Vibrant Gujarat summit: the hotel playbook
Where to stay, how early to book and how to get around in summit week.
Read the full guide →Key attractions include Akshardham temple complex, Mahatma Mandir with Dandi Kutir museum, and Indroda Nature Park. Adalaj stepwell and Trimandir temple are nearby. GIFT City, India's first IFSC, is on the Sabarmati. Each site has its own entry rules and timings; check before visiting.
Most foreign visitors need an Indian visa. Many nationalities can apply for an e-Visa online at indianvisaonline.gov.in. Rules change frequently, so check the official website before your trip. Gandhinagar is the capital of Gujarat, and the nearest international airport is in Ahmedabad, about 18–20 km from the sectors.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad is about 18–20 km from Gandhinagar's sectors by road. Taxis and app-based rides are available. The Ahmedabad Metro extension also connects the airport area to Gandhinagar stations; check the current service for routes and frequencies.
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Akshardham in Sector 20, Mahatma Mandir, the tree-lined sector roads, Adalaj stepwell, the towers of GIFT City and Indroda Nature Park.
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