Exciting Gujarat And Diu Tour

Upon arrival in the lively city of Ahmedabad, you will be greeted by a local employee at the airport exit escorted to the hotel. After check-in you can relax and acclimatize from the long journey. The rest of the day is free for own discoveries available. Companies Post a stroll through the city and let yourself be inspired by the variety of offerings in the bustling bazaar.

Ahmedabad is an exciting city with a very long history, the 2000 BC dates back to the year. After 1817 Ahmedabad came under British influence, it flourished as a textile center, which made ​​them known as -. Manchester of India The former capital is still an important trading center for cotton and textiles. Famous she has become by Mahatma Gandhi, he was born on the south coast of Gujarat and has lived during his struggle for independence in Ahmedabad. Calico Museum of Textiles The Calico Museum is located in the gardens of Shahi Bagh and houses one of the world's finest collections ancient and Indian textile art. Here are sumptuous brocades and embroidery, embroidered Mughal tents and garments of the Maharajas. The processing of textile production and dyeing are clearly illustrated. Lover of these precious substances come here fully at their expense.Sidi Sayyid Mosque The small mosque in 1573 by Sidi Saiyyid, an African slaves built, and is a sacred and famous place in Ahmedabad. It impresses with its finely crafted marble lattice windows that are made ​​fascinating filigree. Particularly beautiful are the double-crafted windows, the motifs of palm leaves and tendrils show. In theFootsteps of Gandhi The Sabarmati Ashram is located about 6 km north of the city center on the banks of Sabarmati river. Mahatma Gandhi founded in 1915 the ashram where he lived for 15 years. Today there is a memorial in which a museum. Here you can visit some of his belongings, as well as an exhibition of historical photos that show the most important moments of his struggle for independence.

Today your trip to Palitana. On the way you will visit the archaeological site of Lothal. Here human remains and settlements from the time of the Indus Valley Civilization have been found. Was bared up an old settlement of brick houses, a marketplace and a harbor. Then you will continue your trip to Palitana. After Ankundt and check-in at the hotel, the rest of day at leisure.

After breakfast you set out on the way to the 700 m high, holy Shatrunjaya Mountain, the most important pilgrimage center of the Jains. In the two-hour ascent and coping with about 3,000 steps you will be rewarded not only with a stunning view, but also with an overwhelming legacy of the 15th and 16th centuries. Once at the top of the mountain you can admire 836 Jain temples and more than 10,000 statues. The oldest Jain temple was built in the 11th century. You also have the option can be worn for a fee in a litter up if you the Auftstieg is too tiring.

You leave Palitana and drive to the Sasan Gir National Park. It is located in a hilly landscape and is one of the few places in India where one can observe the endangered Asiatic lions in their natural environment. The Gir Forrest is one of the most important wildlife sanctuaries of India. The stock of animals was at the beginning of the 20th century just another 20 animals. Meanwhile, the number has increased to about 250 animals. The 1,295 km2 National Park also offers wild boar, leopard, sambar deer, antelopes, hyenas, jackals, marsh crocodiles and many species of birds a home. Enjoy a jeep safari in this magnificent natural paradise.

After breakfast on our last trip back to the year 250 BC Early in the morning drive to Junagadh. The city lies at the foot of the Girnar mountain on the Kathiawar peninsula. Today you can explore the main attractions of the area, Mount Girnar, a long-extinct volcano. On the way up you pass a block of granite, where inscriptions of King Ashoka can be seen from the 3rd century. After you have successfully left nearly 10,000 steps behind and have now arrived at the summit, you are rewarded with a magnificent panoramic view. Thus, not all effort has been in vain, you will also enjoy several temples and shrines that you can visit. Special charisma, the mother deity consecrated Amba Mata Temple. He promises fertility and a happy marriage.

Today you leave Junagadh and make their way into the still almost undiscovered tropical paradise Diu. It is a small, quiet island - once ruled by the Portuguese - and lies off the south coast of Gujarat. It is connected by two bridges to the mainland. The small idyllic coastal town of Diu has to offer with turquoise water next to the Portuguese legacies as das1535, built huge fort also gorgeous palm-fringed beaches. Stroll through the narrow streets and admire the beautifully decorated houses and enjoy the Mediterranean and exotic atmosphere.

Today you can enjoy on your last day, the beach life a lot before you start your journey home the next day. Would you like to extend your stay in Dui, ​​so book a few days to do so.

With a variety of impressions completed your journey through the almost untouched colorful Gujarat. At the appropriate time, transfer to the airport in Ahmedabad.