Gandhinagar, the capital city of Gujarat rests on the banks of the river Sabarmati. The city owes its name to the father of the nation, Mahatama Gandhi who himself hailed from Gujarat. After the partition of Gujarat and Maharashtra, it was decided to set up a new capital for Gujarat. Hence, Gandhinagar was established in the close vicinity of old capital Ahmedabad. Surrounded by lush greenery and home to many reputed educational institutions, the city is counted as one of the greenest” towns of the world. It was designed and planned by Indian Town Planners H.K. Mewada and Prakash M. Apte, then in service with the State Government. The spacious and beautifully organized colonies, tree lined boulevards, lovely gardens and the meticulously designed structures, and buildings have made Gandhinagar one of the major tourist destinations of Gujarat. World famous Akshardham temple, Craftsmen's Village, Children’s Park, Capital complex and Sarita udhyan are worth visiting places in Gandhinagar.
There are many cheap hotels, lodges, guesthouses and Ashrams, which provide well-appointed accommodation to budget conscious travellers. Most of the hotels in Gandhinagar stand in close vicinity of the railway station, bus stands and tourist spots. The rooms are spacious and clean, and equipped with all essential amenities to provide you utmost comfort. Besides cheap accommodation, there are multitudes of high priced hotels in Gandhinagar that are preferred by travellers looking for a lavish stay. The stylized rooms with well-furnished décor are outfitted with complete modern amenities. The guest can enjoy delectable cuisines and taste the wide variety of wines and drinks at the restaurants and the well-stocked bars of Gandhinagar hotels. The warm hospitality of the staff and the impeccable services offered by the hotels in Gandhinagar are truly appreciable. |
