# Ahmedabad/New West Zone

Ahmedabad New West Zone is in the metropolitan city of Ahmedabad. It consists of areas of Gota, Chandlodiya, Kali, Ranip, Thaltej, Bodakdev, Sarkhej, Vastrapur, Satellite, Vejalpur, Memnagar, Jodhpur Gaam, Bopal, Praladnagar etc.

## Get in

The metro is an easy way to access this are from the central and east zones.

## See

* 23.03294572.5330531 Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad (IIM-A), Vastrapur (Vastrapur), ☏ +91 79 6632 3456. A business school in Vastrapur.
* 23.02860972.5067192 International Society for Krishna Consciousness Temple (ISKCON Temple), Satellite Road, Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway Crossing (accessible easily by BRTS bus station and AMTS bus stop named 'ISKCON Temple' or 'ISKCON Cross Roads'), ☏ +91 79 26861945, iskcon.ahmedabad@pamho.net. 4:30AM-1PM, 4-9PM. This Hindu temple depicts Krishna, and his lover, Radha, who is regarded as the personification of love.
* S. G. Highway (Sarkhej - Gandhinagar Highway). The hub of entertainment in Ahmedabad.
* 22.99213672.5045733 Sarkhej Roza, Makarba, Post Jeevraj Park (accessible by S G Highway, 10 km southwest of Ahmedabad), ☏ +91 79 6828675, info@sarkhejroza.org. Known for its architectural complexes.
* 23.07985272.4947794 Gujarat Science City, Science City Road (New West Zone, accessible by Western Sardar Patel AUDA Ring Road, Sola Cross Roads on S G Highway. Accessible by 'Science City Approach' BRTS bus station and 'Science City' AMTS bus stop), ☏ +91 79 65220111, mail@scity.org. 10AM-7PM. A large science theme park with plenty of places to experience. ₹50 entry, ₹20-50-100 for 2-4 wheeler-bus parking), Extra for each exhibit/place.
* 23.1307672.5400975 Swaminarayan Gurukul (SGVP). It is a residential and day boarding school run by the Swaminarayan faith of Hinduism. The school teaches not only formal education but also provides training in horse-riding, archery, dairy development, Yoga, Ayurveda, etc. Entry by permission only.
* 23.1376972.5436446 Vaishnodevi Temple. Replica of famous Vaishnodevi temple at SG Highway.
* 23.03846272.5288917 Vastrapur Lake (Narsinh Mehta Lake). An artificial lake, it was beautified by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) after 2002 and has since become a popular spot in the city. Every weekend, a large number of people visit this lake. It offers an open air theatre and children's park. There is a pathway all around the lake which serves many walkers and joggers in the early mornings and in the evenings. The lush green lawns surrounding this lake also serve as a central hub of Ahmedabad, wherein various cultural events take place regularly. At times, the water from Narmada River is allowed to flow into this lake. The lake has pretty gardens with lots of stone work in them. Free.
* 23.02740172.5176148 Vikram Sarabhai Space Exhibition (VSSE), Space Applications Centre Jodhpur Tekra, Nr. BRTS Bus Stop (near ISRO BRTS Bus Stop), ☏ +91 79-26914042, vsse@sac.isro.gov.in. 09:30 to 17:00. Working models, live panels, static displays, the 3D theatre and the interactive multimedia presentations to educate general public about space technology developed by ISRO. Free. (updated Nov 2016)
* 23.02724672.5214269 Sundarvan, Near ISRO, S. M. Road, Jodhpur Tekra, ☏ +91 7926923148, +91 94087 52601, sundarvan@ceeindia.org. 9AM-6:30PM (Winter), 9AM-7PM (Summer), Monday Closed. A nature education centre with an urban forest with a zoo. Puppet show at 5PM and snake show at 5:30PM on every Sunday. ₹20 for children, ₹30 for adult. (updated Nov 2022)
* 23.09387372.57428410 Kaligam Fort. A large abandoned fort dating back to Sultanate era with collapsing brick walls and turrets. Poorly maintained and deserted place. (updated Nov 2022)
* 23.1230172.5405411 Chharodi Lake. (updated Aug 2023)
* 23.04593872.4545112 Ecology Park. (updated Aug 2023)

## Do
### Yoga

* Yoga Vedic Village (YVV), Yoga Vedic Village, opp. Raj Residency, Nr. Shalin Bunglows,Umiyamatamandir lane, Shilaj (500 m from S.P. Ringroad towards Ace Tennis Academy and Shilaj Lake), ☏ +91 9426385615, info@yogavedicvillage.com. 06:30 to 19:30. An institute and a retreat of yoga education and therapeutic research, one of the best in Ahmedabad.

### Films

New West Zone has most of better grade cinemas in Ahmedabad.
Watch a Bollywood (Hindi) or Hollywood film:
* Cinépolis, Cinepolis India Pvt. Ltd., 3rd floor, Alpha One Mall, Vastrapur. A Mexican cinema chain, one of the better quality screens in Ahmedabad.
* Mukta A2 Cinema, 4th floor, Gulmohar Mall, Ramdevnagar, Satellite, ☏ +91 79 30464500, parvez@muktaarts.com. The quality of viewing and the seats, especially the legroom, are among the best in Ahmedabad.
* PVR Cinemas (PVR Acropolis), PVR Cinemas, 2nd floor, Acropolis Mall, Thaltej Cross Roads, S G Highway. A premier cinema chain.
* Sunset Drive - In Cinema, Sunset Drive, In Cinema, Drive In Road, ☏ +91 79 27454600, info@sunsetdriveincinema.com. The largest screen in Asia. You watch films sitting in your car or on the grass or in the balcony seats. Cheaper than most.
Watch a Gujarati film
* 22.985672.50081 Sapna Cinema, Sarkhej Highway (National Highway - 8A), Sarkhej, ☏ +91 79 26820750.

## Buy

* Ahmedabad One Mall (AlphaOne Mall). This mall in Vastrapur consists of the cinema multiplex chain Cinepolis, food joint KFC, a lot of local and international food chains and retail brand stores and showrooms.
* 23.02598772.5081171 Dev Arc Mall, Located on S G Highway in Satellite area..
* 23.04687172.5310292 Himalaya Mall, Drive In Road, Gurukul, ☏ +91 79 3012 5952.
* 23.03052172.5079043 Iscon Mega Mart (Iscon Mall), SG Highway,Bodakdev (Near Iskcon Temple,), ☏ +91 79 4004 0282. 10:30-21:30. On S G Highway connecting Sarkhej to Gandhinagar.
* Paladium Mall. (updated Oct 2023)

## Eat

* 23.033972.52241 Jalaram Tadka Punjabi, Opp. Vastrapur Lake, Vastrapur. Daily 9AM-11PM. Serves authentic Punjabi food specialities such as Amritsari Kulcha, Bathure-chhole, stuffed parathas and lassi. Dishes ₹30-110. (updated Sep 2023)
* Iscon Bhajiya House. (updated Oct 2023)

## Sleep
### Budget

* 23.011672.51061 Holiday Inn Express, Plot 38/1, Prahladnagar Road, Besides Venus Atlantis, Prahlad Nagar, ☏ +91 79 4900 4141. From ₹6900. (updated Sep 2023)
* Formule1 Hotel, Plot 38/1, Prahladnagar Rd, ☏ +91 79 4900 4141. The French discount major opened in July 2012.
* Ginger Hotel. Off Drive-in road, close to the SG Road Business district. Expect a no-frills, business class hotel experience, similar to the other Gingers. From ₹1000/night

### Mid-range

* Cambay Grand, Thaltej, Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway.
* Hotel Country Inn. A four-star hotel suited for business travellers. It is in the heart of business and shopping areas, off Drive-In Road.
* Hotel Ramada. This is a four-star hotel, suited for business travellers. It is in Prahladnagar, near the SG Road, which is a business and shopping area

### Splurge

* The Grand Bhagwati, 301, Circle P, Prahaladnagar Garden Road, S.G. Road, ☏ +91 7926841000, infoahmd@tgbhotels.com.
* Hotel Courtyard by Marriott, Satellite Road.
* Hotel Pride. This hotel is in the Judge's Bungalows area by Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway.
* Ista Ahmedabad. In the heart of the city adjacent to the Vastrapur Lake.
* 23.039672.53022 Hyatt Ahmedabad, Next to Ahmedabad One Mall (in city centre adjacent to the Vastrapur Lake), ☏ +91 79 6160 1234, ahmedabad.hyatthotels@hyatt.com. Restaurant, fitness centre, pool, spa. (updated Sep 2023)
* 23.044272.48233 Taj Skyline (formerly Gateway Hotel), Sankalp Square III, Sindhu Bhavan, Bodakdev, ☏ +91-79 4040 0000, reservations.ahmedabad@tajhotels.com. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: noon. Dining facilities include an all-day diner, pan-Asian speciality restaurant, and a lobby lounge. Pool overlooking Ahmedabad's skyline. Fitness centre. Double from ₹6,000, suite up to ₹22,500.

## Connect

International code for India is +91 The local area code is 79. Thus in total, +9179 must be prefixed to a phone number.

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* Airport Inquiry - 141
* Railways I.V.R.S. - 139
* Railways General Enquiry - 131
* Telephone Directory Inquiry - 197
* Telephone Local Assistance - 199