsmiths, and Chaumukhji Ni Pol leading to Astapadji Derasar.
- Visit Astapadji Derasar, a significant Jain temple.
- Admire the 19th-century Harkunvar Shethani Ni Haveli and Dodiya Haveli, historic wooden mansions.
- Walk past Fernandes Bridge, known for its used-book market, and Chandla Ol, a traditional market street.
- Explore Muharat Pol, one of the oldest residential pockets in the city.
- See Ahmedabad Stock Exchange located in Mahurat Pol.
- Experience the bustling Manek Chowk, a vegetable market in the morning and food street at night.
- View the tombs at Rani-no-Haziro and Badshah-no-Haziro.
- Conclude the tour at 10:30 at Jama Mosque, a masterpiece blending Hindu and Muslim architectural styles.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
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