A serene haven on the banks of the Sabarmati River, this ashram was Mahatma Gandhi's residence from 1917 to 1930, serving as a hub for India's independence movement.
Currency
INR (₹)
Best time to visit
October to March
Languages
Gujarati · Hindi · English
Coordinates
23.024°, 72.542°
Key facts
1Gandhi's simple lifestyle is reflected in the ashram's architecture and layout.
2The ashram houses a museum dedicated to Gandhi's life and work.
3It was declared a national monument in 1963.
Timeline
1915: Gandhi first visited Ahmedabad and decided to establish an ashram.
1917: Sabarmati Ashram was founded by Gandhi.
1930: Gandhi led the Dandi March from the ashram, protesting the British salt tax.
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Fafda Jalebi
Crispy fafda (savory snack) with sweet jalebi, served with chutney.
Where: Law Garden, Lal Darwaja
When: morning
Price: ₹50
Dhokla
Steamed chickpea flour cake, served with tamarind chutney and green chili.
Where: Street vendors near Sabarmati Ashram, Manek Chowk
When: morning
Price: ₹30
Khichdi
Comfort food made with rice, lentils, vegetables, and spices.
Where: Local restaurants, street food stalls in Paldi
When: afternoon
Price: ₹60
Thepla
Whole wheat flatbread stuffed with vegetables and spices, served with curd.
Where: Street food stalls in Ellis Bridge area
When: afternoon
Price: ₹40
Dabeli
Street food snack with a spicy potato filling, sandwiched between pav (bread), topped with peanuts and chutney.
Where: Street food stalls in Lal Darwaja, C.G. Road
When: evening
Price: ₹20
Gujarati Thali
A platter with various dishes like dal, rice, rotli (flatbread), sabzi (vegetable dish), and dessert.
Where: Local restaurants in Ahmedabad, e.g., Agashiye, Vishalla
When: evening
Price: ₹150
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Lightweight Long-Sleeved Shirt
Sabarmati Ashram is often visited during the day, and long sleeves protect from the sun.