Shimla 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:

Shimla is the capital of the state of Himachal Pradesh and is a prominent tourist destination of India, which attracts domestic as well as international tourists. British referred to this place as the ÔÇÿQueen of HillsÔÇÖ due to its mesmerising beauty. Magnificent views of mountains and lush green landscape are the highlights of the region. The gateway to this stunning destination is the airport located in Jabarhatti, which is served by a number of Shimla flights. Tourists can book cheap air tickets to Shimla airport from major Indian cities.

The first thing that grabs attention of tourists visiting Shimla is the spectacular British buildings which reflect impressive colonial architecture. Other attractions popular among tourists are the St. Michael's Cathedral, Himachal State Museum & Library, Prospect Hill, Summer Hill and Potter Hill. It is home to several religious attractions as the Christ Church, Jakhu Hanuman Temple, Sankat Mochan, Tara Devi and Kali Bari. Shopping in the Mall Road is one thing that no tourist can resist while in this beautiful hill station.

Sightseeing, shopping, eating and so much more awaits tourists, who can easily reach the place by Shimla flights. Those planning a trip here, can book cheap air tickets to Shimla by availing best airfare deals on www.makemytrip.com.

Shimla airport is well connected with all major cities and towns such as Chandigarh, Delhi, Jaipur, Kanpur and Kolkata. The major airlines that provide their services are Kingfisher Airlines, Air Deccan and Kingfisher Red. The total distance from the airport to the main city is 28 km. The major hotels that people can go ahead and book are Aapo Aap Home Stay and Radisson Hotel ÔÇô Shimla.