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Ahmedabad, India
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Ahmedabad South Zone is in the metropolitan city of Ahmedabad. It consists of areas of Behrampura, Indrapuri, Khokhra, Maninagar, Danilimda, Lambha, Isanpur and Vatva.
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A circular lake built in 1451 by Sultan Qutub-ud-Din. In the centre of the lake is an island garden with a summer palace known as Nagina Wadi. It has a beautiful Musical Fountain show, although the music isn't too good the lights and fountain are worth the visit. 'Bal Vatika' - an aquarium, a boat club, a toy train, a natural history museum and a zoo.
Kankaria Zoo
It is near to Kankaria Lake and one of the best zoos in India.
Mosque and tomb complex associated with Shah-e-Alam
Mostly North Indian food. There are lunch buffet options available.
Every room has basic amenities like a TV and air-conditioning. In general the rooms are spacious and clean. However, there is no parking available.
By car
M, which is the entry point for South Zone. If not coming from Express Highway, use Eastern SP Ring Road which has entry points to Nehrunagar, Narol, Vatwa, Ghodasar, etc.
By state bus
Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) has its main bus terminus at Gita Mandir in Central Zone. But, there are various stops in the city itself.
By city bus (BRTS)
BRTS buses are faster than AMTS due to dedicated lanes in the roads' central portion. Choose them over AMTS whenever the option is available.
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Ahmedabad · International · AMD
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