Kolkata to Ahmedabad

About the city:

About the city:One of Gujarat’s most popular cities, Ahmedabad effortlessly blends a rich history, with modern charm. From mosques to museums, tombs, temples, step-wells and lakes to theme parks, galleries and spas, Ahmedabad, has a lot to offer.

Airports and Railways: : The Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel airport lies 14 kilometres away from the city. The airport caters to both domestic and international flights. Ahmedabad’s Kalupur Station is well connected to cities in Gujarat and all major cities across India like Delhi, Mumbai, Jodhpur, Jammu, Goa, Cochin, Patna and Mangalore among others.

Hotels and Restaurants: If you’re looking for a luxury stay in Ahmedabad then you can consider hotels such as Hyatt Ahmedabad, The Fern, The Pride Ahmedabad and The Ramada Ahmedabad. Popular hotels in Ahmedabad are Novotel Ahmedabad, Hotel Armoise, Country Inn and Suites by Carlson and Hotel Vibrant Palace.

Don’t forget to sample local Gujarati flavours in Ahmedabad. Dhokla, khandvi and puran poli are some of the items you must try. Savour a delicious Gujarati meal at Agashiy, where the menu changes every day. With its unlimited servings you can eat to your heart’s content.

Markets: Ahmedabad is a great place to buy traditional Gujarati handicrafts such as bandhani, mirror work fabric, jootis, oxidized jewellery and hand block printed bed sheets and table cloths. Ahmedabad Haat is a great place to shop, where you’re bound to get authentic items at a great price. The rustic interiors of the place are sure to charm you and there are also folk dancers and musicians to entertain you at the entrance.

City Transportation: Buses and auto rickshaws are a great and convenient way to get around Ahmedabad.

Must-See Places: On your Ahmedabad trip make sure you visit Thor Lake, Sabarmati Riverfront, Hathee Singh Temple, Ahmed Shah Mosque and Sabarmati Ashram. Others places of interest in the city are the Kite Museum, Swaminarayan Mandir, Bhadra Fort and ISKCON Temple.

Climate of Ahmedabad: November to February are the winter months in Ahmedabad and the best time to visit, as the weather is pleasant. March to May are summers in Ahmedabad and the temperatures tend to shoot up. June to October are the monsoon months and the temperature drops and is a great time to enjoy the city.

About the city:

Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, the capital of West Bengal is a thriving metropolis with much to offer the discerning traveler. Located on the east bank of the Hooghly River, Kolkata is not just the commercial capital but a historical and cultural centre as well. It boasts of some of the finest museums and literary centers in addition to its splendid monuments.

When here, you can indulge in a wide array of Bengali cuisine, from its exceptional street food to seafood specialties and delicious desserts. Shopping can be done in many of its old bazaars and shopping malls that offer a range of products. One can get a flight to Kolkata to visit many of the festivals it hosts throughout the year of which the Durga Puja is renowned.

The city is well connected by air to all major countries and one can get great deals on cheap flight tickets to and from Kolkata. The Airport, located at a distance of 17kms from the city centre, operates daily international as well as domestic flights to and from Kolkata.

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport is around 26 kilometers away from the main city centre. IndiGo, Emirates, Oman Air, SriLankan Airlines, Druk Air, Kingfisher and many others are famous domestic as well as international airlines which serve Kolkata and connect it with the major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Begaluru, Chennai and may others.  Some of the famous hotels in Kolkata include Park Palace Hotel, Camac Plaza, Fort Radisson Resort, Hotel Peerless Inn and many others. Check Kolkata Flight Status here.