- General Information
- Gujarat forms India's westernmost bulkhead, bordered by deserts and Arabian Sea
- State's prosperity dates back to third millennium BC with Harappan trade
- Ahmedabad is largest city with 7.2 million population
- Major Attractions
- Ahmedabad's Old City features mosques, temples and Calico Museum
- Modhera's 11th-century Sun Temple showcases Solanki architecture
- Dwarka is Krishna's ancient capital surrounded by fertile fields
- Gir National Park hosts over 500 Asiatic lions
- Champaner, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands 820m above plains
- Practical Information
- Recommended visit duration is 7-10 days
- Best time to visit is November-February with 17-27°C temperatures
- Ahmedabad serves as main railway and bus hub
- State has limited railway network, buses and taxis main modes of transportation
- Diu offers relaxed atmosphere and beaches, but prices rise during festivals